Mauritius is naturally blessed with gorgeous and unique flora and fauna, and with so much precious natural life comes the responsibility of protecting and preserving it. Spread over a massive area, the Casela Nature & Leisure Park is one such entity that preserves this bio-diversity in its own way. This park boasts sheltering about 1,500 birds, tigers, lions, monkeys and a lot more. Marketing itself more as a recreational attraction than a nature reserve, this park is nonetheless an essential trip for kids and adults alike so that they learn more about nature.
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Garden or the locally known SSR Garden is a botanical garden, founded in 1770 by Pierre Poivre. The highlight of the garden being the huge water lilies, it also features exotic and rare varieties of plants and flowers. You can check-out the garden all by yourself or simply avail the guided tour services. Please note that different admission charges are applicable for foreign nationals.
Surrender to the tranquility of nature at Heritage Nature Reserve. The reserve features beautiful waterfalls, trekking paths, and picnic areas. Enjoy the scenic vistas and spend a day out along with a picnic basket at the great outdoors.
Situated off the south east coast of the mainland of Mauritis is the Ile aux Aigrettes. This tropical island functions as a wildlife and nature reserve beckoning tourists to its shores all year round. The island includes forests, nature trails, aviaries and viewing posts. A spectacular place to bring the family, the reserve educates all on the bountiful flora and fauna found on the island. The reserves organizes regular tours for its visitors and includes a souvenir shop as well. To know more about the island, visit their website or call ahead.
Soaring at a height of 812 meters (2664 feet), Le Pouce boasts of being the third highest mountain in Mauritius. Literally translated as The Thumb, this peak is popular destination for hikers as the climb to the top reveals a spectacular view of the city. The first person to have climbed Le Pouce is said to be Charles Darwin.
Surrender to the tranquility of nature at Heritage Nature Reserve. The reserve features beautiful waterfalls, trekking paths, and picnic areas. Enjoy the scenic vistas and spend a day out along with a picnic basket at the great outdoors.
Soaring at a height of 812 meters (2664 feet), Le Pouce boasts of being the third highest mountain in Mauritius. Literally translated as The Thumb, this peak is popular destination for hikers as the climb to the top reveals a spectacular view of the city. The first person to have climbed Le Pouce is said to be Charles Darwin.
Mauritius is naturally blessed with gorgeous and unique flora and fauna, and with so much precious natural life comes the responsibility of protecting and preserving it. Spread over a massive area, the Casela Nature & Leisure Park is one such entity that preserves this bio-diversity in its own way. This park boasts sheltering about 1,500 birds, tigers, lions, monkeys and a lot more. Marketing itself more as a recreational attraction than a nature reserve, this park is nonetheless an essential trip for kids and adults alike so that they learn more about nature.
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Garden or the locally known SSR Garden is a botanical garden, founded in 1770 by Pierre Poivre. The highlight of the garden being the huge water lilies, it also features exotic and rare varieties of plants and flowers. You can check-out the garden all by yourself or simply avail the guided tour services. Please note that different admission charges are applicable for foreign nationals.
Situated off the south east coast of the mainland of Mauritis is the Ile aux Aigrettes. This tropical island functions as a wildlife and nature reserve beckoning tourists to its shores all year round. The island includes forests, nature trails, aviaries and viewing posts. A spectacular place to bring the family, the reserve educates all on the bountiful flora and fauna found on the island. The reserves organizes regular tours for its visitors and includes a souvenir shop as well. To know more about the island, visit their website or call ahead.