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Grand Baie Bazaar
Having a reputation of being a shopping paradise, Mauritius has plenty of options to buy from, whether it is shopping in a mall-like vast shopping complex or going on a shopping spree in the local market that will offer a more elegant experience than buying at a local market that sells handcrafted and handwoven goods. The Grand Baie Bazaar is arguably the most popular shopping destination in Mauritius.
Grand Baie Beach
Located in the town of Grand Baie, the Grand Baie Beach is one of the shortest beaches in the North Bay of Mauritius. There are numerous tour operators and tourist shops in the area along with the accommodation facilities of all standards. During the peak season, Grand Baie witnesses a massive footfall and for an apparent reason, the entire area is planned to maintain the touristy vibe. There are public places like Sunset Boulevard and Dodo Square which exemplify the tourist inclination in Grand Baie.
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Among the long list of fascinating beaches, there's one that we cannot afford to forget - Grand Baie Beach. A widely popular tourist attraction in the northern town of Mauritius - Grand Baie, this beach is known to people in many ways - the party beach, Mauritius? Shortest beach or the pearl of the north.
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However, these are just different references and isn't always true as a fact. For example, it's not the shortest beach but is one of the shortest beaches in Mauritius. The actual reason for its popularity is believed to be its favourable size; neither too long nor extremely small. Also, the quality of water is something worth admiring.
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Things to Do Try out some water sports like kitesurfing, scuba diving or big game fishing.Go try out the Catamaran Dolphin Cruise Savour some freshly grilled lobster Leaving the significant hotels aside, you can also find some excellent restaurants and cafes near the Grand Baie beach, one of them being the Cafe de la Parge.
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If you're expecting a stereotypical beach experience with crystal clear water and powdery sand, this might not be the right place for you. Instead, the Grand Baie beach is all about an unconventional and unique beach experience with thrilling water activities, energetic nightlife and delicious gourmet dinners.
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Grand Baie La Croisette
Servicing its customers since October 2012, the Grand Baie La Croisette is exceptionally designed over an area of 50000 square metres harbouring all the activity zones including a residential and office space, movie theatre, shopping mall and sports and recreational centres. The 5000 square metres of space is allocated alone for leisure activities taking place in the multi-functional public esplanade which hosts several events throughout the year. Parking lots with a capacity of 1200 make it convenient for the tourists and locals to enjoy hassle-free traffic management.
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Grand Gaube Beach
Located in the village of Grand Gaube in the northeastern part of Mauritius, the Grand Gaube Beach is one of the many beaches situated in the Riviere du Rempart district along its neighbors Pereybere, Mont Choisy and Trou aux Biches. However, it isn't as popular as them because of the minimal development of this part of the island and also because its rocky and rustic terrain, pretty unconventional for a beach, that isn't purely ideal for water sports and swimming as well.
SourceThere is a very limited area covered by the sand strips of the beach and the seabed has an abundance of corals. From the looks of it, you'll understand at once that the Grand Gaube is a rather deserted beach; during some weekends some local families come to the beach and spend their time. The only attraction in the entire landscape is the Lux Grand Gaube, which is a luxury hotel where you'll find a beautiful small sheltered bay that has been carefully maintained by the Lux group of Mauritius.SourceThe Ministry of Tourism of Mauritius has made tremendous effort towards cleaning the beach, building sanitary facilities and restrooms, a children’s playground, number of benches and has taken steps the amplify the beauty of the beach but yet, the Grand Gaube beach has failed to gain popularity among the people. From a touristic perspective, the beach has nothing significant to offer and fall behind than the other famous beaches in the north that are famous for its beauty.However, in spite of not being famous, you can still enjoy and breath the fresh air of Grand Gaube beach, get away from the hustle and bustle of the cities and spend some quiet and alone time. There are local snack stalls and a few restaurant within a couple of metres. The whole landscape has immense potential for development and still the infrastructural progress is quite negligible. Public beaches like Butte a l’herbe and Anse La Raie are accessible from Grand Gaube where you can enjoy swimming and kitesurfing. SourceIf you are staying at the Lux Grand Gaube, you can undertake in activities like pedalo, windsurfing, parasailing, Catamaran cruises, scuba diving, deep sea fishing, speed boat trip and kayaking.
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Grande Montagne Nature Reserve
Grande Montagne Nature Reserve is located in the vicinity of the mighty Grande Montagne Mountains in the central-eastern part of Rodrigues Island and is known for preserving the last remnant of Rodrigues’ endemic forests. Besides this, the 25-hectare nature reserve also has an education and research centre in the reserves where the remains of extinct species like the Solitaire bird and the Giant Tortoise. It is home to other only remaining endemic species like the Rodrigues fruit bat, Warbler and Fody and the endemic plant species of Rodrigues Aloe.
