Ebony Forest Chamarel, Protected forest reserve in Chamarel, Mauritius
Ebony Forest Chamarel is a 34-hectare protected area where over 154,000 local plants flourish alongside mature ebony trees found nowhere else. The site features canopy walkways, observation decks, and paths that let you move through different levels of the forest and see how the vegetation changes.
The forest started its restoration in 2007 and became an official non-profit conservation area in 2017. This transformation shows how degraded land can be rebuilt into a thriving habitat for native species.
The reserve teaches visitors about local nature through guided tours and displays that explain how the island's plant and animal life depends on forest protection. You can see how community efforts have rebuilt what was once lost.
The forest is open daily with easy-to-follow paths and elevated walkways that work well for most visitors. A refreshment stand is available if you need a break while exploring.
The reserve is home to rare birds like the Mauritius paradise flycatcher, Echo parakeet, and Mauritius kestrel that few places on the island can offer. Spotting these species here gives you a chance to see birds that have nearly disappeared from the wild.
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