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Blue Bay Beach

Blue Bay Beach

Mauritius, Grand Port, Blue Bay 

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Blue Bay Beach

Mauritius, Grand Port, Blue Bay 

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Located on the southeastern coast of Mauritius, near the town of Mahebourg, Blue Bay Beach is a popular one-kilometer-long white sand beach with many rocky portions.  The beach is part of the Blue Bay Marine Park and has a spectacular backdrop of dense vegetation, a few restaurants, and several hotels, adding allure to its beauty and providing Instagram-worthy views of the Indian Ocean.  The local authorities and communities are actively involved in conservation efforts to protect the beach’s natural beauty and ensure its sustainability.

If you get hungry, there are many great restaurants on Blue Bay Beach.  Restaurant Le Bougainville is a popular restaurant that serves salads, seafood, meat, and poultry dishes.  The Spot Cafe serves seafood, meat, and poultry dishes. Blue Bamboo serves amazing pizzas, burgers, sandwiches, salads, seafood, meat, and poultry dishes.  Le Phare Restaurant serves incredible soup, pasta, salads, pizza, noodles, seafood, meat, and poultry dishes.  If you are looking for another affordable nearby restaurant, Le Bistrot serves eggs, sandwiches, salads, seafood, meat, and poultry dishes.

If you are looking for a hotel, there are many great hotels near Blue Bay Beach.  If you are looking for an upscale hotel, the beachfront 5-Star Anantara Iko Mauritius Resort & Villas is 19 minutes away by car and offers many amenities, including an outdoor pool, a spa, a hot tub, a fitness center, a kid’s club, and many restaurants.  A more affordable option is the 4-Star Shandrani Beachcomber Resort & Spa, is a well-known Blue Bay Beach resort in Mauritius that offers several amenities, including an outdoor pool, a fitness center, a bar, and a restaurant.  Another moderately priced resort near Palolem Beach  is the 4-Star Preskil Island Resort, which has many amenities, including two outdoor pools, a fitness center, two tennis courts, a spa, a steakhouse, and a restaurant.  A more reasonably priced option is the 3-Star Le Peninsula Bay Beach Resort & Spa, which offers a few amenities, including an outdoor pool, a dive center, a fitness center, a spa, and a restaurant.  If you are looking for another good and affordable nearby beachfront hotel, Talamba Blue offers a few amenities, including an outdoor pool, a kid’s pool, and a restaurant.

Blue Bay Beach offers many amenities, including seasonal lifeguards, restrooms, showers, shaded areas, sunbeds, a parasol rental facility, a large playground, picnic areas with picnic tables, trash cans, nearby restaurants, hotels, and shops selling local snacks and souvenirs.

Blue Bay Beach is a family-friendly beach that offers many fun activities, including swimming, sunbathing, beachcombing, kayaking, snorkeling, diving, parasailing, windsurfing, boating, watching wildlife, and photography.   If you plan to go into the water, there is a safe area to swim in due to its calm and shallow waters.  The shallow water near the beach is ideal for canoes, kayaks, and small boats.  Blue Bay Beach snorkeling is one of the most popular activities, where snorkelers and divers may explore vibrant coral reefs and see the diverse marine life, including butterfly fish, damselfish, wrasse, clownfish, angelfish, turtles, and many rare species that thrive in these waters, making it a fascinating spot for nature enthusiasts.  It is worth noting that the beach is a designated marine protected area, aimed at preserving its natural beauty and ecosystem.  Visitors can book kayak tours, boat tours, glass-bottom boat excursions, deep-fishing tours, catamaran tours, dolphin-watching tours, sunset cruises, diving, and snorkeling experiences to explore the waters around Blue Bay Beach. The spectacular views of this popular beach make it a photographer's delight.  There are many points near the beach known for taking the best Blue Bay Beach photos.  Dogs are not allowed on the beach, which is open from sunrise until sunset.

Blue Bay Public Beach offers an access path for people with disabilities.

Getting to Blue Bay Beach is easy – the beach is easily accessible from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport, which is located near Blue Bay NCG Road, Mauritius.  Visitors can hire a car from the airport to access the beach.

Blue Bay Beach is a perfect place to watch the sunset setting over the Indian Ocean, painting the sky with incredible and beautiful colors.

