Grand Baie Travel Guide

  Bain Boeuf beach, Pereybere, Mauritius
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  • Bain Boeuf beach, Pereybere, Mauritius
      Bain Boeuf beach, Pereybere, Mauritius
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  • Colourful fishing boats at Grand Baie
      Colourful fishing boats at Grand Baie
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  • Grand Baie, Mauritius
      Grand Baie, Mauritius
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  • Pereybere beach, near Grand Baie, Mauritius
      Pereybere beach, near Grand Baie,...
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  • The beach at Grand Baie, Mauritius
      The beach at Grand Baie, Mauritius
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Pereybere beaches

Pereybere beaches, Grand Baie

 SWFC_Fan Says:  While the beach at Grand Baie is nice enough, the presence of so many fishing boats in the bay means that it is not ideal for swimming.Therefore, you’ll probably want to visit one of the beaches in the neighbouring villages. To the west, you will find Mont Choisy and Trou... 

Grand Baie beach

Grand Baie beach, Grand Baie

 SWFC_Fan Says:  Grand Baie is not particularly renowned for its beach, with many visitors there instead heading to one of the nearby beaches at Pereybere, Mont Choisy or Trou aux Biches for a swim.The beach itself is nice enough – a lovely stretch of golden sand and warm, clean turquoise... 

Hotels  

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Restaurants  

PALMYRA HOTEL & RESTAURANT: Don't miss The Lebanese Cuisine!

PALMYRA HOTEL & RESTAURANT: Don't miss The Lebanese Cuisine!, Grand Baie

 foufouz44 Says:  I have travelled to Mauritius few times now, and my last visit, learned of a new Lebanese restaurant opening by the name of Palmyra. I believe it is the first Lebanese restaurant in this paradise island. Belly Dancing every Friday & Saturday. Generous portions, excellent... 

Pizza pirate: Awesome Pizza's and Amazing Service

Pizza pirate: Awesome Pizza's and Amazing Service, Grand Baie

 sssharan Says:  After a really bad experience with a place called " La Jonque " we decided to sit in this place -and it was like a blessing - the ppl here were warm and courteus - we told em that we had to go fast cuz we had to catch the Blue safari - and they actually srever us in a record... 

La Langouste Grisee: Amazing setup and fresh lobster !!!

La Langouste Grisee: Amazing setup and fresh lobster !!!, Grand Baie

 elea83 Says:  this restaurant is french but mainly seafood. we had dinner there once then brought back friends who had just arrived in mauritius. both times were incredible.first we were taken aback as we walked in as we did not suspect the setup in this amazing garden. the mauritian... 

Palais de Chine: Large Chinese restaurant in Grand Baie

Palais de Chine: Large Chinese restaurant in Grand Baie, Grand Baie

 SWFC_Fan Says:  Thanks to the prominence of Chinese cuisine in Mauritius, you’ll find that Grand Baie (and other towns and villages on the island) are well-endowed with Chinese restaurants.In fact, Grand Baie has three large Chinese eating establishments located practically side by side on... 

La Jonque: International food in the heart of Grand Baie

La Jonque: International food in the heart of Grand Baie, Grand Baie

 SWFC_Fan Says:  La Jonque is a large restaurant in the heart of Grand Baie, located on Royal Road, opposite the beach and beside the main bus stop for express buses to Port Louis. I ate there one evening during my stay in Mauritius in February 2008.The restaurant has a large and airy dining... 

Palm Beach Cafe: Laid back cafe by Pereybere beach

Palm Beach Cafe: Laid back cafe by Pereybere beach, Grand Baie

 SWFC_Fan Says:  Palm Beach Café is a friendly and laid back café located next to the public beach at Pereybere, just a couple of kilometres north of Grand Baie. I stopped off there for refreshments one afternoon during a visit to Mauritius in February 2008.There are a few tables inside the... 

Cafe Muller: Pleasant cafe in Grand Baie

Cafe Muller: Pleasant cafe in Grand Baie, Grand Baie

 SWFC_Fan Says:  I visited Cafe Muller for a mid-morning breakfast during my stay in Mauritius in February 2008.This German café, (although, other than its name there was little to identify it as being German), is located on Royal Road in Grand Baie, a 10-15 minute walk west of Sunset... 

Lotus on the Square: Shaded cafe between Grand Baie and Pereybere

Lotus on the Square: Shaded cafe between Grand Baie and Pereybere, Grand Baie

 SWFC_Fan Says:  Lotus on the Square is a lovely shaded café on Royal Road between Grand Baie and Pereybere. It is located about half way between the centre of Grand Baie and the public beach at Pereybere so if, like I did, you choose to walk from Grand Baie to Pereybere beach then this is... 

Crok Chaud: Charming little patisserie in Grand Baie

Crok Chaud: Charming little patisserie in Grand Baie, Grand Baie

 SWFC_Fan Says:  Crok Chaud is a small patisserie and café in the resort of Grand Baie. It is located on Royal Road, the main seafront street of Grand Baie, about 10 minutes walk uphill from Sunset Boulevard.I ate breakfast at this friendly little pastry shop one morning during a visit to... 

Nightlife  

B52 Cocktail Bar: Large cocktail bar in Grand Baie

B52 Cocktail Bar: Large cocktail bar in Grand Baie, Grand Baie

 SWFC_Fan Says:  B52 Cocktail Bar is a large bar located on the corner of Royal Road and La Salette Road, close to the Sunset Boulevard shopping area in the heart of the popular resort of Grand Baie.It offers dozens of tables (covered by a roof, but open to the outside on all sides), a pool... 

