Mauritius
Port Mathurin
Port Mathurin is a small town on the northern coast of Rodrigues Island in the Indian Ocean, serving as the administrative and economic center of Mauritius's Rodrigues region. Home to most of the island's population and its main port, it serves as the gateway for travelers to Rodrigues.
Updated August 15, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors
- Gateway airport
- Sir Gaëtan Duval Airport (RRG)
- Best season
- Jun–Nov
- Time zone
- Indian/Mauritius
- Sights covered
- 7 places
Sights worth seeing
Nature
Rodrigues
Rodrigues is an outlying island of Mauritius in the Indian Ocean, centered on the town of Port Mathurin. It takes its current name from a Portuguese explorer who discovered the island in 1507.
Nature
Hermitage Island
This small island lies southwest of Port Sud-Est on Rodrigues Island. Legends of buried treasure have made it a popular spot with travelers.
Temples & religious sites
St. Gabriel Cathedral, Rodrigues
This Catholic cathedral stands in the village of Saint-Gabriel on Rodrigues, an island of Mauritius, and serves as the seat of the Diocese of Rodrigues. It's a quiet church found on a small island in the Mascarene archipelago.
Nature
Mont Malartic
Mont Malartic is the second-highest peak on Rodrigues Island, with a trail leading to the summit that makes for a good trekking route. Its forest is also known as a habitat for rare surviving land snails.
Nature
Mont Limon
Mont Limon is the highest point on Rodrigues, an island belonging to Mauritius, offering sweeping views of the entire island. It's a great spot to enjoy open scenery while trekking.
Nature
Cat Island
Cat Island is a small island in the Indian Ocean south of Rodrigues, surrounded by coral reefs. It's a favorite spot for travelers who enjoy diving and snorkeling.
Nature
Rivière Tamarin
This river flows through southwestern Mauritius, originating from the country's largest lake and passing Tamarin Falls before reaching the Indian Ocean. Along its roughly 12-kilometer course, you can enjoy scenic waterfalls and valley views.
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Family travel
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Central & near stations
Where to stay in Port Mathurin to be central and close to bus transit
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Best time to visit
The best time to visit Port Mathurin: seasonal weather and travel guide
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First-time guide
First-Timer Guide to Port Mathurin: Town Layout, Transport, and Practical Tips
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Getting around
How to Get Around Port Mathurin and Rodrigues Island
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