Top Beaches In Mauritius

“Beaches..”, this is what most foreigners will reply if you ask them the reasons they will visit Mauritius! Our island has among the top beaches around the world. White sands, turquoise waters, beautiful seascape, and fantastic coasts. Mauritius has around 20km of public coasts. We have lost most of our coasts due to economic and residential developments like bungalows, villas, and hotels. There are several beaches but of course, not all are classified among the best to visit. Mauritians spend their time at the beach mostly on Sundays. Hence, expect most of these famous beaches to be crowded. The following list will state the top famous beaches in Mauritius which you can consider in your aquatic plans:

Trou Aux Biches

Trou Aux Biches
Popular for its beautiful water and often crowded with campers, Trou Aux Biches is a nice place to swim and to have a nice time.

Mont Choisy

Mont Choisy
It is the longest beach in the North of Mauritius, widely frequented by campers too and very famous for its turquoise water.

La Cuvette

La Cuvette
Small and most of the time it is crowded but an amazing beach in Grand-Baie to spend a marvelous time with your family and friends.

La Cambuse

La Cambuse
A well-known site to admire the South coasts. If you want a place to resource yourself, La Cambuse is a must!

Pereybere

Pereybere
A very popular beach in the North to enjoy. However, it is very crowded as well, thus, do get there early as possible for space.

Butte à L’Herbe

Butte à L'Herbe
Located on a small islet near Calodyne, in the North, Butte à L’Herbe has become famous for some years for campers mainly.

Saint Félix

Saint Félix
It is among the few beaches in the South of Mauritius where you can swim. Saint Félix is a spot to not be missed.

Belle Mare

Belle Mare
The longest beach in the East of Mauritius! Belle Mare needs no introduction, the best to watch the sunrise and it has gorgeous water.

Blue Bay

Blue Bay
Located close to the Marine Protected Area, in the South, Blue Bay has been classified among the top beaches in the world.

Poste LaFayette

Poste LaFayette
With its dangerous waves where it is prohibited to swim, Poste LaFayette also has a part with calm water where you can enjoy.

Gris-Gris

Gris-Gris
Located in the South, it is not a place to swim but it has a beautiful beach to walk, relax, and appreciate the seascape around.

Flic En Flac

Flic En Flac
The most famous beach in the West, and also the longest in the region. Fantastic beach to swim in and even to watch the sunset.

Other Beaches To Consider In Mauritius

Apart from the list above, here are other beaches to take into consideration during your holidays: Le Morne, Pointe D’Esny, Le Bouchon, Bénares, Bain Boeuf, Anse la Raie, Pointe Aux Cannoniers, La Prarie, La Pruneuse, and Tamarin.

The Sea Is Calling, You Must Go…

Always protect nature while going to the beach. Do not litter and report those who are doing it to the police of the environment. Our beaches are the main ingredients to boost our tourism sector. Thus, leave footprints of love on the sands and not your plastic bottles or any garbages.

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Ali Jareehag

Author: Ali J | Last Updated: December 19, 2022

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