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Black River (Rivière Noire) – Macchabée Viewpoint loop from Grande Rivière Noire VCA

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Black River (Rivière Noire) – Macchabée Viewpoint loop from Grande Rivière Noire VCA

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Black River (Rivière Noire) – Macchabée Viewpoint loop from Grande Rivière Noire VCA

02:53

7.85km

470m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 25, 2026

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Parc national des gorges de Rivière Noire

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893 m

Black River Stream in Black River Gorges National Park

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cool river for a nice hike

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1.51 km

Black River (Rivière Noire)

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Gorgeous mostly untouched nature.
With a little luck you can watch fruit bats

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2.42 km

View of the Sea from Black River Gorges National Park

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2.76 km

Remousse Viewpoint

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After moderate climb you will be rewarded with great views.
Enough water to take on the tour.

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4.61 km

Rooty ascent in Black River Gorges National Park

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Remember to watch the time because the park closes at 6 p.m.

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4.71 km

View of Le Morne Brabant from Macchabée Kiosk

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Magnificent view of the Mauritian landscape

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4.72 km

Macchabée Viewpoint

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Formerly Macchabée Viewpoint and therefore more accurate. Kiosk here just means shelter!

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5.86 km

Macchabée Trail, Black River Gorges National Park

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Steep but worthwhile alternative for the climb to the Macchabée Viewpoint (kiosk).

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7.85 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.14 km

3.42 km

277 m

Surfaces

7.56 km

277 m

Elevation

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Friday 7 August

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Comments

November 7, 2024,Zum Plateau Resmousse und Macabee Viewpoint

A hike through a lush green landscape. We start at the information desk of the Black River Gorges NP. First we go over wide, stony forest paths. Then the path climbs and a family of monkeys crosses the path in front of us, but they immediately disappear into the green thicket again. A small branch takes us to the Resmousse …

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November 18, 2023,🇲🇺Maccabee Kiosk Hike

Nice Hike in Black River Gorges National Park.
Take enough water, sun cream and mosquito repellent with you. The Maccabee Kiosk trail is clearly marked. On the top you have a nice view about the National Park, the Black River Peak and La Tourelle. You also can take a bath in the river.
Enjoy and have fun 😊

July 7, 2024,Mauritius 🇲🇺 Black River Gorges Nationalpark

The Black River Gorges National Park is the largest of the national parks on Mauritius and has been attracting many locals and tourists since 1994.
With a bit of luck you can marvel at over 300 different plant species and 9 bird species that are only found on the island.
The visitor center is located at the Black River entrance …

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Black River Stream in Black River Gorges National Park

Black River (Rivière Noire)

View of the Sea from Black River Gorges National Park

Remousse Viewpoint

Rooty ascent in Black River Gorges National Park

View of Le Morne Brabant from Macchabée Kiosk

Macchabée Viewpoint

Macchabée Trail, Black River Gorges National Park

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