Hike the 7 Waterfalls of Mauritius: Guided South Tour from Henrietta to Alexandra Falls

Chamarel•moderate

Difficulty

moderate

Duration

5–6 hours

Fitness Level

Good basic fitness; comfortable walking on uneven ground and short steep sections.

Overview

Spend a day with a certified Mauritian guide exploring five accessible cascades, a sacred crater lake and Alexandra Falls Park on this six-hour South Mauritius hike—complete with private transfer and a simple local lunch.

Hike the 7 Waterfalls of Mauritius: Guided South Tour from Henrietta to Alexandra Falls

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Date

Thu, Nov 6

Travelers

The morning bus slips out of Henrietta before the island fully wakes: palms cast long fingers across the road, and the driver hums through sugarcane flats toward a ridge where mist hangs like a promise. By the time the trail opens, the forest is breathing—ferns unfurling, a stream daring you to follow it downstream. The guide, a certified local who reads the land like a map, points to the first cascade and the group moves, one foot then another, toward the low roar of water.

Adventure Photos

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Adventure Tips

Wear grippy shoes

Trails include wet rocks and short scrambles—sturdy trail runners or light hiking boots improve stability and confidence.

Bring a dry bag

Keep phones, camera and spare clothes in a small dry bag—pools and spray are common near the falls.

Plan for humidity and sun

Carry sunscreen and a hat even under canopy; tropical sun and sudden clearings can heat quickly.

Respect Ganga Talao

Observe local customs at the sacred lake—follow your guide’s instructions on behavior and photography.

Local Insights

Wildlife

Mauritian macaque (troop sightings near trails)
Namaqua dove and various endemic songbirds

History

Ganga Talao (Grand Bassin) is a volcanic crater lake that became a major Hindu pilgrimage site in the 19th century, with statues and shrines brought by the island’s Indo-Mauritian community.

Conservation

Black River Gorges is a protected area focused on restoring native forest and endemic species; stick to paths and avoid feeding wildlife to limit human impact.