Exploring Grand Baie
Nightlife ¡ Shopping ¡ Boat Trips
North ¡ Resort Town
The vibrant heart of the north - Mauritius' liveliest resort town, where a turquoise bay meets shopping, dining, nightlife and boat trips to the islands.
In the Town
bay, shopping & nightlife
Grand Baie Beach & Bay - calm turquoise bay, swimming & sunsets
La Cuvette Beach - a quieter public beach in town
Grand Baie Bazaar - crafts, textiles & souvenir shopping
Bars & restaurants - the north's liveliest dining & nightlife
Catamaran cruises - boat trips to the northern islands
Nearby Escapes
beaches, islands & gardens
Pereybere Beach - sheltered swimming beach - 5 min
Cap Malheureux - red-roofed church & islet views - 15 min
Northern Islands - Gabriel & Flat Island snorkelling, by boat
Mont Choisy Beach - long casuarina-lined bay - 10 min
Pamplemousses Garden - giant water lilies & palms - 20 min
Why Grand Baie
The north's social hub rather than a quiet retreat - come for the bay, the boutiques and the buzz, with beaches, islands and gardens all a short drive away.
Good to know
Best light - Golden hour over the bay for photos & sundowners.
Book ahead - Reserve catamaran island trips in high season.
Cash & cards - Cards widely accepted; carry cash for the bazaar.
Lively base - The north's buzziest spot for dining & nightlife.
