What Is a Bike Park? And Why Mo’Bike Is Unique in Mauritius

A man sits on a bench with a bicycle resting against it, enjoying a moment of relaxation outdoors.
Discover what a bike park really is and why Mo’Bike offers a one-of-a-kind riding experience in Mauritius. From shuttle-assisted trails and rental gear to wild landscapes and ocean views, this guide explains how Mo’Bike brings world-class mountain biking to the tropics, for beginners and seasoned riders alike

What exactly is a bike park?

A bike park is a dedicated space for mountain biking, designed to let everyone, from beginners to experts, enjoy trails built for fun, safety, and flow.

It typically includes:

  • Several trail levels (green, blue, red and black),
  • Natural or shaped terrain with berms, jumps, and forest paths,
  • A lift or shuttle system to go back up,
  • Services like bike rentals, a welcome desk, a café, a bike shop, outdoor space to chill after a session and coaching sessions for learning or progressing.

While common in Europe or North America, this concept is still new to Mauritius and Mo’Bike is the first of its kind in the Indian Ocean.

This is usually the type of facility you find in ski resorts and only operates during the summer when there is no more snow. For Mo’Bike it’s a different configuration: the site is open all year round and occupies a natural area, with no major changes to the landscape or infrastructure such as ski lifts.

Where does Mo’Bike fit in the world of Bike parks?

Across the world, bike parks have become the go-to destinations for outdoor activities and probably opening the door for the future of mountain outdoor activities. To give you an idea of the bike parks that set the standard, we’ve listed below some of the legendary bike parks from which Mo’Bike drew its inspiration.:

Whistler Bike Park (Canada)

Location: British Columbia, Canada

What makes it unique:

The biggest and most famous gravity park in the world. Often called the holy grail of mountain biking. Over 80 km of trails, four distinct zones, world-class jumps, tech lines, and host of the annual Crankworx Festival.

Website: https://www.whistlerblackcomb.com

A scenic view of mountains with snow peaks, surrounded by dense trees, showcasing a tranquil natural landscape.
Photo de Ali Kazal

Metabief (France)

Location: Jura Mountains, Eastern France

What makes it unique:

Nestled in the heart of the Jura massif, Metabief Bike Park is one of France’s most accessible and family-friendly mountain biking destinations. It features over 20 km of dedicated trails across all skill levels, including scenic forest routes, technical singletracks, and a popular green trail from the summit to the base. What sets Metabief apart is its community vibe. Often used as a training ground by top French enduro and downhill riders, it also regularly hosts competitions and MTB festivals, making it a dynamic spot for both beginners and pros.

Website: https://www.station-metabief.com/fr/vtt-descente

Les Gets Bike Park (France)

Location: Haute-Savoie, French Alps

What makes it unique:

Part of the vast Portes du Soleil MTB area, one of the largest linked bike parks in the world. Les Gets offers access to over 128 km of trails, from forest singletracks to flowy jump lines and World Cup-level descents. It’s a historic destination in mountain biking, with a reputation for hosting major events, including the UCI Mountain Bike World Championships.

Website: https://www.lesgets.bike/bikepark/

A man riding a mountain bike along a rugged dirt trail surrounded by trees and natural scenery.
VTT Bikepark Les Gets © Keno Photographie

BikePark Wales (United Kingdom)

Location: Merthyr Tydfil, South Wales, United Kingdom

What makes it unique:

BikePark Wales is the UK’s first purpose-built mountain bike park and remains its most iconic. Built by riders, for riders, it offers over 40 graded trails weaving through the Welsh forest, from smooth, flowy blues to technical reds and black diamond descents. The park is known for its year-round operation, modern trail design, and the welcoming vibe of its trail crew and community. It’s also a training hub for UK gravity riders and a regular host of enduro and DH events.

Website: https://www.bikeparkwales.com

A van parked beside a dirt road, featuring bicycles mounted on its side.
photo by Bike Park Wales

Dyfi Bike Park (United Kingdom)

Location: Machynlleth, Wales

What makes it unique:

Dyfi Bike Park is the perfect blend of wild terrain, visionary trail design and professional-level rides. Designed and built by Dan Atherton, one of the most respected riders in the sport, this Welsh gem pushes the boundaries of what a bike park can offer. Each trail is carefully sculpted over 500 metres of elevation.

