Île aux Cocos
A bird sanctuary island in the western lagoon, where white terns and noddies gather in flocks, ringed by white sand and blue-green lagoon water.
Île aux Cocos is Rodrigues' most popular day trip. The island is a nature reserve where you can see white terns, white-capped noddies and brown noddies up close. A boat from Patro Harbour on the west coast crosses the lagoon in about 45 minutes, passing the sandy islet of a seabird sanctuary (view from a distance only). Landing requires a guide and payment of an island entry fee. Boat operators usually include a barbecue lunch, and you can snorkel in the shallows beside the island.
Opening hours
Boat tours approx. 09:00–16:00
Nearby sights
- François Leguat Giant Tortoise and Cave Reserve
- Caverne Patate
- Baie aux Huîtres
- Port Mathurin
- Pointe Canon
- Saint Gabriel Church
- Île Hermitage
- Mont Limon