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Explore 15 protected areas in Mauritius, 15 rated across 10 categories

An uninhabited volcanic islet 22.5 km north of Mauritius, supporting the last remaining populations of several endemic reptiles including the Telfair skink and Round Island boa. One of the most…

Ile Ronde

The largest and oldest national park in Mauritius, protecting remnants of native rainforest, ebony woodland, and heathland in the southwestern highlands. Home to endangered Mauritius kestrel, pink…

Black River Gorges

A coralline limestone islet off the southeast coast preserving the last remnant of coastal ebony forest in Mauritius. A flagship conservation site managed by the Mauritian Wildlife Foundation, home…

Ile aux Aigrettes

One of only two mainland nature reserves on Rodrigues Island, protecting over 40 endemic and native plant species. Core habitat for the endangered Rodrigues fody, Rodrigues warbler, and Rodrigues…

Grande Montagne

A coastal nature reserve in southwestern Rodrigues protecting rare endemic plants on coralline limestone substrate. Home to critically endangered species including Zanthoxylum paniculatum and…

Anse Quitor

A Ramsar wetland of international importance in southeastern Mauritius, protecting one of the finest coral reef ecosystems in the western Indian Ocean. Features over 50 species of coral and is a…

Blue Bay

A wedge-shaped volcanic islet 8 km north of Mauritius, also known as Gunner's Quoin. Designated as a nature reserve for its endemic reptile populations and relatively intact native vegetation adapted…

Coin de Mire

A marine park on the northwest coast protecting coral reefs, seagrass beds, and mangroves in Turtle Bay. Features historical ruins, diverse marine life, and serves as a key coastal conservation area.

Balaclava

The second terrestrial national park of Mauritius, protecting coastal forest, wetlands, and Mare Sarcelle crater lake on the northeast coast. Important habitat for the endangered Mauritius olive…

Bras d'Eau

A mountain nature reserve protecting rare endemic flora including the critically endangered Trochetia parviflora, rediscovered on its slopes in 2001. The reserve covers the western and northwestern…

Corps de Garde

A mountain nature reserve on the third-highest peak in Mauritius, protecting remnant native vegetation on its northwest flank. The distinctive thumb-shaped summit offers panoramic views of Port Louis…

Le Pouce

The largest of the eight proclaimed islet national parks, located in the northeast lagoon of Mauritius. Features mangrove forests, coastal vegetation, and ruins of historical buildings.

Ile d'Ambre

The largest of the northern offshore islets, featuring wetlands, coastal forests, and important seabird nesting colonies. Home to three species of bats including the Mauritian flying fox and an…

Ile Plate

A small flat islet north of Mauritius known for its pristine beaches and endemic skink populations including Bouton's skink and Bojer's skink. A popular day-trip destination that also serves as an…

Ilot Gabriel

The first Ramsar Site of International Importance designated in Mauritius, protecting a coastal estuary important for 14 regularly visiting migratory shorebird species. Features intertidal mudflats…

National Parks in Mauritius

Top 10 Parks in Mauritius

Ile Ronde

Black River Gorges

Ile aux Aigrettes

Grande Montagne

Anse Quitor

Blue Bay

Coin de Mire

Balaclava

Bras d'Eau

Corps de Garde

Top Parks by Category

Top 10 Parks for Uniqueness in Mauritius

Ile Ronde

Ile aux Aigrettes

Anse Quitor

Grande Montagne

Black River Gorges

Blue Bay

Coin de Mire

Bras d'Eau

Corps de Garde

Le Pouce

Ile Ronde

Black River Gorges

Ile aux Aigrettes

Grande Montagne

Anse Quitor

Blue Bay

Coin de Mire

Balaclava

Bras d'Eau

Corps de Garde

Le Pouce

Ile d'Ambre

Ile Plate

Ilot Gabriel

Rivulet Terre Rouge Estuary

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National Parks in Mauritius

Top 10 Parks in Mauritius

Ile Ronde

Black River Gorges

Ile aux Aigrettes

Grande Montagne

Anse Quitor

Blue Bay

Coin de Mire

Balaclava

Bras d'Eau

Corps de Garde

Top Parks by Category

Top 10 Parks for Uniqueness in Mauritius

Ile Ronde

Ile aux Aigrettes

Anse Quitor

Grande Montagne

Black River Gorges

Blue Bay

Coin de Mire

Bras d'Eau

Corps de Garde

Le Pouce

All Parks (15)

Ile Ronde

Black River Gorges

Ile aux Aigrettes

Grande Montagne

Anse Quitor

Blue Bay

Coin de Mire

Balaclava

Bras d'Eau

Corps de Garde

Le Pouce

Ile d'Ambre

Ile Plate

Ilot Gabriel

Rivulet Terre Rouge Estuary

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