If you still wonder where to go on the next trip, then you really should consider the tropical island of Mauritius. Whether it is a June or December, on this island you will always have a really good sunbathing time.

The island of Mauritius is located in the Indian Ocean somewhere near Madagascar. It is famous for the beautiful beaches, the sandy shores and the great ambient. Because of the location of Mauritius island, here you can find some unique flora and fauna.

It doesn’t matter if you are chasing some adventure in water sports, or you are just that kind of person that loves to relax on the sunny beaches and drink cocktails, Mauritius is a perfect destination for you. The azure waters mixed with the light sand, and the picturesque, breathtaking sunsets are making this places even more amazing. Do some research but have this in mind, you will not be disappointed if you visit this place.

Ile aux Cerfs

This is one of the most famous beaches in Mauritius. To get an access to this beach, you must do it with a boat trip which is easy to arrange on this island. The beach is decorated with white sands, lagoons, azure sea and palm trees. You can also find some restaurants and bars here, there is even a bazaar where you can buy all the exotic and native fruits for an unforgettable time.

Top 5 Beaches in Mauritius

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Grand Bay

Grand Bay is a beach located 25 km north-west from the capital city Port Louis. There are many activities that you can do if you visit this bay. You can go safe swimming, do some water sports, go diving or even underwater sea walk and other endless things.

Top 5 Beaches in Mauritius

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Gris Gris

Gris Gris is a beach located in the south part of the Mauritius Island. Despite other beaches on this island, Gris Gris has no reefs near the shore, so the Indian Ocean waves are free to hit the cliffs nearby as hard as they want to. Because of that this beach is not suitable for swimming.

Top 5 Beaches in Mauritius

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Tamarin Bay

Tamarin Bay is located in the west coast of the island. It is a place very popular for tourists. To get on this beach you need to cross one bridge. Once here, you will never want to leave this place. During the day the beach is full of life. The visitors are having great fun in the waters and white sands. During the night, this beach transforms in something even better. Bon fires everywhere, great stories told by the visitors gathered together under the moonlight listening to the calm evening waters.

Top 5 Beaches in Mauritius

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Blue Bay, Mauritius

Blue Bay is settled in the south part of the Mauritius Island. The sand is so soft and white, decorated with great lagoons. Near this bay you can find unique types of fish and an exotic coral reef. If you would like to join an adventure, just pick one. You can do some great water sports, windsurfing, kayaking, snorkeling, fishing, diving and other things you can thing of.

Top 5 Beaches in Mauritius

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