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

Rules
Zones

Kitesurfers are welcome, although the beach belongs to the Telfair resort. Easy access from Bel Ombre public beach.

Nightlife

No information