Black River: Mauritius’ Pride in Bringing Summer Fun
The district of Black River or Riviere Noire is located in the island of Mauritius in its western section. Compared to other districts or cities, it experiences lesser rainfall. It has a total land area of 100 square miles, and with that in mind, it is considered to be at the third spot for the largest districts in Mauritius. However, population-wise, it is recognized as the smallest. It includes Port Louis’ western side of the city, as well as Quatre Bornes. Black River, Mauritius is the home for Black River Gorges, regarded as the largest amongst the national parks in Mauritius.
Best Time to Visit
During the month of September up until January is the ideal months to visit Black River, Mauritius since these are the times that tourists can fully enjoy the beauty of the flowers, blooming in the fields of the national park. When considering the weather in Black River, April to November would be the best time of the year to plan the vacation. January March and November are the months considered to be the busiest in terms of crowds flocking in and out of the district, and in the contrary, June is the month when people are least likely to visit.
What to Do & Area Attractions
The St. Regis Mauritius Resort is a 5-star hotel that provides access to the beach, 6 in-house restaurants, outdoor pools and a spa. Nearby, people can easily access Seven Colored Earth, about 33 minutes away by car. Manisa Hotel is also a top-rated, 3-star hotel that is just an 11-minute drive from Casela World of Adventures, another famous attraction found in Mauritius.