Guided Hike at Piton Savanne in the Black River Gorges National Park, Mauritius

Activity Snapshot

Fitness level: Occasionally sporty
Duration: 4.5 hrs
Spoken languages: English, French
Minimum age: From 6 years-old and up
Cancellation policy: super flexible More info
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Activity description

Take a family walk in the Black River Gorges National Park and climb to the top of Piton Savanne to the north of Chamouny!

The Piton Savanne hike is an easy walk suitable for families with children aged 6 and over. Led by a guide, you will set off on a 7 km hike in the Black River Gorges National Park, near Chamouny and La Vallée des Couleurs Nature Park. At a leisurely pace, you will walk for 4 to 4.5 hours to a platform renowned for the panoramic views it offers over the south of Mauritius, and then to the top of the piton if you wish, at an altitude of 704 metres!

This guided hike to the Piton Savanne offers you the advantage of discovering this natural site alongside a local guide who will share with you all his knowledge about the history of the piton and its endemic flora and fauna. You will also pass by the Mauritius Conservation Service's pink pigeon breeding site, a species of bird unique to the island! On the way up to the top of the mountain, you will stop regularly to admire the different views of the south and west coasts of the island, as well as the surrounding area and the Black River Gorges National Park.

Your guide will offer to take photos of you during the adventure, so don't hesitate to take part in this hike up Piton Savanne to create beautiful memories in the Mauritian wilderness!

Course of events

- Meeting with the guide at the meeting point

- Briefing on the route of the hike and safety instructions

- Departure for a 4 to 4.5 hours hike to Piton Savanne (7 km round trip)

- Return to the starting point and end of the activity

Activity requirements

A minimum number of 2 participants is required for this activity to take place.

Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

Included
  • Guide
  • Photos
Do not forget to bring
  • Comfortable clothes
  • Hiking shoes
  • K-way
  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses
  • Hat
  • Bottle of water
  • Snack
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Meeting point
Piton Savanne hiking trail, B102, Mauritius Get directions

Cancellation policy

Cancellation 24 hours or more prior to the agreed activity date
You will be automatically refunded for the full amount for the activity
24 hrs
Cancellation 24 hours or later prior to the agreed activity date
No refund will be possible
Weather Guarantee
Regardless of the date, if the activity is cancelled due to bad weather conditions, you will be offered a refund or the chance to reschedule