Mauritius route: Underwater Waterfall to Le Morne Brabant
Explore Mauritius across 78.8 km connecting four remarkable locations: the optical illusion of the Underwater Waterfall off the southwest coast, the pristine beaches of Flic En Flac, the capital Port Louis, and the dramatic cliffs of Le Morne Brabant. This route showcases the island's most distinctive natural and cultural landmarks within a 116-minute journey.
- Distance
- 78.8 km
- Duration
- 15 h 45 min
- Mode
- route
- Start
- Underwater Waterfall, Mauritius
- End
- Le Morne Brabant, Mauritius
- Stops
- 4
- Video author
- travmap
- Updated
Stops on this route
- Underwater Waterfall, Mauritius — Optical illusion where sand deposits create the appearance of water cascading down an underwater cliff, visible from above near the island's southwestern coast.
- Flic En Flac, Mauritius — Long sandy beach on the island's west coast known for calm turquoise waters, water sports, and proximity to vibrant seaside villages and restaurants.
- Port Louis, Mauritius
- Le Morne Brabant, Mauritius — UNESCO-protected mountain peninsula rising dramatically from the southern coast, historically significant as a refuge for escaped enslaved people during colonial times.
Useful for your trip
- Timing
- Visit Anse Source D'Argent beach before 10:00 a.m. to avoid crowds and experience the beach peacefully.
- Avoid
- Avoid swimming at Anse Source D'Argent at low tide as the water becomes very shallow, making swimming difficult.
- Timing
- Visit Victoria Falls between February and May when the river floods for maximum spray reaching 400m high and visible from 50km away.
- Timing
- Visit Lake Natron between August and October to see millions of lesser flamingos laying eggs on salt islands.
- Tip
- Climb Dune 7 in Namibia; there is a small entrance fee which helps protect the environment and maintain the area.
- Tip
- Walk the 14 km cliff path in Hermanus to spot whales; listen for the whale crier's kelp horn to know when whales are nearby.
- Tip
- Take boat rides from Walvis Bay to see dolphins, seals, and whales; seals sometimes jump into the boat.
- Timing
- Best time to visit Omo Valley is June to September when weather is ideal for exploring the cultural communities.
- Timing
- Visit Anse Lazio early in the morning for peaceful beauty; it's a non-motorized beach since 2024 with lifeguards during the day.
- Tip
- Experience Underwater Waterfall in Mauritius via helicopter tour over Limour Peninsula to see sand and silt being carried off the ocean shelf by currents.
Video on this route
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