Randonnée - Montagne Du Pouce - Demi-Journée

Hiking Trip - Pouce Mountain - Half Day includes:

• A 3-Hour Guided Hike
• Witness amazing 360 degree views of Mauritius at the peak
• Accompanied by Experienced and Professional Guide
• Water and juice will be provided during the trip

Transport is available for an additional supplement and will include pick up and drop off from any hotel / place of accommodation in Mauritius.

Hiking Trip - Pouce Mountain - Half Day

The starting point for this hike is the Commercial Center of Helvettia. There you will meet the guide and prepare for the hike. From the Commercial Center of Helvettia you will start with a 1 hour climb up to the summit of Le Pouce mountain.

After a short briefing, you will be guided all the way to the foot of the mountain before beginning your ascent to the top. The first part of the mountain is perfectly built to warm up your muscles, starting off with a slope of which the gradient increases as you progress into the climb before changing into a rocky path of ascending twists and turns.

Once you reach the halfway point, it's almost as if you are back on the ground with an almost flat plateau with some hills and ditches before you reach the final part of the climb- a steep climb to the summit. Once you reach the top, be sure to touch the rock which is the absolute highest point of the mountain!

From the peak you will have an amazing 360-degree view of Mauritius. The sight of the northern part of the island is splendid, with a beautiful view of the northern small islands of Mauritius- Flat Island, Round Island and Snake Island. You will also get to look down onto the capital and to the west part of the island.

About Le Pouce Mountain

Located in the North West of the island between the Pieter Both and the Signal mountain, Le Pouce Mountain is the third highest in Mauritius, peaking at 812m. The first person to climb Le Pouce is accredited as Charles Darwin.

Also known as ‘The Thumb’ peak, it offers one of the most beautiful views of the capital: Port Louis, as well as of Moka and the high grounds of Plaine Wilhems. From the summit you will hike down enjoying the great views till you get back to the starting point at Moka.

About the guide and the spirit of the trip

All hiking excursions and treks will be under the experienced and professional guidance of one of the top guides in Mauritius, while sharing his local knowledge, passion for sports and love of nature.

Each trip is carried out with a total respect towards nature and while making it a top priority to stress on the importance of its preservation. The trip will take you around some of the most beautiful places in Mauritius and you will get to learn more about the fauna and flora and what’s being done towards its preservation, making this a unique and enriching experience.

About Hiking in Mauritius

Mauritius, being a volcanic island, has several alluring summits and valleys to explore on foot. The island is well known for its natural beauty.

Mauritius is famous for its breathtaking nature, beautiful birds, flora, coastlines with many magnificent views.

The flora of Mauritius is composed of 700 species of indigenous plants.

To learn more about hiking and trekking in Mauritius check our Trekking in Mauritius page.

• Hiking shoes
• Sun cream
• Mosquito repellent
• Spare set of clothes

• Difficulty: Easy - Medium
• Minimum age requirement: 10 years and above
• Maximum Group Size: 10 persons