Sandy beach, Cliff

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. [btn "Find the cheapest hotel in Mauritius" https://www.booking.com/country/mu.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-mauricius-grisgris] After a short walk along the coast, continue to the cliffs of La Roche Qui Pleure, translated as the Weeping…

Sandy beach, The Cove, For kids

The Blue Bay Marine Reserve is one of the most popular bays in southern Mauritius, with beautiful beaches and great conditions for snorkelling without having to pay for boat trips. [btn "Book a hotel in southern Mauritius" https://www.booking.com/country/mu.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-mauricius-blue-bay] Blue Bay Public Beach Much of Blue Bay is occupied by apartments and private houses, but right in the centre of Blue Bay town you'll find…

Island, Sandy beach

The fairytale island of Ile aux Cerfs covers 87 hectares just a few minutes by boat from Trou d'Eau Douce. Ile aux Cerfs is a regular stop on day cruises, but you can also take the public ferry and spend a relaxing day on its beautiful beaches or golf course. [btn "Top 10 luxury resorts in Mauritius" https://www.booking.com/country/mu.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-mauricius-cerfs] Beaches and water sports Ile aux Cerfs consists of several…

Sandy beach

Palmar is a small village and part of the municipality of Quatre Cocos. It boasts a beautiful sandy beach which is one of the most accessible and beautiful on the entire east coast. [btn "Top 10 luxury resorts in Mauritius" https://www.booking.com/country/mu.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-mauricius-palmar] Public beach and luxury resorts Palmar has a beautiful and quite large public beach of about 0.5 km with free toilets and a large grassy…

Sandy beach

The beautiful public beach of Belle Mare is one of the best on the east coast and is located near the town of Quatre Cocos. To the south, it is directly connected to the beaches of the small resort of Palmar. [btn "Compare car rental prices in Mauritius" https://www.booking.com/cars/airport/mu/mru.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-mauricius-belle-mare] The narrow strip of fine white sand is shaded by palm trees and a large park, which is very…

Resort, Sandy beach

Grand Gaube is a peaceful fishing town that is gradually turning into a resort with several luxury hotels, but also several public beaches in quiet, photogenic bays. Within the northern coast, Grand Gaube is one of the most peaceful resorts with the most authentic local atmosphere. [btn "Find hotels in Grand Gaube" https://www.booking.com/city/mu/grande-gaube.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-mauricius-grandegaube] The town has several local…

Sandy beach

Bain Boeuf is a popular public beach on the northernmost tip of Mauritius and close to the lively resort of Grand Baie. How did I like the beach and is it worth a trip here? [btn "Find hotels in Grand Gaube" https://www.booking.com/city/mu/grande-gaube.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-mauricius-bainboeuf] Swimming and beach facilities A wide belt of trees, grass and benches lines the beach from the busy road full of restaurants and shops. From…

Resort, Sandy beach

Grand Baie is one of the largest resorts in the northern half of Mauritius and a major centre for tourist services or cruises. The town is particularly ideal for those travelling around Mauritius on their own, as there are plenty of cheap apartments, plenty of shops and a large bus station. [btn "Find hotels in Grand Baie" https://www.booking.com/city/mu/grande-baie.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-mauricius-grandbaie] Beaches and swimming There…

Sandy beach, For kids

Mon Choisy is, in our opinion, the best public beach on the north coast of Mauritius. The wide beach is surrounded by a dense pine forest and is also popular for walking or jogging as the sand is nice and hard. [btn "Top 10 luxury resorts in Mauritius" https://www.booking.com/country/mu.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-mauricius-monchoisy] The longest public beach in Mauritius Mon Choisy is the longest public beach in Mauritius at almost 3 km…

Resort, Sandy beach, For kids

Trou-aux-Biches is the most popular resort in northern Mauritius and is home to the most resorts and truly beautiful long beaches ideal for relaxing. Trou-aux-Biches is often visited by tour operators from Europe, but the resort is also popular with individual travellers. The town itself is very small, but you will still find plenty of restaurants, shops and services. [btn "Top resorts in Trou-aux-Biches" https://www.booking.com/city/mu/trou…

Resort, Sandy beach

Flic en Flac is the largest and most popular resort for seaside holidays. The local area is one of the most extensive in Mauritius and the facilities in the form of shopping centres, restaurants and hotels are the best of any resort. [btn "Top resorts in Flic en Flac" https://www.booking.com/city/mu/flic-en-flacq.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-mauricius-flicflac] Long white beaches The beach system in Flic en Flac is more than 8 km long. All…

Sandy beach, Resort, Mountain, Salt Plain

Tamarin is a popular resort on the west coast, and in addition to the beaches, you can climb the famous Tourelle de Tamarin mountain or discover the still-functioning salt flats. The town is relatively small, but you'll still find a full range of facilities in the form of restaurants, street food stalls, beach equipment shops and there's even a large Super U supermarket. [btn "Top resorts in Tamarin" https://www.booking.com/city/mu/tamarin.en…

Sandy beach

The public beach of Saint Felix is located on the south coast in the town of Riviere des Galets and is, in my opinion, one of the best in this part of Mauritius. Like the other beaches, it is shaded by many mature trees, among which you will find various vendors selling snacks, ice cream or coconuts. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Mauritius" https://www.booking.com/country/mu.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-mauricius-stfelix] Great swimming, running…

Sandy beach

The peninsula on which the majestic Le Morne Brabant mountain stands is one of the most beautiful beach destinations in Mauritius. Over 3 km of fine white sand beach stretches along the entire western coast of the peninsula. [btn "Top 10 luxury resorts in Mauritius" https://www.booking.com/country/mu.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-mauricius-le-morne-beach] The entrance to the water is very gradual and safe. The waters around Le Morne Peninsula…

Sandy beach, Promenade

The famous Le Morne Kitesurfing Beach is located directly below the iconic Le Morne Brabant mountain. It is from this beach that the best views of the rock massif can be enjoyed. Surprisingly, though, Le Morne Kitesurfing Beach is very little frequented and you will always find plenty of space to yourself. [btn "View the cheapest hotels in Mauritius" https://www.booking.com/country/mu.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-mauricius-kitesurfing-beach] …

Sandy beach, For kids

La Cambuse, not very well known among tourists, has become my favourite beach. The beach is located very close to the airport (about 3 km) and I visited it by accident, when I had unplanned enough time before my flight and was trying to figure out where to go. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Mauritius" https://www.booking.com/country/mu.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-mauricius-la-cambuse] The look and facilities of the beach La Cambuse is covered…

Sandy beach, The Cove

Le Bouchon is an area on the southern coast of Mauritius still unspoilt by mass tourism. [btn "Compare car rental prices in Mauritius" https://www.booking.com/cars/airport/mu/mru.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-mauricius-le-bouchon] A beach with a village idyll It contains one small, neat village, a beautiful sandy beach with shallow water coves ideal for amateur snorkelling and an idyllic landscape of sugar cane fields. The public beach of Le…