South Coast Mauritius Vacations
Come to the South Coast if you love your beaches really wild! Featuring powerful waves crashing against high cliffs, the seas here, though not recommended for swimming, boast simply breathtaking sights and sounds.
When to go to South Coast
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Spectacular wild sea scenery
Deep-sea fishing & speed boating
Eight beautiful beaches
Authentic fishing villages
Breathtaking Coastal Scenery
The South Coast of Mauritius boasts spectacular sea scenery! As there are ruptures in the coral reef in the ocean around this coastline, powerful waves are able to ride in to shore. They crash against the rocks and pound the sand, creating some exhilarating sights and noises. Unsurprisingly, the South Coast is not considered safe for swimming. However, the beaches are fabulous. Of the eight beaches here, three are standouts: Gris Gris, Bel Ombre, and St Félix.
Beaches & Activities
While the South Coast is not considered safe for swimming, the beaches of this area have plenty of attractions, especially Gris Gris, Bel Ombre, and St Félix.
Gris Gris Beach
Bel Ombre Beach
St Felix Beach
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Gris Gris is only a few kilometers south-east of Souillac, a village near Mauritius’ southernmost point. The name means something like ‘black magic’ and is inspired by the drama of the waves breaking against the area’s high cliffs. There is even a rock known as ‘Roche qui Pleur’, the rock that cries – here, the continual crashing and splashing sounds like weeping, if you listen for a while! Although it is not possible to swim at Gris Gris, the views are absolutely breathtaking, and a small garden nearby provides a serene spot for a picnic.
Another South Coast beach we love is situated between Souillac and the village of Bel Ombre. This beach also boasts mighty waves, rushing in as far as the shore. Again, swimming is not permitted, but keen walkers will enjoy strolling through the shallows to nearby Ilôt Sancho and exploring the island. This activity is not particularly time-consuming, as the island is quite small, but the views towards the South Coast are truly special!
Famous as the South Coast’s most beautiful beach, this St Felix area is in fact two beaches, and the eastern one has slightly better views as well as a more secluded feel. The sands are dazzlingly white and wonderfully soft underfoot, while the sea shimmers in all shades of blue and turquoise. Lush tropical foliage yields plenty of shade, and various corals dotted along the beach provide a lot of interest! Swimming is prohibited here too, but you can enjoy a speed boat trip and the thrills of deep-sea fishing. St Félix is a must-visit if you are based on the South Coast!
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01.Is it safe to swim in the South Coast?
The South Coast is not considered safe for swimming, but the beaches of this area have plenty of attractions, especially Gris Gris, Bel Ombre, and St Félix.
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