Rochester Falls
Souillac · Savanne
Rochester Falls lies in the south of Mauritius, 2.5 kilometres from Souillac. The water drops ten metres down a face of jagged rectangular rocks, which gives the place its outline. The falls have served as a backdrop in numerous Bollywood films.
At a glance
- Sports and activities
- Swimming, picnicking
What sets it apart
The rock face is what sets these falls apart: angular blocks, as crisp as masonry, from the top of which the water reaches the pool. People swim here on hot days, and the surroundings lend themselves to a picnic.
Highlights
- A ten-metre waterfall
- A face of jagged rectangular rocks
- Swimming at the foot of the falls
- A backdrop in numerous Bollywood films
- 2.5 kilometres from Souillac
Good to know
- Bring swimwear, a towel and a camera.
- Avoid visiting during or just after heavy rain: the ground becomes slippery and the water can rise.
Getting there
The falls are reached from Souillac, 2.5 kilometres away. During and after heavy rain the ground becomes slippery and the water level can rise.
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