Rodrigues Island is an island dependency of Mauritius around 580 kilometres northeast of Mauritius. It takes around an hour and a half to fly to the island from Mauritius – and it is worth the journey! You’ll discover beautiful, unspoilt nature, a vast lagoon for watersports and fishing, and incredibly welcoming locals. The island is a paradise for kitesurfing, hiking and diving, and you can end active days tucking into Rodrigues’ delicious and creative cuisine. One of the island’s highlights is François Leguat Reserve, a valley home to hundreds of giant tortoises.
Rodrigues Island has a slow pace of life and a traditional vibe that feels relatively untouched by tourism. You will inevitably fall under the charm of this sleepy sister island, which is perfect for disconnecting and relaxing.
Life is slower on this little volcanic island, where blissful escapism is the vibe. Northeast of Mauritius, hilly Rodrigues is one of the Indian Ocean’s best-kept secrets. Empty stretches of beach, coastal walks and hearty Creole cuisine are what this remote island is all about.
For birdwatchers, a short boat trip to the white sands and coconut trees of Ile aux Cocos is a must. This tiny islet off the coast of Rodrigues Island is a stunning nature reserve famous for its seabirds, and the beaches are paradise. Another one for wildlife-lovers back on Rodrigues’s mainland is the François Leguat Giant Tortoise and Cave Reserve, an impressive local project protecting hundreds of giant tortoises. Visit this stunning valley and walk among the giant Aldabra tortoises.
If you’re into hiking, take the coastal path trek to Trou D’Argent. This isolated beach is one of the island’s most spectacular and hidden between two craggy low-slung cliffs. It’s only accessible on foot, which just makes the views all the more rewarding when you get there.
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