After my first hiking experience in Mauritius at Mount Le Pouce, which I shared with you earlier (Click here to read), I must admit that I have become quite the adventure seeker waiting to discover more and more exotic locations on the island. Needless to say, when my friends planned another hiking trip up the Signal Mountain, I jumped at the opportunity!
Signal Mountain or Montagne
des Signaux (in French) is located in Port Louis, the capital of Mauritius.
It is a very easy trek as there is a tarred road leading all the way to the
summit. The way is quite picturesque with beautiful views of the buildings in
the capital city, the harbour, the Champs de Mars racecourse, the western
coastline and other neighbouring peaks. The summit is at 3000m and can be done
in an hour (one way) or less if you are a pro (unlike me)!!
It is always best to start at daybreak; that way you can get
the health benefits of the fresh morning air. However, this trek can be easily
done in the evening as well. Along the way, one can easily rest or take quick
breaks as there are plenty of trees providing shade.
If you are into hiking or that sort of thing, I would
definitely recommend this one as it is perhaps the simplest one in Mauritius
and can be easily accomplished.
How to get there?
It is very easy to reach the starting point of this hike.
Basically, you just need to reach Port Louis and once there, go to Labourdonnais
Street. From there, you can easily locate the trail as it is well directed.
Again, in case of any confusion, simply ask anyone around and they’ll be happy
to help.
Things to take with you
You just need to carry a water bottle, a few nuts or
something to munch on should you need to, your hat and camera. Of course, wear
comfortable clothing and sturdy hiking shoes. Do apply sunscreen especially if
you are going in the morning because during the descent, the sun could be high
up and you definitely don’t want to burn yourself!
As usual, I am sharing some pictures that I took along the
way and from the summit.
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| The Journey Begins... |
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| Tanned and happy...!!! |
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| Parcours De Sante Fin = End of the Health Trail...! Apparently this trek is good for health :) |
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