Sir Gaëtan Duval Airport – RRG Rodrigues
Sir Gaëtan Duval Airport is a public airport situated near Plaine Corail in Rodrigues, Mauritius. The airport serves Port Mathurin and its nearby cities. It is named after a previous deputy Mauritian prime minister, Sir Charles Gaëtan Duval. Before the airport was renamed in 2007, it was known as the Plaine Corail Airport. The Airport of Rodrigues Ltd. is the one in-charge of operating the airport. Aside from Air Mauritius who is handling flights to the main airport of Mauritius, an airline named Air Austral is also having seasonal flights going to Pierrefonds Airport in Réunion.
Best Time to Visit
Sir Gaëtan Duval Airport is a medium-sized airport with only one operational runway. Passengers can grab their snacks and drinks at the food counter in the public hall. Local handicraft products that can be used as souvenirs are available at the SMEDA outlet at the entrance of the check-in hall. Arriving and departing passengers can buy luxury items in the duty-free outlet located at the airport. Baie du Nord, La Ferme,and Rodrigues Island are the only cities surrounding RRG Rodrigues.
What to Do & Area Attractions
The lack of area to rest on in Sir Gaëtan Duval Airport makes travelers look for a cozy place to spend the night. A lot of RRG Rodrigues hotels and accommodationsare available in the cities near the airport. Experience a luxurious stay at Le Repaire, it is perched atop a hillside and gives guests beautiful views of the ocean and Port Mathurin. The place has a private outdoor swimming pool and a terrace that the guests will surely love. Its rooms have free Wi-Fi and have amazing views of the pool especially at night. If you want a simple but wonderful stay, Gombrani Lodge is the right place. The place boasts its garden and ocean views. Gombrani Lodgealso has an outdoor pool, a shared lounge, a bar and some barbecue facilities that you can use for free. Guests at accommodation can enjoy a continental breakfast every morning. Bike and car rental service is also available.