But what really makes Dyfi apart is its atmosphere: isolated, wild and deeply rooted in MTB culture. It’s not the largest park in terms of number of trails, but the quality is exceptional. Expect long, physical descents that will test your skills, fitness and courage, and leave you with a smile on your face.

This is not a park for beginners, but for experienced riders looking for progress, inspiration and one of the most rewarding days you can spend on a bike.

Website: https://www.dyfibikepark.co.uk/

A group of cyclists riding bikes along a mountain trail, surrounded by lush greenery and rocky terrain.
Photo by Dyfi Bike Park

5. Queenstown Bike Park, New Zealand

Location: Queenstown, South Island, New Zealand

What makes it unique:

Located in the breathtaking setting of Lake Wakatipu, Queenstown Bike Park is the first mountain bike park in the southern hemisphere to be served by a cable car. Riders have access to over 30 world-class trails that descend over 450 metres through alpine forest, ranging from smooth beginner trails to steep technical descents, rock gardens and jump lines that challenge even the most experienced riders.

Open from spring to late autumn, the park is part of the extensive Queenstown Trails network and the region’s thriving outdoor activity scene. Its breathtaking views and dynamic mountain biking culture make it a must-visit destination for riders from around the world.

Website: https://queenstownbiketaxis.co.nz/queenstown-mountain-bike-trails/

A group of cyclists riding bikes along a mountain trail, surrounded by lush greenery and rocky terrain.
Photo by FRNZ https://jayfrenchphoto.com/

Mo’Bike: Bringing the bike park spirit to the Indian Ocean

Why Mo’Bike deserves a spot on your bucket list? Well, Mo’Bike is smaller than the big names in the Alps or Wales, but it shares the same DNA. Here, the trails are built by riders, for riders. You ride in a private estate, far from cars and crowds, with a 4×4 shuttle taking you back up after each run. The terrain is varied: flowing green lines, fun blue sections through the forest, and red trails with twists and turns and ocean views. It’s wild, it’s quiet, and it’s seriously fun.

You don’t need to travel with your gear, the park provides high-quality full-suspension bikes, and the vibe is welcoming whether you’re an enduro addict or just looking to try something new. Mo’Bike brings real mountain biking to the tropics (ride all year in short !!!!) and it’s way better than you think.

How does Mo’Bike work?

It’s all pretty straightforward. You book your session in advance and head to the bike park in Chamouny.

You meet our team at the Cerf d’Or, the beautiful reception of the Bike Park. You can either bring your own bike or rent a full-suspension one on site. Helmet and gloves are mandatory.

You’ve then got 3 hours to ride as much as you want. A 4×4 shuttle takes you back up after each descent, so there’s no climbing involved. You just choose the trails that match your level: green to get started, blue for a bit more fun, or red if you’re looking for a challenge.

Between runs, you can chill in the shaded rest area or grab a drink at the Rider’s Café. It’s all easy and the focus is on having a good time on the bike and with other riders.

Here’s a quick overview of how a session at Mo’Bike works: from arrival to your last descent.

Diagram illustrating steps for riding a bike on a bike park, including techniques and safety tips.
How to ride Mo'Bike

1. Arrival & check-in

When you arrive, our team welcomes you at the base of the park. You’ll receive:

  • A helmet and gloves (included),
  • A high quality full-suspension bike (if you choose the rental),
  • A briefing on how the park works: safety, trails difficulty and shuttle system.
People are preparing for a bike ride outside a building, with mountain bikes parked nearby and some individuals adjusting gear or resting on benches.
Photo By Charles Chimon

2. Take the 4x4 shuttle to the top

Let’s be honest, pedalling uphill in the tropics isn’t everyone’s idea of fun. That’s why we’ve got a custom local 4×4 shuttle with trailer to do the hard work for you.

After each run, just roll back to the pickup point, load your bike, and hop in. The ride back up is quick, scenic, and gives you a chance to discover the coffee plantations and see the deers. You can also chat with other riders or just admire the view.

