Lion Mountain Half-Day Guided Hike

The Guided Hike in Mauritius (Lion Mountain) includes:

• 4-5 hours hike up Lion Mountain
• Experienced & friendly guides
• Water
• A snack
• Hiking gear
• Optional: Pick up and drop off from any hotel/ place of accommodation anywhere in Mauritius

Transport is available for an additional supplement which will include pick up and drop off from any hotel / place of accommodation in Mauritius.

About the 4 - 5 Hours Guided Hike at Lion Mountain

Seize the opportunity to climb Lion Mountain on a 8 km hike with a unique dip in the endemic flora of the valley. Lion Mountain, situated in the South East of the island, shall leave you amazed with the breathtaking scenery of the turquoise lagoons, as well as the islets and coast.

Your hiking activity will start bright and early with a safety briefing by the professional guides. Usual safety measures to be taken are the use of sports shoes which are highly recommended, use of mosquito repellent, a sweater and spare clothes. Since this hiking trip is guided, you will get the chance to learn more about Mauritius with an experienced guide.

Throughout your walk in the forest, you will get to discover different species of plants and other greeneries. The location is abundant with native vegetation, exotic plants, and if you are lucky enough, you might spot the small, endemic falcon-the Mauritian Kestrel.

This hike has steep drops and slopes, which may be challenging for novice hikers. Once at the summit, you will be rewarded with some of the most breathtaking views of the Mauritian islets, the crystal-clear blue lagoons, as well as the tropical birds, Paille en queue, soaring above.

In a nutshell, this can be an amazing opportunity for you to cut off, break away from your daily routine and rejuvenate yourself in the midst of nature.

About Lion Mountain

Lion Mountain is a protruding mountain in the Bambous mountain range. It is visible from Mahebourg and is also very famous for its vegetation and amazing views of the south east. It is one of the mountains across the bay, said to be the only witness left of the ‘Bataille Of Vieux Grand Port.”

The Lion Mountain hike usually starts in the sugarcane fields and then follows through the woods and then ends at the peak. Caution should be exercised during the hike, as some of the places are rocky and quite challenging.

• Water

• Sport Shoes

• Sun cream & mosquito repellent

• Cap 

• Spare clothes

• Camera

• Difficulty Level: Medium/Hard
• Minimum Number of Participants: 3 Pax
• Maximum Number of Participants: 10 Pax
• This trail is a technical track with some steep downhill sections. Parental discretion is advised for children undertaking the hike.
• The hikes are not suitable for pregnant women or beginners since progressive hikes with climbing are required.
• No littering and no damage to the animals and plants.
• Activity duration might vary according to the participant’s pace.

In order to process any booking, clients should specify their experience level - beginner, intermediate or experienced.