Set off to conquer the 811 m of altitude separating you from the summit, on a hike to Le Pouce, near Port-Louis in Mauritius!
Do you dream of discovering a 360° panoramic view of Mauritius and its heavenly landscapes? The hike to Le Pouce, located near Port-Louis, will take you 811m up the third highest peak in Mauritius: this ascent is accessible to virtually everyone, making it a classic Mauritian hike... an adventure to be enjoyed alone, with friends or even with the family!
Starting out on a track bordered by sugar cane fields, the walk to Le Pouce gradually takes you up a steep climb through undergrowth... don't worry, it's short and accessible without the need for a high level of fitness. Shortly after this obstacle, you will reach the first small plateau. From this vantage point, you can admire the west of the island and appreciate the beauty of Port-Louis, the capital of Mauritius.
The next stage of your hike at Le Pouce, near Port-Louis, takes the form of a footpath that gradually becomes a pretty trail... the aim? To reach a second plateau offering breathtaking views over the west, east and north of Mauritius and its neighbouring islands! After a brief moment of delight at the breathtaking view of the surrounding area, you'll begin the ascent of the final ridge of Le Pouce. At this point, you'll be entering the most athletic and aerial part of the hike up Le Pouce, near Port-Louis in Mauritius, the final stretch to 811m!
Adventurous friends, fans of wild and flourishing landscapes, you've just reached the summit of the hike to Le Pouce, near Port-Louis in Mauritius, and here's your reward: enjoy a panoramic view of the splendid flanks of this volcanic peak, quietly installed 811m above the surface of the ocean.
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Do you dream of discovering a 360° panoramic view of Mauritius and its heavenly landscapes? The hike to Le Pouce, near Port-Louis, will take you to the third highest peak in Mauritius at an altitude of 811 m. This ascent is accessible to virtually everyone, making it a classic among hikes in Mauritius... an adventure to be enjoyed alone, with friends or even with the family!
Technical and physical difficulty : Easy to Moderate
Walking time : 3 to 4 hours
You may experience slight traffic jams to get to the meeting place.
- Water & snacks
- Qualified instructor
- Lunch (sandwich)
- Sun protections
- Insect repellent
- Hiking boots
- Hiking shorts & t-shirt
- Spare shoes
- Small backpack