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19 Reviews
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11 April 2018
Very interesting piece of history regarding Mauritius and it flora and fauna. Definitely worth a visit.
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06 April 2018
It is a privately owned Island. Several Water sports are available on this Island
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10 February 2018
Although this very small reserve is the probably the best accessible wildlife watching location in Mauritius it is quite limited, with only a handful of the surviving endemic species, and does not compare well with similar reserves in the Seychelles or elsewhere. The staff are helpful but lack any real depth of knowledge about the wildlife. They clearly receive limited training.
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07 February 2018
It is only possible to access this protected island by a guided tour organised by the Mauritian wildlife foundation. We took the short boat ride from Pointe Jerome and entered the island full of lush endemic vegetation. The guide was very informative and took great care that we could spot the endangered wild birds living in the island. Despite of a rain shower shortening the tour, we were able to see the pink dove, olive white-eye and Mauritian fody, as well as the giant tortoises roaming freely around the forest. There is also a small museum and a gift shop, the profit of which goes to the wildlife protection work. A strongly recommended place for all nature lovers and bird enthusiasts.
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01 February 2018
Awesme D diving wiz ocean creatures.
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01 February 2018
The most peaceful place on earth for me !!! Pure bliss . But one thing that made me really sad were the corals. They've completely lost their colour !!! Soo sad .
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07 January 2018
We had a fantastic time. The visit was really educational and we learnt a lot despite being born in Mauritius. A truly enjoyable experience and one which I won't mind doing again. Kudos to the tour guide.
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12 December 2017
A nice nature reserve. Instructive visit, clear and detailed explanation by the guide. Boat trip to ile aux aigrettes short & pleasurable.
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05 December 2017
Nice experience to visit this nature preserving island. Expect a not too long guided walk through the forrest with insightful explanations.
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06 September 2017
An enriching experience! Definitely a place for all ages (but mind you it is a walking experience). The guides are real pros!
I have learned a lot about Mauritius's fauna and flora, the importance of preservation, a bit of history and had loads of fun spotting the Pink Pigeon, geckos, Cardinal fody and giant tortoises
We were even taught a lesson about respecting boundaries by a female Cardinal fody 😂
This island has lots of secrets to share!
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17 August 2017
Fantastic place to hangout in mauritius. The places are really very very nice :) and you can even go snorkling and diving at some places and you don't need toknow swimming for them Which is really cool.
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18 July 2017
Amazing reserve, amazing staff. Our guide was very passionate and professional. Wild life including the flora was interesting to observe. Long live big daddy and mr. zoidberg - the coolest turtles.
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29 June 2017
Very good insight into original Mauritius Flora and Fauna , where these are preserved and protected - on a small island. BUY the small pamphlet called 'The Native Plants and Animals of Mauritius' by the The Mauritian Wildlife Foundation. Easy to to read, indentify and assimilate.
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14 June 2017
Worth the trip. Have stayed around the corner from this island all 4 times I have been to Mauritius without going there. Was surprised by how pleasant it was. You get there by boat which is an added bonus. Recommend it. Great for kids too.
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24 April 2017
Recommend this for all nature lovers. Enjoy
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27 March 2017
Natural Sea life at it's best.
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10 March 2017
You don't get a 4.7 rating for nothing. I love the island, and for me being a birder it is a paradise.
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07 March 2017
Decent tour, get to see wild turtles and pink pigeon, tour guides speak English, French etc depending on what you request, buy tickets at the hut place between mahebourg and pointe d'esny, think they have around 4/5 tours a day. Very informative but you can hire a private boat to get to the island.
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18 December 2016
Sad need to pay a special fee to enter but normal since it's a reserve and they want to protect it.
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