Ile Aux Sables is a recognised nature reserve islet for a few pairs of fairy terns and setting foot on the island is forbidden. The permits required to visit ÎIe Cocos and its even smaller neighbour, Île aux Sables, can be obtained from the Administration Office (Tel 8311504) on Rue Jenner, Port Mathurin.
At Caverne Patate, in the south-west comer of the island, are some interesting caves with impressive stalagmite and stalactite formations. The requisite permit is issued at the Administration Office
A tiny island renowned for its beauty, is accessible by boat from Port Sud-Est (about 25 minutes) or Petite Butte (about 90minutes). No permits are required to visit ÎIe aux Crabes and IIe Hermitage
Ilot Cocos is an island sanctuary and breeding ground, barely 1km in length, for huge populations of sea birds: common noddies and lesser noddies are present in their thousands. Bridled tern and
Since the island's colonization in the 17th century, its thick forest cover has been destroyed by felling and intensive grazing. The secondary growth with which this has been replaced consists mostly
For Hindus this is the time of ceremonial bathing in the sea for purification, since they believe the holy water of the Ganges will be able to purify them through it. At the beaches of Albion, Belle
It is a natural base for visitors. Ponte Coton on the East Coast has the best beach on the island. There are other beaches at St. Francois, Trou d' Argent and Petit Gravier.
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