Yemaya Adventures
The concept
Hiking, biking and kayaking excursions to discover some hidden sweet spots of Mauritian nature in an eco-friendly fashion. It’s not about sporting performance but about the joy of open-air activities, the beauty of settings, the discovering of natural spaces and why they should be preserved.
Place(s)
Sea-kayaking: Île d’Ambre – north-east coast.
Mountain biking: Bras d’Eau National park – east coast, Piton du milieu / Midlands – centre, Mare-aux-vacoas / Mare Longue / Tamarind falls – centre, The wild south coast (on request).
The excursions and activities
Île d’Ambre – north-east coast. Silently glide among mangroves, set foot on the islet for a hike; discover its history and wilderness.
Kayaking courses available on request.
Mountain-biking:-
Bras d’Eau reserve – east coast – a fairly easy one. Ride through exotic woods – now a national park – and along the beautiful coastal road of Roches Noires and Poste Lafayette, after having visited some lava caves. A 3-hour flat and easy ride.
Piton du milieu / Midlands – centre – 18 or 34 Kms; you choose. A mountain and lakeside setting.
Mare-aux-vacoas / Mare Longue / Tamarind falls – centre – 20 or 35 Kms; you choose. A technical trail in a lake setting.
The wild south coast (on request). Ride the cliffs to end at beautiful La Cambuse beach.
Hiking:-
Île d’Ambre – north-east coast. A 3h30min hike for the discovery of this nature reserve and its history.
Le Pouce – Climb that thumb-shaped mountain at the middle of the island and enjoy the view over the green fields and the towns of Mauritius. 3 hours; average difficulty.
Bras d’Eau – Walk through the woods and get a hint of the history of this ancient plantation estate. 3 hours, flat walk.
