Best Beaches & Diving

This collection spans the main island of Mauritius and the more remote Rodrigues, highlighting a mix of accessible shorelines and secluded coves. It features destinations like Trou d’Argent and Anse Bouteille, which are reachable only by coastal hiking trails. The list also includes specialized infrastructure for scuba diving and kite surfing on the southeastern reefs of Rodrigues, alongside the calm, sheltered waters of La Cuvette in the north of Mauritius.

La Cuvette Public Beach

Sheltered sandy beach in northern Mauritius near Grand Baie, known for calm waters and a lack of coral.

Trou d'Argent

Secluded cove on the eastern coast of Rodrigues enclosed by limestone cliffs. Reachable via a coastal hike from Saint François.

Anse Bouteille

Small, sheltered sandy cove on the eastern shore of Rodrigues, accessible via the coastal trail between Graviers and Saint François.

Rodrigues Diving

Dive center located on the south coast of Rodrigues, providing access to the island's lagoon and outer reef sites.

Grand Bay Beach

Quiet coastal area on the northern shore of Rodrigues near the village of Grand Baie, featuring shallow lagoon waters.

Osmosis

Kite surfing school situated at Mourouk on the southeastern coast of Rodrigues, utilizing the steady trade winds and shallow lagoon.

Cotton Dive Center

Scuba diving facility based at Pointe Coton on the eastern coast of Rodrigues, offering equipment and boat excursions to nearby reef sites.