Cliffs · Waterfalls · Sacred Lake
South Mauritius Travel Guide
The island's wild heart - rugged cliffs and crashing surf, waterfalls, a sacred crater lake and highland tea, all at an unhurried pace.
Where to Go
Gris Gris & La Roche
Wild clifftops, black rocks & roaring surf - view only.
Rochester Falls
Water fans over blocky basalt cliffs into a pool.
Grand Bassin
Sacred crater lake, temples & giant statues.
Bois Cheri Tea
Tour a highland tea estate with tastings & views.
La Vanille Nature Park
Giant tortoises, crocodiles & shaded trails.
St Aubin & Rum Route
Colonial-estate rum, vanilla & sugar heritage.
Bel Ombre
Quiet luxury coast - resorts, wellness & golf.
Drive times
Airport->Souillac35-50 min
Blue Bay->Souillac45-60 min
Port Louis->Grand Bassin1-1.5 h
Le Morne->Bel Ombre25-40 min
Good to know
The wild south is for looking, not always swimming - never enter the water at Gris Gris. Highlands run cool & wet, so pack a layer; dress modestly at Grand Bassin.
Getting around
- Rental car - winding highland roads
- Private driver - full-day tours & tastings
- Guided tours - culture + coast combos
- Taxi - from hotels; agree the fare
Best for
Nature lovers, photographers and culture seekers - dramatic cliffs, waterfalls, a sacred lake and tea & rum estates, all at a slower pace.
A perfect south day
Grand Bassin
the sacred crater lake
Bois Cheri
highland tea tasting
La Vanille
wildlife & Rochester Falls
Gris Gris
wild cliffs at golden hour
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