What are the best beaches in Mauritius?

Pereybere Beach – Small but Spectacular

A boutique-feeling beach stretch just south of Grand Baie, Pereybere combines crystalline water with a laid-back vibe. The bay is perfect for a romantic swim, and staying nearby means easy access to fine dining and chic cafés for sunset cocktails.

Highlights: great swimming, close to luxe northern resorts.

Île aux Cerfs – Private Island Magic

Just offshore from the east coast of Mauritius, this is less a beach and more a private tropical playground: fine white sandbars jutting into pristine waters, beach bars for lazy lunches, options for water sports and coral-reef swims. The rocks that add to its photogenic quality also make this a good spot for snorkelling. It’s a picture of luxury and a perfect day trip on a honeymoon itinerary. Or an option for keen golfers with its championship golf course. (But don’t go there hoping for a moment of island solitude!)

You can also stay here at Le Touessrok Resort & Spa

Highlights: Catamaran cruises, snorkelling, championship golf

And the east coast contender for the best beach on Mauritius title?

Belle Mare Plage – Quiet Refinement on the East Coast

Belle Mare Plage is not a beach that shouts for attention. Stretching for miles along Mauritius’s east coast , this is one of the island’s most expansive and graceful beaches where the white coral sand beach meets a wide lagoon with an unhurried atmosphere that feels effortlessly refined.

Mornings here are particularly special. Sunrise bring soft golden light and calm water, ideal for swimming or an unhurried beach walk before breakfast.

Even in peak season, Belle Mare rarely feels busy:  its sense of space is one of its greatest luxuries.

The lagoon is generally excellent for swimming, paddleboarding and snorkelling, however trade winds can freshen in the afternoons at certain times of year. Evenings here are deliberately low-key, more candlelit dinners than beach bars and nightlife.

For honeymooners and couples seeking serenity, polish, and privacy over spectacle, it’s a quietly rewarding choice.

Highlights:

• One of  longest and most spacious beaches
• Beautiful sunrise light and peaceful mornings
• Calm lagoon for swimming and paddleboarding
• Refined, tranquil atmosphere suited to honeymooners
• Two top golf courses
• Breezier afternoons in winter; minimal nightlife

Family-Friendly & Fun Beaches on Mauritius

While Mauritius is famed for romantic escapes, it also has brilliant beaches where kids can splash, snorkel and play.

Flic en Flac – Classic Family Sunshine Spot

One of Mauritius’s longest, softest beaches, Flic en Flac on the Mauritius West Coast offers shallow, sheltered waters thanks to its offshore coral reef.  (So it’s also good for diving and snorkelling). The lagoon is perfect for safe swimming with youngsters!

The atmosphere is relaxed and sociable, with space for beach games, snorkelling, and sunset strolls. In the evenings, families gather for spectacular sunset views and casual beach dinners.

While it lacks the luxury and romance of some east-coast beaches, it excels as a flexible, enjoyable base for families. Plus the west coast is protected from the summer trade winds and tends to also be a little warmer in winter!

Highlights:

• Shallow, protected lagoon for safe swimming
• Long beach ideal for walks and play
• Amazing west-coast sunsets
• Relaxed, informal atmosphere
• Well suited to families and multi-gen trips

Mont Choisy – Gentle Waves, Plenty of Space

Stretching long and wide in the north-west, Mont Choisy Beach is beloved by families. The water stays shallow well out, making it ideal for toddlers and teens alike. As a bonus, shade-giving casuarina trees line parts of the beach for afternoon picnics.

Perfect for: Picnics, casual beach days and little ones learning to swim.

Blue Bay – Snorkel Wonderland

Just south of Mahebourg in the South-east of Mauritius, this area includes the Blue Bay Marine Park:  a highlight for families who want to introduce kids to snorkelling. It is celebrated for the unbelievably vibrant colour of the water, alive with colourful fish and coral gardens, ideal for a calm, educational dip in the shallows.

Paradis is probably the best beach in the south.

Perfect for: Snorkelling with kids, educational eco experiences, gentle waters.