Montagne Calebasses is located in the village of Nouvelle Découverte. From the summit, panoramic views stretch across Deux Mamelles, Pieter Both and Le Pouce. For travellers who want to include a mountain hike in their plans, the approximate time to the summit is a useful guide. This makes the climb a clear focal point for a stay in Nouvelle Découverte.

Hiking up Montagne Calebasses

The climb up Montagne Calebasses in Nouvelle Découverte is considered very easy and takes about 45 minutes to reach the summit. This is only an estimate: walking time may vary from one visitor to another. When planning, keep in mind that this estimate refers to the ascent to the summit. Do not automatically include the return journey in this timeframe, and allow for breaks separately. This makes it easier to fit the hike into your day without mistaking the approximate duration for the total hiking time.

The hike starts near Nouvelle Découverte and initially follows an overgrown path to the saddle between two peaks. A saddle is the pass between peaks; from there, a trail heads west towards the summit. The path is considered easy to follow, but offers little shade. Bear the limited shade in mind when choosing a time to visit, and check the trail conditions beforehand, as the path surface and shade conditions may change.

Access and other trails

The access road to the hike branches off Beau Bois Road in Nouvelle Découverte onto a small road below the summit. Check local conditions before making this turn a firm part of your plans. The access route and walking time answer different questions: the road information helps you find the hike’s access point, while the approximately 45 minutes refers to the ascent to the summit. Keep these details separate rather than using them to calculate an overall time.

Of the two fitness trails mentioned, one is in Nouvelle Découverte and the other in Camp Thorel. These place names offer another point of reference for distinguishing between activities at the destination: the mountain climb leads to the summit of Montagne Calebasses, while the fitness trails are located in these two places.

Nouvelle Découverte in the wider destination of Moka

The wider destination of Moka offers other activities and attractions. Moka city has direct access to the Moka Mountains. Mountain Reserves border the Moka district to the north, west and south. Telfair hosts live music, markets, open-air cinema and sports sessions every week. If you want to plan around an event, check the dates in advance. The regional attractions range from mountains to regular activities in Telfair.

When looking for a holiday apartment, you can start with the focus that matters most to you: Nouvelle Découverte is the specific point of reference for the summit climb, while Telfair in the wider destination of Moka is relevant for weekly events. Consider whether the mountain trail or the programme in Telfair will play a bigger role in your stay. This helps you factor the different locations into your accommodation choice without treating them as a single route.

Go to the wider travel overview: Moka.