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All about the Black River National Park Mercury Holidays
Coordinates: 20°25′S 57°25′E Black River Gorges National Park is a national park in the hilly south-western part of Mauritius. [1] [2] [3] [4] It was proclaimed on June 15, 1994 and is managed by the National Parks and Conservation Service. It covers an area of 67.54 km² including humid upland forest, drier lowland forest and marshy heathland. Black River Gorges National Park The stunning Macchabée Viewpoint is in the heart of the Black River Gorges National Park, where some of the best trails meet. Alexandra Falls Viewpoint Black River Gorges National Park From the Alexandra Falls Viewpoint, you can admire the cloud forest of Mt Cocotte (771m) and the view down to the south coast. Black River Gorges National Park 1,072 reviews #21 of 214 things to do in Mauritius National ParksNature & Wildlife Areas Write a review About This 6,574-hectacre natural reserve is filled with hiking trails to observe the indigenous forests and variety of wildlife. Meets animal welfare guidelines Suggest edits to improve what we show. The Black River Gorges National Park Project was proclaimed on the 15th of June 1994 by the President of the Republic of Mauritius. It is found in the South West of the island, and covers an area of 6,574 hectares of forests including the highest point at Piton de la Rivière Noire (828 m).
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Black River Gorges National Park 4.5 1,071 reviews #21 of 214 things to do in Mauritius National ParksNature & Wildlife Areas Write a review About This 6,574-hectacre natural reserve is filled with hiking trails to observe the indigenous forests and variety of wildlife. Meets animal welfare guidelines Suggest edits to improve what we show. Black River Gorges National Park Weekdays: 07:00 - 16:00 Weekends: 09:00- 17:00 Contact Us Located on the hills of the Champagne plain, the Black River Gorges National Park covers 6576 hectares of mountain and forest and is home to over 150 varieties of plants and 9 birds species. Once in the park, there are so many spots offering stunning views of the interior and the West Coast that you will be open mouth the whole time Covering an area of 6,574 hectares which represents about 3.5% of Mauritius Island, Black River Gorges is home to several rare endemic birds including the Echo Parakeet, Pink Pigeon and Mauritius Kestrel and over 300 species of plants and animals.
All about the Black River National Park Mercury Holidays
Black River Gorges is the largest national park in Mauritius, with the wide expanse of dense forest and highlands making up for roughly 5% of the entire Indian Ocean island nation. For many, the significance of Black River Gorges is its part in maintaining the rich diversity of wildlife that makes Mauritius what it is. According to AllTrails.com, there are 2 camping trails in Black River Gorges National Park and the most popular is Morcellement and Grand Sable Circular with an average 3.0 star rating from 1 community reviews. Want to find the best trails in Black River Gorges National Park for an adventurous hike or a family trip?
Black River Gorges National park is the largest natural area in Mauritius and one of only two national parks in the country. Nearly all of the remaining old growth forest in Mauritius - only 2% remains - is contained within the park. Black River Gorges National Park covers 6,574 hectares and is the largest piece of tropical forest in Mauritius that has almost escaped human intervention. Black River Gorges is so large that there are four entrances into the national park. Near two of them are information centers: Black River Gorges Visitor's Center and Petrin Information Centre.
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In the south-western part of the island lies a stunning Black River Gorges National Park. Covering roughly 2% of the entire island, the Black River Park consists of drier lowland forest, humid upland forest, and marshy heathland. Head to the Black River Park to explore the nature intact as soon as possible. Situated in the beautiful island of Mauritius, Black River Gorges National Park is something you won't get to see everywhere. It is the largest national park of Mauritius and has two sides, a humid upland, and a drier lowland.