The Mauritian Wildlife Foundation has been carrying out restoration works in the Grande Montagne Nature Reserve since 1996. Their initiative includes the production of endemic seedlings in a nursery located at Solitudes and wet, fertile soil of the Grande Montagne mountain areas have been tremendously helpful in contributing to the high success rate of the planted seedlings.
Along with the MWF, many local groups such as Rotaract, Scout, Youth Club and many volunteering school students participate in the restoration process from planting new seedlings of endemic species to removal of weeds and invasive plants. Moreover, the MWF has been pretty successful in eradicating unemployment and poverty by recruiting the people from nearby villages in order to carry out the restoration programme.
As a result of their dedicated hard work, more than 9 hectares of land within the reserve have been restored by removal of invasive plant species and over 73000 species of endemic and native plants have been planted since June 2008.
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Gris Gris Beach
Set at the southernmost tip of Mauritius, Gris Gris Beach is known for its wild and pristine landscape. It is located close to the village of Souillac and boasts of a black rocky coastline. The region is surrounded by rough cliffs that abruptly slope down to the ocean. These cliffs are made from basaltic rocks and offer the best backdrop imaginable. Gris Gris Beach does not have a coral barrier. Hence the waves are wild and huge.
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The beach is highly contrasting to the other southern beaches of Mauritius that are known for their calm waters. Due to the presence of strong currents, swimming is strictly prohibited at Gris Gris Beach. It is better to stay away from the water and hike the trail that rests behind the parking area to reach the Crying Rock. The unparalleled view of the large waves crashing against the jagged terrain is worth admiring from here. No wonder, Gris Gris Beach is a magical escape and gives a complete makeover of mind.
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Horse Racing In Mauritius
The Champ de Mars horseracing arena is an exciting fusion of history, tradition and glamour. The racecourse is located in Port Louis and was inaugurated by the Mauritius Turf Club, which was founded by the first British governor in Mauritius – Sir Robert Townsend Farquhar - back in 1812.
The club is reputed as the oldest horse-racing club in the entire southern hemisphere along with being the second oldest in the world. The racetrack of the Champ de Mars is an oval-shaped selective right-hand path with a circumference of 1298 meters and track width between 12 to 14 meters. The home straight is 225 meters long and extends uphill.
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Ile Aux Aigrettes Nature Reserve
Ile Aux Aigrettes is a 26-hectare nature reserve 800 meters towards the southeast off the coast of Mahebourg bay and has gained popularity over the years as an ecotourism destination. Unlike Mauritius, most of which was formed by volcanic rocks, Ile Aux Aigrettes was primarily formed from coral limestone and it is pretty low-lying. It has a scientific research station that works towards preserving the numerous rare and endangered plant and animal species.
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The natural reserve has lost many of its indigenous species because of logging and invasive species. The ?Mauritius Dry Coastal Forest? is the worlds only remaining vegetation type of its kind and is being conserved in Aigrettes. The reserve was once home to the extinct species like the Dodo bird and the endemic Giant Tortoise. The island reserve is home to several reptile species like the Telfairs Skink, Coloured Day Gecko and Aldabra giant tortoises that are non-indigenous. Aigrettes also have rare species of ebony trees, for example the Diospyros egrettarum, which is named after the island.
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Ile Aux Cerfs
Ile aux Cerfs Island, also known as “Deer Island”, is a private island located near the east coast of Mauritius. There aren’t any deer left here, but it remains a hugely popular tourist spot for its beautiful beaches, lagoons, and wide variety of activities and facilities. With homestays and hotels available on the island, Ile aux Cerfs is ideal for both day trips and multiple-day stays.
The white sand beaches and crystal clear waters are ideal for water activities like parasailing, diving, snorkelling, and underwater walking. Ile aux Cerfs Golf Club has a massive 18-hole golf course. And for those who’d like nothing better than to enjoy a day of doing nothing, there are beach chairs, personal waiters, and delicious cocktails to lounge away the hours without a care in the world.
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Ile des Deux Cocos
Ile Deux Cocos, or as it means the 'Island of Coconuts', is a haven of tranquillity that lies amidst the Blue Bay Marine Park located on the South-East coast of Mauritius. The private island hosts numerous activities like the tour of the stunning Blue Bay in a glass-bottom boat or water sports like snorkelling and scuba diving. The island is also home to the Blue Bay Maritime Reserve, an underwater reserve where you can get some fantastic view of the lovely corals and colourful marine species. Apart from this, there are multiple walking trails on the island for which you can book a day tour.
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