subject: Top Beaches In Mauritius [print this page] Mauritius Island is part of the Mascarene Islands, with the French island of Runion 200 km to the southwest and the island of Rodrigues 570 km to the northeast. The Island first ruled by Dutch and then by French. It became independent country in 1968, and has Port Louis as capital.
The languages are spoken French, English and Mauritius Creole. English is only official language, television and newspaper are covered by French. Population consists 13,00,000 Indian, African, Chinese, French.
Youre here for the beaches, and we have a total of 13. If youre anxious to go, know that December to April are generally hot and humid. June to November are the cooler, drier months. A cyclone could arrive during the warm season.
Ile aux Cerfs Beach: This is easily accessible and east coast is Island paradise called Cerf. Ile aux Cerfs Beach is located almost all around the island that sits within the lagoon near the town of Trou dEau Douce. You should have plan to visit this Island by early in day and spend whole day there. You can have great snorkeling covered black rocks.
Trou-aux-Biches Beach: This beach is accessible and fronts Trou-aux-Biches village hotel, also preferred by many people because it is identical with others and many things to do there. There is Mauritius Aquarium, hosts to hundreds of marine life, you should not forget to see Fish feeding at 11AM.
Grand Baie Beach: you have brilliant white sand of beaches and gorgeous emerald waters of Ocean. You can have everything here, hotels, shop reflecting Mauritians culture and water sports. Sunset Boulevard comes into Grand Baie Beach and here you will find a few apartments and local eateries where you can hang out. Its a real photo opportunity as the palms sway in the breeze and you can normally catch a small fishing boat in the view.
