Black River Gorges National Park

The rugged and largely inaccessible mountains of Mauritius provided hideaways for runaway Mauritian slaves, who lived here in the sure knowledge that their masters didn't stand a chance of finding them.

The Mauritian mountains are accessible today via the Black River Gorges National park, which was opened in 1997 to preserve what remains of the island's indigenous tropical forests.

The park's 65km² aren't pure wildlife wonderland, but they're gorgeously forested for anyone who wants a break from the beaches or a scenic walk or drive. The plant and birdlife are also stunning.

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