Mauritius is so much more than lazy days on the beach. This small island nation in the Indian Ocean packs its good share of outdoor adventures, and thanks to its compact size, you’re never too far away from an epic viewpoint, an amazing hike, or a bottle of the island’s famous rum. Here’s everything you can expect from a vacation in postcard-perfect Mauritius.
Rochester Falls, one of the island’s smaller but still beautiful waterfalls is located at the end of a four-wheel drive across sugar cane fields. Scrambling down the slippery rocks, the crashing, cool water makes for the perfect morning dip, and with only a local coconut seller for company, you won’t be bothered by crowds.