Coin de Mire (Gunner’s Quoin)

Coin de Mire (Gunner's Quoin), Mauritius
๐Ÿ“ North๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Year-round๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Paid (boat trip)

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This uninhabited volcanic islet off the north coast is named for its resemblance to a gun flint.

Its dramatic cliffs and surrounding waters are popular with divers and boat tours.

Access requires a permit, usually arranged through licensed tour operators.

It remains one of the more dramatic, lesser-visited landmarks off the northern coast.

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