Mauritius travel guide
What to see in Black River Gorges
The island’s great national park, with rainforest, viewpoints and endemic birds.
Updated 18 October 2026 · How we make our guides
- 5 must-see places
- Best time: from April to December
Black River Gorges highlights
The places you can’t miss. In the app we sort them by day and close to each other.
- Gorges viewpoint
Sea views.
- Alexandra Falls
A viewpoint.
- Macchabée Trail
Through the forest.
- Endemic birds
Such as the Mauritius kestrel.
- Grand Bassin
A sacred Hindu lake, nearby.
Day trips from Black River Gorges
We take you straight to the best-rated tour on GetYourGuide, with its reviews and dates.
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When to travel to Black River Gorges
The months with the fewest warnings to travel to Black River Gorges are from April to December.
- Jan with warnings
- Feb with warnings
- Mar with warnings
- Apr no warnings
- May no warnings
- Jun no warnings
- Jul no warnings
- Aug no warnings
- Sep no warnings
- Oct no warnings
- Nov no warnings
- Dec no warnings
- from January to March
Cyclone season
Between January and March it’s hotter and more humid and the odd cyclone may pass through.
What to do: The best time is May to December; take out insurance if you go in the southern summer.
Where and what to eat
To eat like a local: a street-food stall or a table d’hôte. The dishes you can’t miss are in the Mauritius guide.
Frequently asked questions about Black River Gorges
What to see in Black River Gorges?
Gorges viewpoint, Alexandra Falls, Macchabée Trail, Endemic birds and Grand Bassin.
What to see in Black River Gorges in one day?
Don’t miss Gorges viewpoint, Alexandra Falls, Macchabée Trail, Endemic birds and Grand Bassin. To split it into days and areas without crossing the city back and forth, the Bagintravel app plans your trip in a minute.
What’s the best time to travel to Black River Gorges?
The months with the fewest warnings to travel to Black River Gorges are from April to December.
What day trips can you take from Black River Gorges?
Hiking.
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Guide reviewed 18 October 2026. Places, areas and seasons: the same data the Bagintravel app uses. Sources and method.