Pont Naturel in Mauritius is a natural rock formation that was shaped into a bridge by the force of nature several thousand years ago.
It’s one of the top attractions to see in Mauritius for those who want to explore the rugged landscape of the south coast.
The road leading there is very bumpy so you’ll need a 4×4 if you don’t want to end up with a flat tire.
My preferred way to get there is to walk from La Cambuse Beach or Le Bouchon Beach, which is perfect for soaking in the gorgeous coastal views.
The best part is that the hike is very easy and mostly flat, making it suitable for all fitness levels.
If you’d like to visit, read this guide for everything you need to know about Pont Naturel, including how to get there from La Cambuse and Le Bouchon.
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How to get to Pont Naturel?
Pont Naturel is located on the south coast of Mauritius, about a 20-minute drive from the airport or a little over one hour from Port Louis, the capital city of Mauritius.
You can find the exact location on Google Maps here.
Keep in mind that the road leading there is full of potholes so if you’d like to drive there, it’s best to hire a 4×4 vehicle (you can check rates for a car hire here).
Tip: If you’re looking for a fun activity to do, you can book this quad bike tour of the south coast which includes visits to Pont Naturel, La Cambuse Beach, and Le Bouchon Beach.
If you don’t have a 4×4 vehicle, you can instead walk to Pont Naturel. Below I’ll explain in detail how to walk there from La Cambuse and Le Bouchon.
From La Cambuse Beach
The hike starts at La Cambuse, a long white-sand beach lined with casuarina trees. Although the water looks stunning, it’s not recommended to swim there due to the strong current.
Make your way to the right side of the beach where you’ll find a trail going uphill.
The trail is well-beaten and easy to follow so you can do this hike with kids. Just keep in mind that there isn’t much shade along the way so be sure to put on sunscreen.
At one point, the trail curves to the right and you’ll see a river and a small bridge. On certain days, you might even see some cows and goats around here.
From there, you just need to keep following along the trail until you reach Le Bouchon Beach.
In total, it should take around 30 minutes to walk from La Cambuse to Le Bouchon.
From Le Bouchon Beach
If you’d like to begin your hike at Le Bouchon, make your way to the right side of the beach toward the tall trees.
Note: There’s no designated parking lot at Le Bouchon but you can leave your car anywhere on the beach.
After about a 5-minute walk, you’ll reach a paved road. Turn left here and continue along the paved road until you reach an intersection where you’ll have to turn left again.
The paved road then makes way to a dirt track flanked by sugar cane and banana tree plantations.
Once you reach the end of the dirt track, turn right and keep walking under the canopy of trees until you reach a sugar cane field.
Turn left here and follow the trail until you reach a big metal gate, which is the entrance to Ilot Brocus.
Don’t go into Ilot Brocus as you need authorization to visit. Instead, keep walking along the trail for a further 500 meters until you see a narrow path on your left.
The path runs alongside an old stone wall and eventually opens up to the ocean. From there, you need to turn right and a few minutes later, you’ll finally arrive at Pont Naturel.
It should take around 30 minutes to walk from Le Bouchon to Pont Naturel. If you’re coming from La Cambuse, the total hike duration should be around 1 hour.
Keep in mind that the sea is usually rough here so swimming isn’t advisable. Also, make sure to not get too close to the cliff edge to avoid being swept by the waves.
People usually walk across the bridge to take photos but I wouldn’t recommend it if the waves are too high.
During my recent visit in April 2024, the waves were about 6 meters, which was a lot higher than usual.
Other places to visit nearby
Le Souffleur
If you have more energy left, you can keep walking to Le Souffleur, another stunning natural attraction.
This area attracts tourists mainly due to the spectacular blowhole effect created by the waves crashing against the cliffs.
You can find out how to visit Le Souffleur here.
Gris Gris Beach
Located about 45 minutes away, Gris Gris Beach is another cool spot to admire the waves crashing against the cliffs. There’s also a nature trail that leads to “La Roche Qui Pleure” and three waterfalls, two of which flow directly into the ocean.
Mauritius Seven Pyramids
Although they can’t compare to those of Egypt, the pyramids in Mauritius also deserve a spot on your list of things to do in Mauritius.
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