🐾 CAT & MOUSE MOUNTAIN
4.9⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐(2491 reviews)
🐾 CAT & MOUSE MOUNTAIN – CLIENT INFORMATION PACK
📍 Destination Overview
Cat & Mouse Mountain is a unique twin-peak formation located in southern Mauritius, offering a short but adventurous climb with beautiful coastal and forest views. The trail combines nature, rock sections, and fun scrambling—perfect for clients looking for a half-day adventure without extreme difficulty.
📏 Key Information
⛰ Height
● Approximately 600+ metres elevation gain depending on the route.
⏱ Duration
Standard Hike: approximately 4 hours
🎚 Difficulty Level
MODERATE
● Suitable for beginners with average fitness.
● Involves rocky sections, scrambling, and rope assistance in some parts.
● Not as vertical as Pieter Both, but still adventurous.
Minimum age: 8+ depending on fitness and comfort.
👟 What to Wear
● Sports or hiking shoes with good grip (required)
● Comfortable sportswear
● Hat/cap & sunglasses
● Light jacket if windy
🎒 What to Bring
● 2L water per person
● Small snack
● Small backpack
● Sunscreen
● Camera/phone
Optional: gloves for scrambling
🛟 Safety & Equipment
Your guide will provide:
● Rope assistance for steep parts
● Safety Gears: Climbing Harness and helmet will be provided
● Safety briefing before the hike
● First-aid kit
● Guidance on rock edges and technical areas
● Regular breaks during ascent
We prioritise safe, controlled climbing, especially in exposed zones.
🌦 Weather Considerations
The hike may be postponed if:
● Heavy rain
● Strong wind in the south
● Storm/cyclone warnings
Rocks become slippery after rain, so weather conditions are important.
(Exact location will be sent via WhatsApp before the hike.)
📸 Highlights
● Beautiful views of southern coastline
● Distinctive “Cat and Mouse” rock formation
● Forest trails, volcanic boulders, and ridge lines
● Great spot for adventure photos
● A fun climb with iconic landscape views
💡 Good to Know
● This is a nature hike with light climbing—expect dirt trails, rock steps, and a few steep pulls.
● Not recommended for those afraid of heights, but excellent for adventurous beginners.
● Trails can be hot—morning hikes are recommended.
📞 Contact Guide
Hike Pro Mauritius
📲 WhatsApp: + 230 5914 5751
Where you’ll be?
Cancellation policy
A 50% cancellation fee applies to bookings cancelled the day before the hike, and 100% on the day of the activity.
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