Minissy Waterfall is great for those looking for a quick and easy hike in Mauritius.
The hiking trail is relatively flat and easy to follow, making it one of the best Mauritius waterfalls for beginner hikers.
Along the way, you can also enjoy a panoramic view of various mountains that form part of the Moka range.
Keep reading to find out how to get to Minissy Waterfall in Mauritius, including a map showing the waterfall’s exact location and where to park at the end of this guide.
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Where is Minissy Waterfall?
Minissy Waterfall is located in Moka, in the central region of Mauritius.
You can also combine this hike with a visit to Eureka Falls, also located in Moka.
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How to get to Minissy Waterfall?
Below are some quick facts about the Cascade Minissy hike:
- Distance: About 1 km (one way)
- Duration: 15-20 minutes (one way)
- Difficulty: Easy
The Minissy Waterfall hiking trail starts at this location. It’s very easy to get there as the trail is well-marked and mostly flat.
There’s no designated parking lot, but you can park alongside the dirt track next to the blue sign showing the way to the waterfall.
Start by following the trail between the sugar cane fields until you reach another sign pointing straight ahead.
You eventually reach another sign, this time pointing toward the right. You’ll know you’re in the right direction when you start hearing the waterfall.
After a few minutes, you’ll arrive at an intersection with a huge boulder. Turn left here.
Keep going until you reach the final intersection, where you’ll have to turn left again.
The final section is a bit tricky as the trail becomes slightly steep and slippery. This part is also quite rocky, so watch your step.
To get to Minissy waterfall, you just need to walk across the river. The river isn’t too deep but you’ll definitely have to get your feet wet.
Note: For your own safety, it’s not recommended to walk across the river when it’s flooded.
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If you’re an experienced swimmer, you can swim in the waterfall but be careful as the pool is quite deep. There’s also a small rope swing where you can take photos.
If you’d like, you can also visit the top section for another perspective of the waterfall. The trail leading there is located right before the final intersection.
Once you’re done at Cascade Minissy, you can also visit two other waterfalls located nearby. You can refer to the map linked below for their exact locations.
If you have more time, you can also visit Eureka Waterfalls, which are located about a 5-minute drive away.
You can find out how to get there by reading my guide to visiting Eureka waterfalls.
Where to stay in Mauritius?
La Mariposa Mauritius
La Mariposa Mauritius is perfect for those wishing to stay just a few steps away from the beach but still close enough to a selection of restaurants, supermarkets and shops.
The hotel is located on La Preneuse beach, about a 50-minute drive from Minissy. The rooms are clean and comfortable and the hotel features an outdoor swimming pool.
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I hope you found this guide to visiting Cascade Minissy helpful. Be sure to check out this map for the exact location of the waterfall. If you have any questions, let me know in the comments below.
More hikes in Mauritius:
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- Hiking in Mauritius: 29 hikes that should be on your bucket list
- Cascade Leon
- Alexandra Falls
- Cascade 500 Pieds
- Cascade Eau Bleue
- Sept Cascades
- Cascade Eureka
- Guide to visiting Gris Gris beach and waterfalls
- Black River Gorges National Park: Complete guide
