Rodrigues Island is a place that is strikingly beautiful and presents a view that is almost picture postcard quality. Rodrigues is a mountainous region with lot of flora, marvellous beaches and coral reefs surrounds the island completely. The pace of life is leisurely making it a perfect getaway destination. Join Extreme Sports Cafe on Rodrigues Island for an unforgettable kite surfing experience.
Extreme Sports Cafe's partner Rodrigues Kite surfing School is located on the Northeast coast of Rodrigues Island at one of the finest beaches on the island, Pointe Coton.
- Rodrigues, the new kitesurfing paradise in the Indian Ocean! The island is blessed with the best winds for kite surfing.
- After a 10-hour flight from Europe you'll find yourself in paradise, on the white beaches of the Indian Ocean. 200km² shallow water area inside the reef and massive waves for surfing and kiting outside on the reef, similar to the neighbouring island Mauritius.
- You can visit Rodrigues Island almost any time of the year. Summer lasts from November to April while winter is from May to October. The climate is generally warmer and drier than in Mauritius.
- The days are hot & humid in summer and the temperature oscillates between 28 - 35 degrees Celsius. During this period, the risk of cyclones increases significantly, particularly in January and February. The Winter temperature varies from 16 - 27 degrees Celsius and the prevailing wind of the South East is much more biting.
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Rodrigues Island near Mauritius - Rodrigues Island is only 11 miles long & 5 miles across at its widest point. The Island is located in the Indian Ocean roughly 560 km Northeast of Mauritius. Rodrigues is named after the Portuguese explorer Diego Rodriguez and it forms part of the Mascarene Islands. Rodrigues Island is also a dependency of Mauritius. Rodrigues is a rugged and mountainous country and although modern life has brought sophistication and prosperity there is much that still remains unspoilt. The lagoons surrounded by beaches of silvery sand are truly a holidaymaker's dream.
- Tourism is still in the very early stages on Rodrigues but the tourism infrastructure offers everything travellers from abroad would need for a comfortable and relaxing holiday. As a travel destination Rodrigues is still a secret spot. No mass tourism and very friendly locals.
- As on Mauritius the government tries to establish an environmental friendly approach to tourism. Port Mathurin is the administrative capital of the island and it is here that you will find most of the facilities that have developed in the last 20 years. There are some hotels, apartments, guesthouses and other tourist accommodations here that can service a limited number of tourists.
Rodrigues Island Mauritius Accommodation - The Cotton Bay Resort is a tropical resort where you can enjoy a bit of sophistication with the simple life at a secluded hideaway on the shores of the Indian Ocean. Located only 25min (11km) from the capital, Port Mathurin and 40min (21km) from the airport.
- The resort complex includes main house, reception, boutique, bar, conference room, mini-club and 2 nice swimming pools.
- The resort has sea-views across one of the nicest beaches on the island Pointe Coton. There are 48 rooms (40 Superior, 6 Deluxe and 2 Suites) located along the beach, which offer a nice view of the bay.
- All rooms are equipped with bath/ shower, air condition, ceiling fan, minibar, telephone, sat-tv, hairdryer and balcony or terrace. Windsurfing, Kayaking, Boule, Pool or Darts are offered for free.
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Rodrigues Island Mauritius - Top Attractions
- Ilot Cocos / Coco island: An offshore island with sun drenched beach and a huge seabird colony. There are thousands of noddy terns, bridled terns and a few fairy terns too. An idyllic beach offset by a dazzling aquamarine sea. The hotels arrange day trips by boat and include a picnic or barbeque.
- Caverne Patates / Potato Cave: Quite an impressive coral cave near the north coast which can be explored in an hour. Again hotels can arrange the excursion for you.
- Cascade Pigeons River: An easy walk along a wooded trail to a picturesque river and waterfalls. This is where you may see the endangered Rodrigues Fruit bats as well as the endangered Rodrigues Fody (less than 500 left) and the endangered Rodrigues Brush Warbler (less than 100 left).
Rodrigues Island Mauritius - Useful Information
- Passport/Visa - Valid passport and return ticket are required for all visitors.
- Medical Facilities - Medical support is okay on Rodrigues but can't be compared with Europe. Check if you your travel insurance covers Mauritius.
- Vaccinations - No vaccinations required unless you are coming from an infected area. Recommend vaccinations: Tetanus, Polio, diphteria, typhoid fever and hepatitis A.
- Clothing - Summer clothes and a rain jacket and pullover for the mountains.
- Electricity - The supply voltage is 220 Volt. Adapters can be bought everywhere.
- Language - English is the official language and local languages are Creole or French.
- Tipping - Tipping is not obligatory but is of course welcome. (10%)
- Currency - Currency is the Mauritius Rupee (MUR) 100 Cents. Banks and Hotels can change international currencies.
- Nightlife - There is not much nightlife on Rodrigues Island and nightclubs open on weekends only. Restaurants and discotheques in Port Mathurin, Anse aux Anglais or Baie aux Huitres. Performances of traditional music and dancing can be found in hotels.
Rodrigues Island Mauritius - Getting There
- By Air - Rodrigues Island does not have any international air connections. Flights from Mauritius are the only way to get to the island by air. Air Mauritius offers daily flights from Mauritius to Rodrigues. (1hrs 30min)
- By Land And Water - There are some ships that regularly travel to the island from Mauritius. The journey takes around 1 day. Tourists are generally not expected to use the ship and most of the first class cabins are utilised by government officials.
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