The beautiful beach of Gris Gris is unique thanks to the black rocks that are crashed by the violent waves of the Indian Ocean. It is the strong sea currents and large waves that make it unsuitable for swimming.

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After a short walk along the coast, continue to the cliffs of La Roche Qui Pleure, translated as the Weeping Face. If a big wave comes in, one of the rocks of the outcrop resembling a face looks like it is crying.

The area around Gris Gris Beach invites short walks along the cliffs and reflective thoughts as you look out over the churning ocean.

Gris Gris beach forms the southernmost point of the island of Mauritius and is located on the outskirts of the town of Souillac.

The beach can be reached by car and parked in the free car park.

The nearest bus station in the centre of Souillac is 1,300 metres away and buses run from here to destinations such as:

• Riviere des Anguilles - lines 6, 6A, 6B, 7, 10, 129, 133, 197 (every 5-10 minutes)
• L'Escalier, Plaine Magnien, Mahébourg - line 10 (every 20 minutes)
• Surinam, Riviere des Galets - lines 6, 6A, 10, 133, 197 (every 10-15 minutes)
• Bel Ombre, Baie du Cap - line 133 (every 45 minutes)
• Curepipe - line 6, 6A, 133 (every 20-40 minutes)
• Port Louis - line 197 (once an hour)

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