Mauritius🇲🇺 | best hikesDiscover the 6 Best hikes Across Mauritius

How many hikes to do: I advise three to five hikes on a Mauritius trip. The island is small, so you can do one per day without rushing, and after five the views start to repeat because the landscapes are similar: volcanic ridges, forest and coast. Fewer than three and you miss the variety between the wetter highlands and the drier coast.Which kind to prioritize: If you have limited time, put one summit or ridge walk first, since the views justify the early start. Budget travelers who like quiet should favor forest and gorge walks, which cost little but take more effort. Anyone short on energy can choose coastal walks, which are flat and nearly free. A guide adds cost, usually Rs 1,500 to 3,000 (about US$33 to 66) per group, but for remote or unmarked routes it saves time and wrong turns, so … read more 👉

How many hikes to do: I advise three to five hikes on a Mauritius trip. The island is small, so you can do one per day without rushing, and after five the views start to repeat because the landscapes are similar: volcanic ridges, forest and coast. Fewer than three and you miss the variety between the wetter highlands and the drier coast.Which kind to prioritize: If you have limited time, put one summit or ridge walk first, since the views justify the early start. Budget travelers who like quiet should favor forest and gorge walks, which cost little but take more effort. Anyone short on energy can choose coastal walks, which are flat and nearly free. A guide adds cost, usually Rs 1,500 to 3,000 (about US$33 to 66) per group, but for remote or unmarked routes it saves time and wrong turns, so it gives backpackers the best value there. Where the path is obvious, skip the guide and keep the money.What it costs: Plan on US$30 to 55 a day for a backpacker doing a hike a day: a hostel or guesthouse bed (US$15 to 30), local food (US$5 to 10), bus fares (Rs 30 to 100 per trip, under US$2) and the odd taxi to a trailhead (Rs 500 to 1,500). Most trails cost nothing, though some reserves charge a small fee. Over five hiking days, expect roughly US$150 to 275 including a guide for one or two outings.Safety and etiquette: Start early, carry 2 to 3 liters of water, and wear shoes with grip, because wet rock and red soil get slick. Cloud and rain can arrive within minutes, so turn back if visibility drops. Tell your guesthouse your route. Dress modestly when passing through villages, and leave no litter, as many trails cross protected native forest.