Trou aux Biches

Shallow, calm water most of the year — perfect for teaching little ones to swim; generous filao shade is the midday gift.

• White sand with a safe shallow slope
• Snorkel reefs steps off the beach
• Local fruit and ice-cream kiosks
• The north's purest sunsets

Family residences outnumber mega-hotels — gentler prices than Grand Baie and a quieter rhythm suiting early bedtimes.

Best snorkelling sits at the western end near the dive centre; Sundays bring local families with their lovely noise.

Getting around: Ten minutes west of Grand Baie — a short taxi or rented bicycle along the shaded coast road; every service lines the same strip.

Halal & prayer places: Close to Grand Baie's halal options, with strip restaurants advertising halal chicken — and self-catering is easy in its apartments.

Local safety: Same as country →

Cost figures: 2026 prices: shore snorkelling free, glass-bottom boat ~$15–25, family apartments $60–140/night.

2-3 days

Suggested plan:

1. Pure beach days
2. Morning snorkels
3. Nearby Grand Baie evenings