Ebony Forest
For over 20 years, we have been restoring Mauritius’ biodiversity to safeguard our nation’s unique natural heritage.
Experience conservation in action at Ebony Forest.
Ebony Forest is a conservation NGO in Mauritius dedicated to restoring native forests, protecting endemic biodiversity, and promoting sustainable nature-based tourism.
Located in Chamarel, Ebony Forest Reserve offers visitors the opportunity to explore restored ecosystems through guided walks, birdwatching, and panoramic viewpoints - -while directly supporting wildlife conservation and restoration efforts.
What is Ebony Forest?
Ebony Forest is a non-profit conservation organisation in Mauritius working to restore native ecosystems and protect threatened endemic plants and animals.
Through forest restoration, invasive species management, and species conservation programmes, Ebony Forest actively contributes to safeguarding Mauritius’ unique biodiversity.
As a registered training centre, Ebony Forest also builds local and regional capacity in conservation, offering training, placements, and hands-on learning in ecological restoration and biodiversity management.
Where is Ebony Forest located?
Ebony Forest Reserve is in Chamarel, in the south-west of Mauritius, near Le Morne Brabant.
The reserve overlooks one of the island’s most iconic landscapes, with sweeping views of forests, mountains, and coastline.
What can you do at Ebony Forest Reserve?
At Ebony Forest Reserve, visitors can experience nature, learn about conservation, and actively support restoration efforts. Activities include:
- Walking through restored native forest in Mauritius
- Spotting endemic birds and wildlife, including rare and threatened species
- Joining guided tours focused on conservation and biodiversity
- Enjoying scenic viewpoints overlooking Chamarel and the south-west coast
- Learning about forest restoration and conservation in Mauritius
- Participating in team-building and corporate sustainability activities
- Educational school visits and outdoor learning experiences
- Buy endemic and native plants
- Volunteering in conservation and restoration projects
Forests & Flora
Through forest restoration, invasive species management, and endemic plant propagation, we regenerate native forests that capture carbon, enhance ecosystem resilience, and safeguard Mauritius’ botanical heritage.
3 forests (195 ha.), under management
>200,000 endemic & native plants planted
>50 ha. endemic forest weeded & planted
118 endemic and native species propagated
2 tortoise rewilding projects
Species Conservation
Our science-based reintroductions, habitat restoration, and predator management protect threatened wildlife while restoring ecological balance and accelerating biodiversity recovery.
4 endemic bird species reintroduced
3 endemic reptile species in captive breeding programmes
3 threatened snail species in captive breeding programmes
2 of the largest predator control grids in Mauritius (90 ha. total)
Education & Capacity Building
We empower students, conservation professionals, and communities through hands-on learning, training, and knowledge exchange - inspiring action for biodiversity and climate resilience.
>15,000 school children engaged through educational visited
23 conservation training courses developed
48 training courses delivered
>800 participants trained
>250 interns and volunteers hosted
9 regional training participants hosted
Community Engagement
As a conservation-driven ecotourism destination, Ebony Forest connects people with nature, supports livelihoods, and demonstrates how sustainable tourism can actively fund ecosystem restoration.
Natural history museum established
23 webinars, workshops and conferences hosted
> 2000 endemic plants donated to schools and associations
> 60 persons employed full-time as a NGO