Immerse yourself in nature on vacation in Mauritius

If you think Mauritius is all about tropical weather, pristine beaches and glamorous beachside resorts and hotels, then clearly you need to rethink the concept of what makes a truly exceptional Mauritius holiday, and that is: the Nature in its most magnificent form. , glorious and intact.

Mauritius is one of the greenest and most stunningly beautiful getaway spots in the world. The many parks and wildlife reserves are part of the charm of a Mauritius holiday; a kind of charm that you should not miss if you are a nature lover. Mauritius’ nature and wildlife sanctuaries allow travelers to greet wildlife and witness nature in the crowning glory of the natural kingdom.

Black River Gorges National Park is located in the central highlands and is a sprawling forest refuge of native flora and fauna with 60 kilometers of misty hiking trails and perhaps the most spectacular waterfalls in the world. Temperatures in the park are noticeably cooler than in other parts of the island and there are very distinct microclimates throughout the park, ranging from the humid, rainy conditions of highland forests to the predominantly dry lowland forests. .

Wildlife within the park is colorful and lively with pink doves, brightly colored kestrels, the mischievous macaque monkeys, Mauritian parakeets and the often recognizable white-tailed tropical birds depicted in the Air Mauritius insignia. There are reportedly 150 endemic plant varieties and 9 rare bird species in this region. Beautiful trees can be seen along the hiking trail such as the unusual umbrella-shaped Bois de Natte, the traveler’s palm with its large flat, paddle-shaped leaves, and a variety of lichens, ferns, orchids, and guava trees. edible Chinese according to the season. The spectacular scenery, with interlocking mountains overlooking the colored waters of the lagoon and Alexandra Falls, make for a particularly impressive view from the Black River Gorges lookout.

Casela Yemen Nature Reserve, near Flic en Flac in western Mauritius, offers something for the tourist looking for things a little more exotic. Hiking trails and walking trails are plentiful, but Casela Yemen Nature Reserve offers the optional extra of having lions walk the trails with you. This nature reserve is home to many different African and Asian animals, even lions and tigers together.

Last but certainly not least, if walking with lions isn’t your thing, The Botanical Gardens at Pamplemousses showcases pretty tree-lined avenues through the gardens, rustic bridges over the waters and lush green gardens that guide you to the magnificent lake shore for a peaceful, relaxing and tranquil escape. If you are passionate about nature, a Mauritius holiday will reward you with more natural beauty than you thought possible.