Many beautiful beaches

The beaches of Mauritius are frequently the first aspect of the island that comes to mind for visitors. It is a typical tropical island, tucked away to the east of Madagascar and encircled by the warm Indian Ocean. It has approximately 160 kilometers of shoreline that are filled with picture-perfect beaches, impressive volcanic peaks, and lush flora.

Every region of the island has its own "type" of beach. You can find the typical white sand/azure water beaches that are featured on travel brochures in the north. No matter which option you go with—Belle Mare, Troy aux Biches, or Mont Choisy—you can't go wrong. Since the east coast is more rugged, you are more likely to come across a quiet, little beach there. The best beach around is Blue Bay beach. For surfers, the south is wilder and finest. A traditional favorite is Gris-Gris. You can also discover lengthy, deserted beaches with golden sand in the west.