Museum
Natural History Museum, Port Louis
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The Natural History Museum in Port Louis is a compact but compelling institution dedicated to Mauritius's natural heritage. Its most famous resident is a near-complete dodo skeleton, assembled from bones found in the Mare aux Songes swamp. The museum also displays other endemic species, such as the Rodrigues solitaire and giant tortoises, alongside dioramas of native forests and coral reefs. Visitors can trace the impact of human arrival on the island's fragile ecosystems. The museum's vintage cabinets and informative panels evoke a classic natural history experience, making it a must for wildlife enthusiasts.
Don't miss
- See the iconic dodo skeleton, one of the most complete in the world.
- Learn about extinct and endangered Mauritian species through detailed dioramas.
- Examine the collection of shells, corals, and preserved birds from the Mascarene Islands.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Natural History Museum, Port Louis
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inLondon: Natural History Museum Guided Tour & Audio Guide4.4★ · 186 travelers~1 hourFree cancellationFrom$12 per personSee dates →
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