Curepipe Botanic Gardens

Curepipe Botanical Garden is a 27-acre green space featuring a flowing river, a lake, and a Victorian gazebo typical of colonial times. The garden houses diverse collections of tropical plant species that thrive in the cooler highland climate of the island's interior.

The garden was established in 1870 when colonial officials sought a solution for plants that could not survive in the warmer coastal lowlands. Curepipe's elevation provided the ideal microclimate for such species.

The garden was named after Sir Seewoosagar, the first prime minister of Mauritius following independence, reflecting its national importance. Visitors encounter this tribute through signage and information throughout the grounds.

The garden has two entrances: the main one at Les Casernes on Botanical Garden Street and a secondary one at Camp Caval. Wear comfortable shoes as visiting the various plant sections involves walking through the grounds.

The garden protects the last surviving Hyophorbe amaricaulis palm tree in the world, a species extinct everywhere else. After failed cross-fertilization attempts, this rare tree receives special security measures.