Best Beaches In Mauritius

Tourists can explore the stunning corals and inviting stretches of sand along emerald lagoons on beach hopping in Mauritius. Here’s a list of some of the best beaches in Mauritius:

1. Blue Bay Beach Mauritius

This beach is famous for its enchanting beauty and thrilling water sports. Located in the southeast part of Mauritius, this charming public beach is popular for deep blue color waters. Snorkeling in Mauritius can be enjoyed after taking a boat from the beach.

2. Flic en Flac Beach

Located towards the west of Mauritius in Albion and Tamarind village, Flic en Flac is known to be the longest beach here that provides a gripping landscape for family space. This beach attracts a large number of tourists every year.

3. Rodrigues Island

This island was named after Diogo Rodrigues who was a Portuguese explorer. The tiny island is famous for its unspoiled charm and beautiful underground caves. It features coasts made of sandy beaches and coral reefs. Ile aux Cocos island nearby has a sandy beach lined with coconut trees. The coolest month on this island is considered to be August and wettest being February.

4. Le Morne Brabant Mauritius

This enormous summit of 556 meters above sea level is surrounded by sandy beaches that provide plenty of activities like snorkeling and swimming. The beach is surrounded by picturesque lagoons and caves which attracts many tourists to this island throughout the year.

5. Pereybere Beach

Known as the cleanest beach of Mauritius, Pereybere Beach is not just popular among the tourists but it also preferred by many local residents too. Apart from the retro-bars and cars the small coast is forever teeming with lively food stalls selling kebabs and fruits and sandwiches. The beach is popularly known for its pristine white sand and turquoise blue waters.

6. La Cuvette

La Cuvette happens to be the best option for tourists willing to lodge up near the Grand Bay. This beach is located in the North West part of Mauritius. This beach is best for sunbathing and to spend leisure time amidst the perfect perfect surrounding.

7. Anse La Raie Beach

Shift the focus towards the north and get enchanted with the peaceful beach near Calodyne village in Mauritius. The beach provides several facilities like beach huts, restroom facilities, and a picnic area. One can also enjoy snorkeling and kite surfing on this beach.

8. Poudre d’Or Beach

People willing to explore the beaches for the relics of history might as well spend a day here. Apart from the blue water and greeneries, one can also observe the legendary monument of Paul & Virginie. This beach is very similar to a waterfront park and looks less like a beach. It is a good place to spend some leisure time.

9. Mont Choisy Beach

Famous for the serene turquoise water lined by an array of casuarina trees, Mont Choisy stands proudly at Pointe-aux-Canonniers. Stretching about 3 km in length, the beach is quite secluded on the weekdays but brims with visitors every weekend. One can enjoy various activities on this beach like horse riding, golfing, diving, and other water sports activities.

10. Tamarin Beach

Tourists willing to explore the beaches of Mauritius in their raw form should definitely pay a visit to the Tamarin Beach and get a glimpse of the golden white curve of the beach and majestic Black River Mountain Range at the backdrop. One can also play games like volleyball and football on this beach.

11. Riviere des Galets Beach

Sojourning amidst the crowd-pleasing Souillac and Bel Ombre at the south of Mauritius, this beach is famous for “Galets” or rocky chunks and uniquely lacks a trace of sand.  This beach barely has any sand and the whole beach is covered by small pebbles which adds to the beauty of this beach.

12.  Gris Gris Beach

People from all over the world gather here to explore the beach of Gris Gris in Mauritius. The spectacular view of heavy waves crashing in the face of mighty rocks or foothills, from the top of a cliff, can never be defined with enough words. This beach is considered to be dangerous and swimming is not recommended on this beach.