The best part? You can do it as many times as you want during your session. Enjoy the ride down, and let the shuttle bring you back up. Because more downhill = more fun.

3. Choose your trail

Once you are are the top of the Bike Park, you have access to a diverse network of trails, clearly marked and colour-coded, so you can ride at your own pace. Just check the map, choose your trail, and go.

  • Green trails are ideal for beginners or those who want a smooth, easy ride. They’re wide, with gentle slopes and minimal obstacles.
  • Blue trails offer more flow and fun with corners, optional small jumps, and forest sections that keep things playful.
  • Red trails are for confident riders looking for technical features, steeper descents, and more dynamic riding.
  • Black trails will challenge advanced riders, with steeper gradients, tighter turns, and more demanding terrain.

For those who prefer endurance and nature to gravity and shuttles, cross-country (XC) trails are also available. These singletracks circulate through the forest, with rolling climbs, scenic sections, and great viewpoints. XC trails are perfect if you want to pedal, explore, and ride at your own rhythm.

👉  Use the link map below to explore all the options. You can mix it up, try new trails, or ride your favourite line again and again. It’s up to you.

🔗 Link to Bike Park Map

Bike Bark Map with Legend and information
Mo'Bike Trail Map,2025

4. Ride freely for up to 3 hours

Every session at Mo’Bike gives you 3 hours of total freedom in the park, no set routes, no imposed rhythm. You can ride as much or as little as you want, on any of the open trails, from easy and scenic greens to fast red descents.

Some riders come for the adrenaline: multiple runs, high-speed, technical sections, and big smiles at the end. Others take their time, enjoying the views over the ocean, stopping for a break under the trees, or riding together as a family. The park is also home to wild deer and many birds. With a bit of luck and a quiet moment, you might spot them.

You’re free to ride hard, explore gently, take photos, or simply spend quality time outdoors. Whether you’re solo, with friends, or with kids, this is your time to enjoy the trails your way.

Mountain bike trail with a rustic wooden bridge overlooking lush green hills and the ocean in southern Mauritius.
Photo by Charles Chimon

5. Relax at the Rider’s Café

Between two runs or at the end of your session, there’s one place everyone ends up: the Rider’s Café.

It’s located in the Cerf d’Or, a beautiful stone building right at the entrance of the bike park, with a big terrace under massive, ancient mango trees. It’s quiet, simple, and honestly just a really nice place to hang out to catch your breath, have a drink or a snack, or chatting with people.

And if you’re into good food: we serve homemade organic ice cream from Vélo Vert, the local farm just down the road.

ou don’t need to be a pro to enjoy the ride

You don’t need to be a downhill racer or own a €5,000 bike to enjoy Mo’Bike (Well, the €5,000 bike would be great, but let’s be realistic!).

The bike park was built for all kinds of riders, from total beginners to experts enduro fans. We’ve got the green trails to get started safely, blue trails to build confidence, and red ones if you’re up for more of a challenge. And if you’re not sure where to begin, the team is always there to guide you or even coach you if you want.

We’ve seen families, couples, first-timers, and kids as young as 10 discovering the fun of mountain biking here. Some come for speed, others just to cruise through nature and do something different. You go at your own pace, and the 4×4 shuttle takes care of the climb.

What makes Mo’Bike so unique in Mauritius?

Let’s be clear… There’s nothing else like it on the island.

Mo’Bike isn’t just a place to rent a bike and ride a few trails. It’s a real mountain bike park, built by riders who care, in a corner of Mauritius that still feels wild and untouched. No cars, no noise, just forest, ocean views, deer tracks, and singletracks.

But what truly sets it apart is the landscape. You ride between the mountains and the sea, with views that honestly look like they belong in a movie. It’s the kind of hidden gem that only islands seem to know how to keep secret. And once you’ve ridden it, you’ll wonder how you didn’t hear about it before.

It’s not just for pros, not just for visitors, not just for locals. It’s for anyone who loves nature, movement, and that feeling of freedom you get on a bike.

Mo’Bike brings something rare to Mauritius: a proper trail-riding experience, full of soul, in a place that still feels wild.

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