Sundays in Mauritius are traditionally known for being the beach days and nothing beats the feeling of the warm sand under your feet. The Pereybere beach in the North of the island is typically referred to as the number one beach for its white sand and clean and azure waters. 

The journey to Pereybere is best enjoyed by a bus trip to the north, wearing your backpack, a cap and sunglasses. There, you can settle under a filao tree, enjoy a ‘Glaçon Râpé’ (A Mauritian sorbet made of shredded ice and different flavoured syrups) and play a beach volley game. 

After a long swim in the cool blue waters and scorching sun, you can enjoy some water activities like kayaking or pedalo from the kiosk at the far end of the beach. Food such as  fried noodles, kebab, fast food, boulettes, is also easily available from the food trucks lounging the beach and coastal roads.

If you want to enjoy a more tranquil beach day, the ‘private’ beach of Pointe d’Esny in the South with its ‘Pathway to Paradise’ entrance is a must! Arm yourself with a beach umbrella, cold drinks and enough sunscreen and enjoy the turquoise waters. For water activities and snorkeling, do visit the Blue Bay Marine Park, found some metres away from Pointe d’Esny. 

Another way to spend your Sundays in Mauritius is boat trip to Iles aux Cerfs, a small island near the East Coast of Mauritius offering luxuriant vegetation and white, pearly sandy beaches. The island also offers a wide range of land and water activities. The catamaran trip to Iles aux Cerfs often comprises drinks, food and a historic visit to Ile aux Fouquets and Grand River South East Waterfall. 

Tip: If you love adrenaline and want more time on Ile aux Cerfs, do make the trip on a highly-rated speed boat.