Mauritius: Bel Ombre Nature Reserve 4x4 Guided Safari

Explore Bel Ombre Nature Reserve on a 2-hour 4x4 guided safari with wildlife viewing and swim stops at natural pools.

Getting started

Arrive at Bel Ombre Nature Reserve and complete check-in before boarding your 4x4 vehicle. Your expert guide introduces the route and safety guidelines, then you set off into the reserve for your 2-hour 4x4 safari. Keep your sunglasses, camera, rain gear, and motion sickness prevention handy, and wear comfortable clothes with sports shoes rather than bare feet.

What to expect

Bel Ombre Nature Reserve

This guided safari takes you deep into Bel Ombre Nature Reserve, a protected landscape known for its native wildlife and endemic birdlife. Across two hours, you travel by 4x4 to viewpoints, forest tracks, a waterfall, and natural pools where you can cool off with a swim.

Features

• During the 2-hour 4x4 safari, your guide points out native wildlife and endemic bird sightings, explaining their behavior and habitat within the reserve. The pace of the drive includes short stops so you can observe and photograph animals without feeding or touching them.

• The route includes time to swim at Hirondelles and L'Exemple pools, two natural rock pools within the reserve. You can use this opportunity for a refreshing swim, so bring a swimsuit and biodegradable insect repellent to stay comfortable around the water.

• A scheduled stop at the waterfall lets you step out of the vehicle and enjoy the viewpoint. There is also an opportunity for a refreshing swim at the waterfall, provided conditions are suitable on the day of your tour.

• A guided tour with a knowledgeable, professional guide is included for the entire experience. Your expert guide shares commentary on the reserve's ecosystems, helps you spot native wildlife and endemic birds, and ensures that rules such as no smoking in the vehicle, no littering, and no drones are respected.

• Food and beverages are included during the safari, so you do not need to bring your own snacks or drinks. Tips are also included in the experience, removing the need to plan extra cash for gratuities.