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Francois Leguat Giant Tortoise & Cave Reserve - Rodrigues
Visit to the Reserve & Cave | Giant Tortoise | Optional Lunch
Francois Leguat Giant Tortoise & Cave Reserve - Rodrigues
8.7 | 20Reviews
Purchase Includes
François Leguat Giant Tortoise & Cave Reserve
- 90-Min Guided Tour
- Optional Lunch (11:00 - 15:30):
Details:
- Session time: Monday - Sunday at 09:30 or 10:30 or 13:30 or 14:30
- Lunch time: 11:00 - 15:30
- Validity: Voucher is valid for 60 days as from date of purchase
- What you should bring: Comfortable shoes, sunscreen, hat, camera, binoculars
About
Welcome to our reserve, where you can have the unique experience of discovering what Rodrigues was like 300 years ago, before the island was colonised. Since then, all of the native forest of Rodrigues has disappeared and many species of plants and animals have become extinct while many others are still threatened, making Rodrigues one most environmentally devastated ecosystems in the world. This 20-hectare nature reserve, which until recently was almost entirely over-run with introduced plants, is an ongoing conservation project, working on re-wilding the lowland savanah of this area; planting shrubs and trees that once grew here and reintroducing key animal species to recreate the lost links between flora and fauna that make up this unique ecosystem.
As you follow the 2km-long through the reserve, surrounded by the emerging forest and some very rare plants, you will be able to imagine yourself back in time, with the luxuriant greenery a stark contrast to the rest of the island, a reminder of man's destructive impact on his environment. you can stroll amongst giant tortoises, which were once present in large numbers, see the rare Rodrigues fruit bat and take a guided tour of the magnificent caves, unique to this area of the island.
Best place to visit in Rodrigues..very well maintained and nice view of the tortoise and for nature loving people..it is highly recommended to visit this place with family and friends. Welcoming staff
Mudun Bujun Urvashi
We had a great time, the visit is totally worth it! The guide (Wayne) made the visit really fun and kept us engaged! One should definitely explore this amazing place when coming to Rodrigues!
Ashna Gangoo
We had paid for 3 course meal but received only 1 course.....when asked they replied some communication gap between thr internal management (reception to restaurant team)
Supervisor Pennsley was rude
ALI HUSSAIN Icecandywala
This is a 10 KM walk and very tiring with kids
Priyanka Chutturdharry
Good atmosphere and good service. Could have been better if some accomodations would be made to prevent the heat.
Carol Moutousamy
It was an amazing experience. It felt like I was in Jurassic Park. I recommend you visit the reserve during your stay in Rodrigues.
Tia na
Très belle aventure à la découverte d'une partie de l'histoire de Rodrigues et des espèces qui y habitent. Nous avons eu de très bons guides qui nous ont accompagné pendant les deux heures de marche.
Maeva Ravina
Activité à ne pas manquer si vous êtes de passage à Rodrigues. Une réserve riche en histoire et en surprise.
Le guide maîtrise son sujet et raconte des anecdotes avec le sourire.
Stephanie Cotte
un peu déçue penser voir des tortue géant mais malgré cela la guide été super
Louvet Francine
The guide provided us with loads of knowledgeful information about the place. It was a unique experience. The turtles are indeed in good hands. Highly recommended.
Farheen Ajaree Katoaroo
Loved it memorable visit and interaction highly recommended
Khusmanda Chinnayya
Great visit and discovery of the amazing tortoises
Sarah Ganachaud
Good to know about Rodrigues Island history & animals on the island. Great landscapes including valleys & caves. Can be a treat for kids & animal lovers. Main attraction would be the giant tortoises.
Prithvi Sookur
The guide was super nice and well informed. Great place
Hossenkhan Urusha
Excellent presentation by the guides.
Food was excellent also.
A must visit place if you are going to Rodrigues.
Ian Ungamootoo
Had an amazing experience with family
Asha Mohiputloll
An educative place to be explored with your family and friends. A big thanks to the tour guides and the waiter who contributed to our journey at Francois Léguât Reserve.
Rajyata Mohabir
recommended ! a nice experience in Rodrigues
Karuna Seegoolam
Had fun with my husband and daughter there, we enjoyed the visit, Visited the museum as well, very interesting, i would like to thank the guide, he is excellent, we had a great time.
Nehra
Had fun with the kids.
Nice walk with the tortoises.
Nice view with the paille en queue.
Cave visit a bit long.
Johanna
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- (MU) 263-2769 or (WhatsApp) 5259-5358
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