ISLAND GUIDE

Rodrigues, explained

Eight guides written by people who live here — where the beaches are, which hike is worth the morning, and what the octopus season actually means.

• Rodrigues Island travel guideStart here: beaches, tortoises, the ferry, and what it actually costs.
• The 20 best beaches in RodriguesEvery beach worth the drive, with how to reach each one.
• Viewpoints & landmarksWhere to stand for the view that made you come here.
• The 5 best hikes in RodriguesTrail by trail, with how long each one really takes.
• Scooter routes & hiking trailsRound trips that work on one tank, and where the road turns to coral.
• Île aux CocosWhat to know before you book the boat to the bird island.
• Rodriguan foodWhat to eat, and why the octopus has a season.
• Where to shopMarkets, honey, chilli and the things worth carrying home.