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 leading forest restoration and biodiversity conservation site in Mauritius and one of the most meaningful things to do in Chamarel.
By visiting, volunteering, donating, or joining our training programmes, you directly support native forest restoration, species recovery, and climate change adaptation and mitigation.
Ebony Forest combines nature conservation, rewilding, and sustainable ecotourism to rebuild resilient ecosystems, protect endemic wildlife, and create meaningful connections between people and nature. Every action helps restore forests, strengthen biodiversity, store carbon, and secure a healthier future for both communities and the planet.
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