Transportation  

Local bus to Mont Choisy beach

Local bus to Mont Choisy beach, Grand Baie

 SWFC_Fan Says:  The buses that connect the villages and towns on Mauritius’ northern coast are operated by Triolet Bus Services (TBS).Buses operating on the route between Cap Malheureux and Port Louis stop every few hundred metres, including stops in Pereybere, Grand Baie, Mont Choisy and... 

Buses to Port Louis

Buses to Port Louis, Grand Baie

 SWFC_Fan Says:  Triolet Bus Services (TBS) operates buses in the northern region of Mauritius, connecting the northern coastal towns and villages with the capital, Port Louis.Express buses leave for Port Louis approximately every 30 minutes during the day from Royal Road in Grand Baie.... 

Shopping  

Highlight Boutique: hundreds of T-shirts, not cheap but good quality

Highlight Boutique: hundreds of T-shirts, not cheap but good quality, Grand Baie

 ZenLady34 Says:  This shop is the best one in Grand Baie in terms of the sortiment of T-shirts. Not maybe hundreds of them but really plenty. Mauritius Brand marks like Bilbao, Baobab and Pardon !The shop has three floors full of clothes. They even sell fake Lewis-jeans and Boss shirts for... 

Local Customs  

Mauritian beers

Mauritian beers, Grand Baie

 SWFC_Fan Says:  I never thought of the small Indian Ocean island of Mauritius as having much of a brewing tradition, so I was surprised to find that the island produces a number of very good beers.A bottle of beer (or less common, a draught beer) in a café or restaurant generally costs (as... 

Warnings Or Dangers  

15% VAT on meal prices

15% VAT on meal prices, Grand Baie

 SWFC_Fan Says:  Just a quick word of warning when eating out in Mauritius:In most mid-range to upmarket restaurants, cafes and bars you will find that the prices quoted on the menus do not include the 15% VAT charge. This fact will almost always be stated on the menu if it is the case, so... 

What to Pack  

Essentials For Grand Baie

Essentials For Grand Baie, Grand Baie

 clebrasse Says:  Cooling Bags, Cooling blocsBasic essentials, but again not easy to get hold of over there. They are well worth the extra luggage when they keep that midday rum and coke nice and chilled when the temperature is bursting 30c Upset Stomach pills because all them cocktails at... 

Favorites  

Weather check!

Weather check!, Grand Baie

 sheherezad Says:  General weather forecast for June was 24-28C when I booked my Club Med Air-resort package but forecast day before my departure was more like 22C for the whole week! And rain and strong winds and rough seas for the first 3 days! I discovered the effect of the new moon which,... 

Public phones

Public phones, Grand Baie

 nora_south_africa Says:  There are many public phones in Grand Baie, some even work with Mastercard and they also have phones that do international calls at cheaper rates, look out for them. 

 
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CALIFORNIA STUDIOS: Value For Money Budget Accomodation in Mauritius
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Le Mauricia Hotel
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Pizza Hut: Pizza Hut...with unique local flavours!
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Panou Panou: Laid back cafe opposite Pereybere beach
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Restaurant La Pagode: Chinese food in the heart of Grand Baie
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Veranda Grand Baie
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Sunset Cafe: Breakfast by the sea!
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Grand Baie food stalls: Good value Indian snacks in Grand Baie
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Taxis from the airport to Grand Baie
Transportation
Ocean Beauty
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Dookee House Apartments: Good value apartments in Grand Baie
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Villa Camille: Budget accomodation Mauritius
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Buy lunch on the beach
Things to Do
Ocean Villas
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Villa Corinne: Next to Villa Camille
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Villa Camille: The best in Grand Baie!
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Pizza Hut, KFC, andsome local fast food: Very Good Pizza and Chicken, etc..
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Royal Sunset Hotel
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Restaurant Palais De Chine: Dont miss the Peking Duck
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Restaurant la Pagode: Exellent Chines food
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La Vielle Rouge: Fantastic Beef
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Hibiscus Beach Resort & Spa
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Villa Camille: Good location , groceries&bus near, safe place
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Local tour operators in Grand Baie
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Grand Bay Resorts
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Alchemy: cheapest cocktails and beer!
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Don Camillo: Italian Restaurant
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La Vieille Rouge Resto Bar Cuisine Mauricienne: Dont miss the Beef with green pepper sauce!!
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Marina Hotel
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A cruise with working schooner
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 There are many public phones in Grand Baie, some even work with Mastercard and they also have phones that do international calls at cheaper rates, look out for... 

 

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Q:  I've been trying to search for a hotel in Grand Baie from Internet but with no luck. Does anyone know direct Internet Addresses... 

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A: Hi here I gatherd some links of hotels in Grand Baie http://www.mauritius-tipps.de/hotel/productssimple2.html nice greetings annerose 

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Grand Baie, Mauritius

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 I've got some interesting experiences in Grand Baie. I'd love to share with you the 20 tips I've written, the 122 photos uploaded, and 5 travelogues I've created. 

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 Grand Baie is the most tourist town than any other on the island. It has only 2800 inhabitans. It is not bad place to base you as public transport connections are good and there is a good choise of...... 

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Grand Baie Mauritius- so BEAUTIFUL !

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 Grand Baie is situated on the north western coastline of Mauritius The town has everything for the tourist, from trendy boutiques to craft shops. There are a plenty of restaurants, night-clubs and... 

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 Located on the north side of Mauritius, you have a perfect place for shopping, restaurants, accomodation, etc...its very easy to move around with buses, taxis or private drivers all over the Island.... 

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 Grande Baie is 'the' holiday spot in Mauritius for most people. Bustling with vehicles & people going about their activities, it is much livelier than many other parts of Mauritius. If you tire of... 

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