Vieux Grand Port – Police Station

The hike starts in sugarcane and then ascends on a good quality trail through the shaded woods that flank the Lion. Following the trail does require paying attention though as it is unmarked and has a few forks. There are a few places that require using your hands to ascend rocky sections, it can be physically challenging hike depending on the weather as well. It is not recommended during rainy seasons.

Lion Mountain is a prominent mountain in the Bambous Range, visible from Mahebourg and notable for have an abundance of native vegetation and stunning views of the southeast. The Mountain bears its name since it takes the form of a lion. The trail can be difficult to follow in places as it is not well marked and ascends a few rocky sections where its path is not perfectly clear.

From the top you will be able to see the surrounding islands: Ile aux Aigrettes, Ile de la Passe, Ilot Vacoas and Ile aux Fouquets, where the lighthouse is situated. You cannot miss Lion mountain when you are in the south east of Mauritius. From Mahebourg, it is the mountain that is right across the bay, the only witness left of the ‘Bataille of Vieux Grand Port’ that took place some 200 years ago.