Ebony Forest Reserve Chamarel: Endemic Birdwatching Guided Tour

4.9
(46 reviews)
Mauritius

4 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

• Private guided visit to the bird release aviaries to see the rare Pink Pigeon and Echo Parakeet feed in the wild
• See some of the world’s rarest birds and wildlife: Mauritius Kestrel, Pink Pigeon, Echo Parakeet, Mauritius Flycatcher, Black Bulbul, Grey white-eye
• Experienced and passionate guides
• Spot White-tailed tropic birds, Mascarene swallows, Mascarene swiftlets and Mauritius flying foxes soaring in the air
• Enjoy a selection of local drinks and Mauritian snacks at the breath-taking Sublime Point
• Bespoke tour to accommodate your needs. You can hike or drive different sections as you choose
• Visit the museum, written and illustrated by British palaeontologist, bird expert and artist, and critically acclaimed co-author of Lost Land of the Dodo, Dr Julian Hume.

What's Included

Binoculars
Snacks and drink
Camera

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Ebony Forest Reserve Chamarel

Go through the gate of the Seven Coloured Earth of Chamarel, ask for Ebony Forest, proceed and follow signage that lead to the visitor centre.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Prepare for a very special and unique birding experience among one of the most magnificent ebony forests and few places in Mauritius where six of the nine remaining endemic birds call home. On your 3-4 hour guided tour in this Important Bird Area, as listed by BirdLife International, you will have the opportunity to spot some of the World’s rarest birds, such as the Pink Pigeon, Echo Parakeet, Mauritius Paradise Flycatcher, Mauritius Black Bulbul (also known as the merle), Mauritius Kestrel, and Grey-white eye.

Your 3-4 hour guided bird watching tour starts with a brief visit of the museum and an exclusive visit of the bird release aviaries to spot the wild Echo Parakeet and Pink Pigeon. Discover how Ebony Forest is committed to saving endemic birds and observe the forest restoration efforts to recreate large areas of native forest. Walk or use the safari jeeps to visit the Flycatcher Raised Walkway and Sublime Point. Savour Mauritian delights at Sublime Point while your guide highlights the mountains and rugged scenery of the wild south.

A minimum of 2 adults is required to carry out the activity.

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Ebony Forest Chamarel

Tags

Hiking Tours
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Sustainable Tours
Bird Watching
Wildlife Encounters
Wildlife Watching
Small Group
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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