Powdery white-sand beaches and turquoise ocean may be among the main reasons why tourists visit Mauritius, but if you take the time to venture away from the beaches, you’ll discover some hidden gems that are also worth visiting.
Located in the village of Moka, the Eureka House was built in the 1830s and now serves as a museum. Behind the colonial mansion are the Eureka Waterfalls hidden within a tropical forest.
The hike to the waterfalls isn’t too strenuous, so make sure you add this to your list of places to visit in Mauritius.
Along with the incredible Eau Bleue Waterfalls and Tamarind Falls you shouldn’t miss a visit to the Eureka Waterfalls!
Without further ado, here’s exactly how to get to the Eureka Waterfalls in Mauritius.
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HOW TO GET TO EUREKA WATERFALLS IN MAURITIUS?
The Eureka House is open every day from 9 a.m to 5 p.m. A visit to the Eureka waterfalls combined with a guided tour of the mansion and gardens costs around Rs 300 and lasts around 1-2 hours.
The waterfalls are located behind the mansion and since the paths are well-marked, there’s no risk of getting lost.
You will eventually reach two wooden signs, one pointing to “Bassin Diable” and the other to “Waterfalls 1, 2 and 3”.
Read more: Guide to the breathtaking Eau Bleue Waterfall
BASSIN DIABLE
If you decide to go to Bassin Diable, you’ll need to be very careful and wear good hiking shoes as the trail is very slippery.
The path is completely covered under a canopy of lush vegetation and at the end, you’ll find a waterfall cascading into a massive pool.
The good news is that it takes only about five minutes to get to Bassin Diable. You can spend some time taking in the beauty of the surroundings and take a dip in the pool.
WATERFALL NO. 1
After you’re done at Bassin Diable, retrace your steps until you reach the signs pointing to “Waterfalls 1, 2 and 3”.
The Eureka Waterfall no. 1 can be reached by following the trail for a few minutes and then going down a smaller path on the right.
You can reach the base of the waterfall by walking over the big boulders to get an even better view.
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WATERFALL NO. 2
Continue along the main trail to waterfall no. 2 which is even taller and more impressive. You’ll be blown away by this one.
Only attempt to get into the water if you’re a confident swimmer as the current is very strong and the rocks are sharp and slippery.
WATERFALL NO. 3
Now take the stairs on the left side of the second waterfall to explore deeper into the forest. The third one actually consists of two large waterfalls and a smaller one in the middle.
Read more: Complete hiking guide to 7 Cascades (7 waterfalls)
If you have time left, you can also visit Minissy Waterfall, located about a 5-minute drive away. For more information about getting there, you can read this guide to visiting Minissy Waterfall + map.
ADDITIONAL TIPS FOR VISITING EUREKA WATERFALLS MAURITIUS
- Avoid visiting after a rainy day as the hiking trail will be muddy and slippery (The rainy/cyclone season in Mauritius is between December and March).
- Bring lots of mosquito repellent (You’ll thank me later)!
Planning on doing more hikes in Mauritius? Check out these guides:
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- 29 awesome hiking trails in Mauritius
- Everything you need to know about hiking Le Morne Brabant
- Hiking guide to Eau Bleue Waterfalls
- How to get to Cascade Minissy in Mauritius?
- How to Hike to Pont Naturel in Mauritius
- A comprehensive guide to Tamarind Falls (7 Cascades)
- Ultimate guide to hiking Le Pouce Mountain without a guide
- Complete guide to visiting Gris Gris Beach + Map
- Complete guide to visiting Cascade 500 Pieds
- Complete guide to Cascade Leon
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