Grand Baie lies to the northwest of Mauritius, next to the emerald waters of the northern coast. It was once an old fishing hamlet that found prosperity in the 1970s and the village became a modest sized town. It now has many bungalows, a helipad, deep sea fishing facilities and a busy nightlife, including discotheques and pubs. You can shop at the Floreal Square, visit the Black River Gorges national Park, enjoy a day at the beach, or go on a boating cruise to nearby islands like Serpent Island and Flat Island.
Adventure sports enthusiasts can go water-skiing, wind surfing, canoeing and indulge in all kinds of water sports at the Grand Baie beach. Wildlife lovers should visit the Black River gorges National Park, which was established in 1994. At the Park, you can visit the unique dwarf forests of Mauritius, or go hiking across the Maccabee forest. The Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Gardens date back to 1735, and have many delightful flowering plants and flora unique to Mauritius, like Golden bamboo, red water lilies, and gum trees. At the Casela Bird Sanctuary, the visitor will get a chance to see the Mauritian pink pigeon, a rare bird. The Pereybere Cove is a lovely semi hidden cove near the beach and is famed for its clear waters. Connoisseurs of fine dining should not miss an opportunity to dine at the La Tanjore Restaurant, which serves authentic Indian cuisine. The Don Camillo serves delicious Italian fare and is highly popular with the local and visitors alike. Shopping at the Floreal Square is an experience the visitor should not miss, especially as you can pick up some good quality items at bargain prices.
