Best Beaches in East Mauritius

Seemingly created by angels, Blue Bay beach lives up to its name. As its name suggests, Blue Bay boasts wonderfully clear blue waters and a lush sandy beach, all surrounded by shady casuarina trees. The sparkling waters in three shades of blue are protected by coral reefs covered in fluorescent fish. Pristine and untouched, Blue Bay is graced by a choice of bars and restaurants.

Blue Bay is also home to a marine park and is an ideal spot for snorkelling amongst the coral reefs and colourful marine life. If you want to discover its delights without getting in the water, why not take a glass-bottomed boat trip for a magical marine adventure.

Located just a few kilometres from the pretty village of Mahébourg on the south-east coast, parking at Blue Bay can be tricky, as the designated area is relatively small and populated by local traders selling fruit and other light refreshments. We recommend starting your visit in the nearby village of Mahebourg, which has a regular bus service to Blue Bay and offers the perfect opportunity to explore this charming village. It is also advisable to plan your trip on a weekday, as the area is much quieter then.

This pristine beach is one of the most beautiful beaches in Mauritius, a little gem. Meaning ‘Beautiful Sea’ in French this tranquil location is a perfect place to enjoy warm, luxurious sand and swim in clear blue seas. Mauritius’ longest beach - stretching from the village of Belle Mare to Trou-d’Eau Douce - is a beauty and so free of people in the week that it looks exactly like a computer screensaver. The south-east coastal gem remains untouched with stretched, silky-soft sand across casuarina trees.

The region is not overly developed with only a small handful of hotels and expensive villas, making it a popular destination for nature lovers as the miles of beaches and surrounding tree lines offer great opportunities for exploration. If you want to experience some peace and tranquillity in a delightfully unspoilt setting then head to Belle Mare Beach, you will not be disappointed.

Dip into the warm, diamond blue ocean or indulge in peacefulness as you take a ride on a horse into the horizon of Mauritius paradise. Sand and seafloor can vary dramatically according to location but as a rule of thumb, the southern parts are less rocky than the north and are where the food vendors like to hang out.

Undoubtedly one of the most beautiful spots on Mauritius. Take a day trip to a tropical paradise of pristine waters, talcum-white beaches and countless water sports. This shallow shoreline is ideal for little ones who want to dive. Ile aux Cerfs is a stunningly beautiful island just off the east coast of Mauritius. Its 87 hectares are an intoxicating mix of white sandy beaches, lush green forests and turquoise lagoons. Most visitors prefer to sunbathe on this veritable paradise, but take the opportunity to explore the rich and varied marine life that abounds in and around the surrounding coral reefs. It boasts the best golf course on the island and the most heavenly views! This gem is located on the east coast, a 15-minute drive from Trou d'Eau Douce.

If you want a quieter and slightly different Mauritian beach experience then take the time to seek out Poste Lafayette beach. Surrounded by volcanic rocks, this beach exudes rustic authenticity and tropical landscapes. Discover this enchanting white-sand beach on the south-east coast of Mauritius. It's ideal for a day's kitesurfing.

 =Also known as Jalsa Beach, Poste Lafayette can be found approximately 500m from the tourist resort of Constance Prince Maurice. Despite this location, the beach can often be very quiet, providing the perfect opportunity to explore its natural, unspoilt beauty.

The actual sandy part of the beach is relatively small and prone to strong winds, which makes it great for surfers, but large waves and strong currents means it isn’t suitable for other water-based activities, including swimming, which keeps many visitors away.

However, this makes Poste Lafayette the perfect gem from which to explore volcanic rock surroundings, shallow coral reefs and mangrove swamps. Take advantage of this tranquil, natural environment, unspoilt by the usual tourist paraphernalia, to discover and relax; you may even find one of the many tiny islands scattered amongst the mangrove trees on which to enjoy a serene couple of hours.

Roche Noire is a little slice of paradise that is unaffected by large-scale tourism and big crowds. Although not suitable for kids and inexperienced swimmers due to the strong waves that collide with the volcanic rocks, Roche Noire’s water conditions make it an ideal spot for windsurfing and kayaking.