Le Morne Brabant – The Original Guided Tour

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Tour Summary

Duration:
3.5 – 4.5 hours

Group:
2-12

Tour Type:
Daily Tour

Difficulty:
Challenging

Transport:
Shuttle Available at Extra Cost

Distance:
5.0 – 8.0 km

About the Tour

Le Morne Brabant, on Mauritius’ south-west coast, is far more than a mountain. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2008, it stands as a powerful symbol of the island’s history—a refuge for escaped slaves and a place of remembrance.

Back in 2004, our Yanature team pioneered hiking on Le Morne Brabant, becoming the first to lead travellers safely along its slopes.

Two decades on, we continue to set the standard: small groups, experienced guides, and a conservation-minded approach rooted in thousands of ascents. Along the way, we share the living ecology of the mountain—from its dry forest to endemic plants like the rare Trochetia boutoniana, Mauritius’ floral emblem.

The hike is a rewarding 3.5–4 hour round trip, depending on group pace. Some steeper sections require the use of hands for short scrambles; your guide will coach safe movement and manage the route so everyone feels comfortable.

At the top, the effort pays off with sweeping views over the west and south-west lagoons and a unique perspective on the island’s coastline. Join us for a memorable half-day on one of Mauritius’ most meaningful landscapes—guided by the team that opened the way in 2004.

What’s Included?

MTA licensed guides (WFA certified)

Assistance throughout the tour

Highest standards around safety & security

Why Yanature?

Pionneer in the hiking and trekking tourism sector

In Mauritius since January 2004

We are friends and passionate mountain lovers

Our desire to bring people on discovery

Excursions in the wilderness is what we live for

Fast, friendly support you can count on

What you’ll do

Meet & brief (10–15 min)
Meet your guide at the Le Morne meeting point. Gear check, safety & route briefing, and a short intro to the mountain’s UNESCO history.
Forest approach (45–60 min)
Hike a well-marked trail through dry coastal forest. Your guide points out endemic plants and wildlife, as well as history and stories on the surrounding landscapes and landmarks.
Scramble section (30–45 min)
Tackle steeper rock sections using hands for balance. Your guide coaches footwork, sets a steady pace, and manages spacing for everyone’s comfort.
Summit ridge & panorama (20–30 min)
Reach the high viewpoint/ridge for sweeping views of the west and south-west lagoons. Time for photos, snacks, and stories of Le Morne’s role as a refuge for escaped slaves.
Guided descent (60–75 min)
Follow the same route down at a controlled pace, with spotting on the short scrambles and plenty of breaks.
Wrap-up (5 min)
Gentle stretch, debrief, and farewell. Your guide shares any group photos/clips after the tour.

Highlights

Guided by the pioneers (since 2004): first team to lead travellers on Le Morne.
UNESCO World Heritage & powerful history of maroon communities.
Endemic flora along the trail, incl. the rare Trochetia boutoniana.
Big-view payoff: sweeping west & south-west lagoons from the summit.

What to bring?

Hiking shoes with good grip (no sandals/flip-flops)
Water: 1.5–2 L per person (add electrolytes if you run hot).
Small daypack (10–20 L) to keep hands free.
Sun protection: cap/hat, SPF 50 sunscreen, sunglasses.
Light, breathable clothing (avoid heavy cotton).
Snacks: energy bar/fruit/nuts.
Personal meds (and allergy info)

Not suitable for

Children under 10.
Pregnancy (any stage).
Recent injuries or surgery (back, neck, knee, ankle, shoulder).
Heart conditions or uncontrolled respiratory issues (e.g., poorly controlled asthma).
Limited mobility or inability to use hands for short rock scrambles.
Anyone under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Inappropriate footwear (sandals/flip-flops/open-toe shoes).

Meeting Point

Meet us on the parking in front of the Wapalapam Island Eatery

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Know before you go

Weather can change quickly—your guide may adjust the route for safety.
Nov–Apr (hot/wet): carry extra water (up to 2–3 L), electrolytes, light rain jacket, repellent.
May–Oct (cool/dry, windier): add a light layer for the summit + windbreaker.
Meeting point is not the start of the hike. Once everyone has arrived, you’ll follow the guide by car (approx. 6 km) to the starting point at the foot of the mountain.
The hike requires a minimum level of fitness and is generally suitable for participants aged 10 to 65.
In the event of drizzle or occasional showers, the activity will proceed, but heavy rain at the meeting point on the activity day may lead to cancellation.
Rain in one region doesn’t necessarily mean the same conditions at the activity location. Therefore, the decision to cancel/proceed is jointly made by the guide and clients at the meeting point.
The guide will be the only contact person on the day of the tour before 8:00am (our office is closed from 6pm to 8am. You will receive the guide’s contact details upon booking or on the eve of the activity date by email (make sure to check your spams if you did not receive the email)

What people say about us:

Bashar Z

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Hiking at Le More Brabant in Mauritius

Oct 12, 2025

A challenging yet rewarding experience, that we couldn’t have done without Henri’s support, patience and guidance. Henri made sure everything was well organised, managed a diverse group, gave lots of insights about the history of the location, and showed great spirit, friendliness and encouragement. In addition to all of that, reaching the top of the mountain was a great opportunity to see breathtaking views and have unforgettable memories to bring back home!

Heidi A

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Wild South hike

Oct 11, 2025

We had a fabulous outing with our guide Gilles, who expertly guided us up and down the tricky bits and was a fountain of knowledge on all things relating to the great outdoors in Mauritius

Leonid B

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Recommend ++

Oct 11, 2025

Super super super
It was a wonderful trip with Teo. View, nature and most important thing, personal accountability for our safety. Each step , each stone was certified by Teo and absolutely safe

Navigator50412444306

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Amazing Day at Seven Cascades

Oct 09, 2025

We had an incredible time on the Seven Cascades Canyoning Tour! The scenery was stunning and the whole experience felt adventurous yet safe. Our guide, Nicolas, was fantastic — friendly, patient, and very professional. He made sure everyone felt comfortable and helped us capture some great photos along the way. Highly recommended!

423majal

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Sunrise hike

Oct 09, 2025

Great hike, amazing views, and Henri was such a nice and interesting guide! For sure I would recommend it to all hiking enthusiasts

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₨2,300

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A cancellation fee of 50% of the total price is asked for bookings cancelled on the day preceding the hike and 100% on the day.

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Le Morne Brabant – The Original Guided Tour

What is Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best?

Tour Summary

About the Tour

What’s Included?

Why Yanature?

What you’ll do

Highlights

What to bring?

Not suitable for

Meeting Point

Know before you go

What people say about us:

Where you’ll be?

Cancellation policy

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Le Morne Brabant – The Original Guided Tour

What is Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best?

Tour Summary

About the Tour

What’s Included?

Why Yanature?

What you’ll do

Highlights

What to bring?

Not suitable for

Meeting Point

Know before you go

What people say about us:

Where you’ll be?

Cancellation policy

Similar Experiences

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