Continent |
Africa |
Country |
Mauritius |
Next Big City |
Port Louis |
Next Town |
Bel Ombre |
|
Type: |
Ocean |
Rider Ability: |
Beginner, Intermediate, Expert |
Features: |
Rooms, Rescue, Shower, Toilet, Food, Parking |
Water
Type: |
Shallow, Flat, Chop |
Hazards: |
Currents, Ships, Reefs, Corals |
Quality: |
Crystal clear |
Best Tide: |
High tide |
Nice lagoon with flat to choppy water. The water on the reef gets very shallow and the waves close quickly, so not good for riding. Strong current in the channels between the reefs. Some boats around.
Beach
Type: |
Sand |
Size: |
Small |
Hazards: |
Trees, None |
Beach Users: |
None |
The beach belongs to the Telfair resort. Sandy with some sunbathers, best launch is all the way to the west end of the resort. Few trees along the shore.
Weather
Spring:
|
Shorts |
Summer:
|
Shorts |
Fall:
|
Shorts |
Winter:
|
Shorts, Shorty |
The best season stretches from May to November with water temperatures between 22°C and 26°C and air temperatures between 22°C and 30°C. Short rain showers possible all year round.
Wind
Best Months: |
June, July, August, September, October |
Wind Type: |
Trade |
Best Direction: |
SE |
Main Direction: |
SE |
Usual strength of wind in winter is around 5-6 Bft, and Southeast is ideal for this spot. Best time of the year is from June to September, otherwise your chances are 50/50.
How to get there
Transport |
Car |
Access
|
Short walk |
Drive to the south coast of the island. In Bel Ombre ask for the Telfair resort.
Extra information
Kitesurfers are welcome, although the beach belongs to the Telfair resort. Easy access from Bel Ombre public beach.
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