Ebony Forest Chamarel, Protected forest reserve in Chamarel, Mauritius
The Ebony Forest Reserve spans 34 hectares of rehabilitated land where more than 154,000 indigenous plants grow alongside mature endemic ebony trees.
The forest began its restoration journey in 2007, leading to its official establishment as a non-profit conservation area in June 2017.
The reserve maintains educational programs teaching visitors about Mauritian biodiversity through guided tours, museum exhibits, and environmental workshops.
Visitors can access the forest daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with facilities including canopy walkways, viewing platforms, and a snack point.
The forest houses several endemic bird species, including the Mauritius paradise flycatcher, Echo parakeet, Pink pigeon, and Mauritius kestrel.
Location: Chamarel
GPS coordinates: -20.43696,57.37188
Latest update: March 3, 2025 01:39
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