Mauritius, Reunion & Seychelles - Rodrigues (PDF Chapter)

This is the Rodrigues chapter from Lonely Planet’s Mauritius, Reunion & Seychelles guidebook.

Blissfully isolated more than 600km northeast of the mainland, this tiny volcanic outcrop surrounded by a massive turquoise lagoon is a stunning mountainous gem that barely feels connected to its big sister, Mauritius, let alone the wider world.

• take a boat ride out to the seabird colonies of the Île aux Cocos – a small, uninhabited slice of paradise
• maps
• cavort with hundreds of curious giant tortoises in a lovely François Leguat Reserve
• transport
• get up early in Port Mathurin and immerse yourself in the island’s busy Saturday Market
• restaurants & accommodation

Coverage includes: Port Mathurin, Around Rodrigues, Understand Rodrigues, Survival Guide.