Top 10 Free Things to do in Mauritius, Mauritius

July 19, 2021 Kelli Reichel

Mauritius is arguably Africa’s wealthiest destination, a tropical paradise with tons to do. Port Louis, the modern capital of this 38-mile by 29-mile island, is a bustling port with a revitalized waterfront and a busy market. But most visitors gravitate toward resort areas such as Mont Choisy, quiet Trou-aux-Biches and the more bustling Flic en Flac, popular with scuba divers. Rivière Noire is ideal for those looking for great deep-sea fishing.
Restaurants in Mauritius

1. Belle Mare Beach

Belle Mare, Mauritius
Excellent
81%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 236 reviews

Belle Mare Beach

Reviewed By ianoakey81 - Liverpool, United Kingdom

Probably the best beach I’ve ever been to! So beautiful sand and sea. Shallows to swim or play in with safety buoys and rope to help you avoid going out too far. There’s lots of parking spaces available as well as ample room under the trees just off the beach for picnicking or games.

2. Black River Gorges National Park

Mauritius +230 203 1900 http://npcs.govmu.org/English/Pages/NPCS%20Updated/Black-River-Gorges-National-Parks.aspx
Excellent
53%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,007 reviews

Black River Gorges National Park

This 6,574-hectacre natural reserve is filled with hiking trails to observe the indigenous forests and variety of wildlife.

Reviewed By jylSussex

If the natural world, viewpoints, waterfalls are your thing then definitely set aside time to explore this park. It is possible to experience the highlights in one day, but for a more in depth experience allow longer. We spent 6 days exploring the area doing several well marked hiking trails, visiting waterfalls, the 7 coloured earths, the Ebony forest, the rum distillery at Chamarel and doing several scenic drives.

3. Le Morne Beach

Southwest Mauritius, Mauritius
Excellent
65%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 629 reviews

Le Morne Beach

This stretch of spectacular beachfront stretches more than three kilometers.

Reviewed By Ewelina-EW - Oslo, Norway

We had a great time here. It has white sand and clear blue water. Trees are close enough to have some shade but the best parts is going for a walk towards the resorts where sea is cut with a low shelf and you can find sea cucumbers, starfish and crabs. Also, the beach has a nice view on the sunset.

4. Pointe d'Esny

Mahebourg, Mauritius +230 5718 9439 http://www.speedboatseaduction-mauritius.com
Excellent
66%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 250 reviews

Pointe d'Esny

Reviewed By lottegeboers - Utrecht, The Netherlands

Point d'Esny looks amazing with crystal clear water and one of the whitest sandy beaches I've seen on Mauritius. It is great to spend a couple of hours here. There are, however, no facilities and for food it's a good idea to go to the busier Blue Bay. The entrance is quite hard to find, there is a small path in between two villas on the coastal road from Mahebourg to Blue Bay. There is a sign that says "Pedestrian Access to the Beach". After like 150m or so you will find yourself on this tropical beach. It is not a very hidden gem anymore, you will find yourself with other people, but it is still beautiful.

5. Le Pouce

Port Louis, Mauritius http://www.facebook.com/pages/Le-Pouce-Mountain/378250995656397
Excellent
48%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 100 reviews

Le Pouce

Reviewed By KamleshBoodhoo

We climbed Le pouce from Le Dauguet, it’s longer that staring from petit verger. It’s a constant climb from sea level up to 712 meters. At the summit you can magnificent views of Port Louis and the central region, Better use a guide if you choose this route. The descent was way except you have to be very careful if it rains as the pathway can be very slippery.

6. Pereybere Beach

Coastal Road, Grand Baie, Mauritius +230 5901 1412 http://www.osdiving.com
Excellent
46%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,552 reviews

Pereybere Beach

Reviewed By EugenT43 - London, United Kingdom

Just as you see in pictures of exotic beaches, with palm trees, beautiful white sand and turqoise water...add friendly locals and you got yourself a great tropical beach.

7. Port Louis Race Track

Port Louis, Mauritius +230 212 2212
Excellent
53%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 130 reviews

Port Louis Race Track

8. Notre Dame Auxiliatrice

Cap Malheureux, Mauritius +230(0)208 3068 http://www.dioceseportlouis.org/
Excellent
50%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,125 reviews

Notre Dame Auxiliatrice

Reviewed By pitl2016 - Luxembourg City, Luxembourg

This beautiful church with a scenic background including an island and a small beach is especially beautiful at sunset.

9. Ganga Talao - Grand Bassin

Savanne District, Mauritius +230 5828 8251 http://www.mauritius-guide.net/pilgrimage-sites/
Excellent
44%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,670 reviews

Ganga Talao - Grand Bassin

Reviewed By 753vigb - Mauritius, null

"OM NAMAH SHIVAYA" Every year in the month of February we celebrate the maha shivaratree to the lord of Shiva. We do our sacrifice for the pelgrimage to walk through grand bassin to celebrate the ceremony of ganga jals mostly my pleasure to invite all of you happy maha shivaratree and all the tourist coming ur pleasure to visit and do prayer????

10. Pont Naturel

Coastal Route Le Souffleur, Mauritius
Excellent
67%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 89 reviews

Pont Naturel

Reviewed By AnitaN761

It’s an amazing, awesome sight to behold! Nature’s creation..a bridge formed naturally by two fallen rocks ! Gosh! Water gushing from the sea towards a small pond formed in the crevices of the rocks..it’s hard to describe the awesomeness of this jaw dropping beautiful scene..all you can do is click click click and then click some more., for each tide from the sea brings a different view!!!

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