There are many attractions near Blue Bay Beach.  Blue Bay Marine Park is a protected area renowned for its rich biodiversity, including over 50 species of corals and a wide variety of fish, such as parrotfish, angelfish, damselfish, sea turtles, and other marine creatures.  Visitors can enjoy many fun activities, including snorkeling, scuba diving, kayaking, or booking a glass-bottom boat tour.  The Frederik Hendrik Museum showcases various artifacts recovered from the site of the first Dutch fort in Mauritius, built in the 17th century, including pottery, coins, and tools used by the Dutch settlers.  Visitors can enjoy guided tours that provide a fascinating glimpse into the early Dutch settlement in Mauritius and its impact on the island's history.  Vieux Grand Port, also known as Old Grand Port, is a significant historical site where the Dutch first landed in Mauritius in the 17th century.  Visitors can explore the remains of the early Dutch fortifications, including foundations and walls that provide insight into the architecture and defensive strategies of the time.  Many informational boards and displays are placed around the site, offering intriguing details about the Dutch settlement and its impact on the island.

Mahebourg is a small, historic town located on the southeastern coast of Mauritius that offers a glimpse into the lifestyle, historical, and cultural richness of the region.  The town is known for its bustling markets, museums, and picturesque waterfront views.  Visitors can enjoy many fun activities, including boating, walking, and relishing local cuisine.  If you are looking for another nearby attraction, La Vallee de Ferney is a well-known nature reserve spread over 200 hectares of protected forest and is home to a variety of endemic plant species and many bird species, including the Mauritius kestrel, echo parakeet, and pink pigeon.  The reserve features several well-marked hiking trails and guided tours that offer a unique opportunity to experience the natural beauty and biodiversity of the region.

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Amenities

  • ATM

  • Barbecue

  • Boat Ramp

  • Dogs

  • Entry Fee

  • Fire Pits

  • Hidden

  • Lifeguard

  • Marine Life

  • Pier

  • Playground

  • Icon for Beach AmenitiesRestrooms

  • Shops

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  • WiFi

  • Picnic Table

  • Activities

  • Icon for Beach AmenitiesBike Paths

  • Camping

  • Clubs Party Scene

  • Icon for Beach AmenitiesFishing

  • Hiking

  • Nude

  • Paddle boarding

  • Scuba Diving

  • Snorkeling

  • Surfing

  • Tours

  • Volleyball

  • Cave

  • Rentals

  • ATV

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  • Boat

  • Fishing Boats

  • Jet Skiing

  • Kayaking Canoeing

  • Chair Rentals

  • Sailing

  • Speed Boats

  • Umbrella Rental

  • Waterskiing

  • Windsurfing

  • Yachts

  • Food

  • Bars

  • Food Snacks

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  • Lounge

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  • Bike Racks

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  • Icon for Beach AmenitiesParking - Free

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  • Public Bus Stop

  • Stairs to Beach

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  • Features

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Surf through our FAQs to help you find your perfect beach!

    Does Blue Bay Beach have parking? If so, is it free or paid?

    Yes, this Beach provides free parking at the entrance, although spaces are limited. Visitors can also find street parking nearby for easy access to the beach.

    Does Blue Bay Beach have lifeguards?

    No, this Beach does not have lifeguards monitoring the beach - please be careful when swimming on this beach.

    Is Blue Bay Beach a family-friendly beach?

    No, this Beach is not family-friendly and does not have restrooms, lifeguards, and nearby food.

    Is Blue Bay Beach good for swimming?

    Yes, this Beach boasts excellent swimming conditions, attracting swimmers of all skill levels with its gentle waves and clear waters.

    Does Blue Bay Beach have restrooms?

    Yes, Restrooms are conveniently available on or adjacent to the beach at this Beach.

    Is Blue Bay Beach a nude beach?

    No, this Beach maintains a family-friendly atmosphere and does not allow nude bathing.

    Is there food near Blue Bay Beach?

    Yes, this Beach has multiple food options near or on the beach, including restaurants and beach vendors.

    What are the activities at Blue Bay Beach?

    Yes, this Beach is renowned for its vibrant beach scene, offering various activities for everyone to enjoy Bike Paths, Camping, Fishing, Scuba Diving, Snorkeling.

    Does Blue Bay Beach have accommodations for people with disabilities?

    Yes, this Beach offers accommodations for people with disabilities, allowing everyone to relish the coastal experience.

    Is Blue Bay Beach a dog-friendly beach?

    Yes, bring your dog with you to this Beach!

    Is Blue Bay Beach good for surfing?

    No, this Beach is not generally considered to be good for surfing.

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