Mauritius’ visual splendor is undeniable. With its location in the middle of the Indian Ocean, its mixed ethnic heritage, dramatic geography and unique natural phenomena, it’s a photographer’s dream subject. We challenge you to keep your jaw closed while ogling these 15 incredible photos of Mauritius.

Water lilies at Pamplemousse Gardens (Shutterstock)
The leaves of the giant Victoria amazonica water lily can reach up to 3 meters (9 feet) in diameter.

Black River Gorges National Park, Mauritius (Shutterstock)
Black River Gorges National Park

Crystal Rock (Shutterstock)
The “floating” Crystal Rock

Le Morne Brabant mountain (Shutterstock)
Aerial view of Le Morne Brabant

A surfer riding a wave (Shutterstock)
Surf’s up!

The underwater world (Shutterstock)
Fish at a coral reef

Ocean reflection (Shutterstock)
The ocean at dusk

A woman working at a tea plantation (Shutterstock)
Working at a tea plantation

Alexandra Falls (Shutterstock)
Alexandra Falls