Île aux Bénitiers & Crystal Rock
Île aux Bénitiers
A small coconut-palm island in the outer lagoon of Le Morne, with the isolated "Crystal Rock" standing in the sea nearby as a classic photo spot.
Located in the southwest lagoon, on the north side of the Le Morne peninsula, the island is a quiet, natural place with coconut palms and white sand. It is often the lunch and barbecue stop on catamaran or speedboat day trips. In the shallows off the island stands a coral rock called Crystal Rock, eroded by waves into the shape of a mushroom. Boat operators will stop so that visitors can stand in the shallow water and take photos. Trips usually depart from La Gaulette or Tamarin and can be combined with dolphin watching and snorkeling (half-day to full-day). The island has basic facilities, so bring your own sunscreen and drinking water.
Opening hours
Depends on the boat tour
Nearby sights
- Chamarel Seven Coloured Earth
- Le Morne Brabant
- Chamarel Waterfall
- Rhumerie de Chamarel
- Underwater Waterfall
- Black River Peak
- Tamarin Bay (Dolphin Watching)
- Black River Gorges National Park