Set in the southern part of the Indian Ocean, Rodrigues Island is among one of the rarest place you could seek for. Preciously kept away from the mainstream travel destinations, this pristine island is very well known for its authentic culture, people and unspoilt places where serenity reign over.
Rodrigues Island which is of volcanic origin consists around 41, 669 of population with African, European and some of the Asian origins, together with a mixed population.
Very well known for its warm hearted population, the island is totally secluded, and offers fantastic panoramic sceneries, along with its splendid geographical features which will leave you dumbfounded. It’s beautiful winding deserted roads, the small villages with little developments, the wide open pastures where cows and sheep graze contentedly, and the small green hills outlining against the horizon, or local women hunting for octopuses in the calm lagoon, all of which reflect the authenticity of this little gem.
SSR International Airport (Google Map)
3 Hours Before Flight Time
Early departure from SSR International Airport.
Arrival in Rodrigues at 10 15, meet and greet at the airport and transfer to Accommodation.
Day Free at leisure.
Morning after breakfast, Free for own activities
Optional Tour:
A FULL DAY EXCURSION – Caverne Patate (as from Rs. 1200 per person with transfers)
During this excursion the guests will discover the most interesting places around the island and will be able to make their shopping and buy local artisanal products.
Being a volcanic island, Rodrigues with its hills and valleys offers a magnificent panorama with a rich fauna and flora. You will be taken to the most splendid viewpoints where you will be able to admire the unique scenery that our island offers.
Morning after breakfast, Free for own activities
Optional Tour:
A FULL DAY EXCURSION – ILE AUX COCOS (as from Rs. 1500 per person excluding transfers)
It is a natural sanctuary for seabirds, as well as his twin sister, Ile aux sables not far away.
A wonderful small circular beach all around the island, located in the lagoon, in the South West of Rodrigues.
Located 4 km to the west of Rodrigues, emerging from the lagoon, this strip of sand is a nature reserve where thousands of sea birds have sought shelter. It is no wonder then that Ile aux Cocos has become the main tourist attraction of Rodrigues.
To reach the island, it is necessary to sail the 4 km that separates it from the main island in a pirogue. The voyage sometimes turns into an adventure when the tide is low. At certain places, corals and rocks are just above the surface of the water, while at others, one needs to steer clear of a sandbank to avoid being stranded.
Morning after breakfast, packing all stuff and check out of guest house.
Pick up, transfer to airport and fly back to Mauritius. MK 121 departure: 13hr10. Check in 3hrs before.
