Descripción
The Le Pouce mountain is the third highest in Mauritius, peaking at 812m, located in the North West of the island between the Pieter Both and the Signal mountain.
Le Pouce is known as ‘The Thumb’ peak, was given the name because it’s said to look like a thumb. The first person to climb Le Pouce is accredited as Charles Darwin.
From the peak you will have an amazing 360 degree view of Mauritius. The sight of the northern part of the island is splendid, with a beautiful view of the northern small islands of Mauritius - Flat Island, Round Island and Snake Island. You will also get to look down onto the capital and to the west part of the island.
It also offers one of the most beautiful views of the capital: Port Louis, as well as of Moka and the high grounds of Plaine Wilhems.
The starting point for hiking, Le Pouce Mountain, is at the Commercial Center of Helvetia. There you will meet a guide who will provide you with a briefing and afterwards you will start with the hiking activity. The total hiking time to reach the summit is about 1.5 hours. After enjoying the sublime views, you will hike down to the start point.
Location: La Laura-Malenga, Moka
Height: 812 m