Northern Mauritius beach holiday – famous for water sports such as water skiing, windsurfing, sailing, deep sea fishing, and para sailing. In the evenings, with a view of the sunset, the trendy bars, restaurants, and nightclubs buzz with life.
The Mauritius Aquarium is at Pointes Aux Piments; a charming coastal village in northern Mauritius.
Abundant fish and corals of Mauritius
Grand Baie/Bay Grand Bay is a shopping and leisure paradise with restaurants, bars, and discotheques. Accommodation possibilities range from luxury resorts to small holiday hotels and even guesthouses. Grand Bay is one of the best areas for sailing, windsurfing, and water skiing. The bay is also one of the favorite anchoring places for sailboats. And the meeting point for day excursions on the islets around the mainland.
Some of the northern Mauritius beaches are
Trou Aux Biches: This is a pretty white sandy beach shaded by trees. Ideal for novice snorkelers who enjoy the colorful reefs which can be easily reached from the shore.
Trou aux Biches
Mont Choisy: Stretches north from Trou Aux Biches to Grand Baie in a shiny strip of silver sand curving along a turquoise bay.
Pereybere A remarkable small cove halfway between Grand Bay and Cap Malheureux. It is one of the finest bathing spots on the island. Pereybere public beach is extremely popular because of its exceptional beach quality, its shopping facilities, and its numerous restaurants and pubs.
Bain Boeuf This beautiful white sandy beach near Pereybere is where you can enjoy the sun, sand, and sea in a laid back atmosphere with a view of Coin de Mire, also called Gunner’s Quoin Island, which lies 8 km north of Mauritius.
Poste La Fayette & Roches Noires Situated north of Flacq, these beaches are wild, authentic, and pretty; as nature intended with idyllic coves of white sand.
Attractions in Northern Mauritius
To truly enjoy a Northern Mauritius beach holiday; you should visit the many attractions on offer.
If you want to discover the origins of the Mauritian cosmopolitan culture and the soul of the Mauritian people; try a visit to L’Aventure du Sucre. This ancient sugar factory converted into an extraordinary and ultra modern exhibition space; shows the construction and evolution of the island. At the end of your visit; experience a free tasting of tempting special sugars and the local rum at the ‘Village Boutik’.
The Red roof Chapel In Cap Malheureux; the most northerly point of the island is a tiny chapel famous for its red roof; the Notre Dame Auxiliatrice is worth a quick visit. Be sure to look out for the intricate woodwork of its interiors and a holy water basin; fashioned out of a giant clam shell.
The Triolet Shivala The longest village on the island; Triolet offers an opportunity to visit the biggest Hindu temple, the Maheswarnath. First built in 1819 in honor of the Gods Shiva, Krishna, Vishnu, Muruga, Brahma, and Ganesha.
Paul et Virginie The most famous story in Mauritius and folklore; ‘Paul et Virginie’ was inspired by the shipwreck of the St Geran which came to grief just off the North East Coast. A small monument marks the spot where the boat sunk.
While Paul, the son of a slave, waits for Virginie; his sweetheart to return from overseas, her boat, the St Geran, flounders on the rocks. Paul swims out to his lover, but she modestly refuses to remove her clothing to swim back to shore with him. Eventually, her Victorian clothes drag her down into the depths and she drowns. Paul then dies of a broken heart.
Activities in northern Mauritius
Sailing Grand Baie (Bay) is the center of sailing activities. You can join a yacht tour, a catamaran cruise, or a charter privately. Conditions for sailing are usually excellent and yachts can be chartered to cruise around Mauritius. Or to visit some of the Northern offshore islands.
Kite surfing: There are wonderful spots for adventurous kite surfers in the north; Cap Malheureux and Anse La Raie.
Deep Sea Fishing Modern boats, equipped for deep sea fishing can take up to 5 persons beyond the reefs for fishing for 5 – 10 hours.
Underwater activities One of the most spectacular ways to explore the ocean bed is to go onboard a semi-submarine or a sub-scooter. You will enjoy a superb encounter with marine life and get a chance to see various wrecks dating back to the 17th century.
For those who want to experience the feeling of walking on the sea bed, an Undersea Walk will help you enjoy this safe and particular thrill, while you are feeding small fish swarming boldly around you. A unique solar powered diving system that sends a constant stream of fresh air to helmets worn by undersea explorers.
The Northern Islets
This cluster of small islets off the north coast has become a favorite stop for sailboats, catamarans, and diving groups. Snorkel off Gunner’s Coin which rises sharply above the water and harbors sea bird nests in the cliffs. Go for a picnic and swim near Flat Island and Ilot Gabriel in crystal clear water. A bit further up; one can see the striking shape of Round Island. A natural reserve area where access is restricted to protect the indigenous species of palms and reptiles that have been reintroduced. This island and its neighbor, Ile aux Serpents; are under intensive conservation management by the government and the Mauritius Wildlife Foundation.
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