Known for its pristine white-sand beaches and reputation as ... and dramatic geographical spectacle near Mauritius. Seeing the dramatic underwater waterfall inspires travelers to explore the ...

It is, in fact, sand from the Mauritius beaches being forced off the shelf by currents in the ocean. This underwater waterfall is not the only natural phenomenon that has baffled travellers.

While the photograph is authentic, the "underwater waterfall" is the result of an optical illusion. As explained in a CNN Travel story from August 2019, "Sand and silt on the ocean floor run ...

Le Morne Mauritius Underwater Waterfall The seemingly cliff-like drop-off is not any deeper than the surrounding area. We can thank the sand and silt deposits for giving off that effect.

An absolute must-do for any visitor however, is a helicopter flight over the ‘underwater waterfall ... spas and private beaches to eco-lodges and glamping. One of Mauritius’ most distinctive ...

Mauritius and its surrounding islands were formed by volcanic activity, resulting in a shallow submarine shelf that plunges to depths of over 4,000 meters ...

Le Morne Brabant, a basaltic mountain rising 556 meters in the southwest of Mauritius, overlooks a landscape of striking natural beauty. More than a scenic landmark, it is a powerful symbol of the ...

READ MORE: Whitstable beach: Tips for a day at beautiful British beach Underwater Waterfall, Mauritius Just off the coast of Mauritius’ Le Morne sits an out-of-this-world experience.

The extraordinary underwater waterfall illusion at Le Morne. Picture: Instagram. Beyond its stunning beaches, Mauritius is a melting pot of cultures, showcasing influences from Indian, African ...

On the southwestern point of Mauritius is a crazy-looking phenomenon. When viewed from the air (either in real life or in Google Earth) it appears to be an underwater waterfall! Of course ...