When thinking of Mauritius, you automatically conjure up picture post card images of palm fringed beaches with crystal clear, fantasy blue coloured water, and in reality, those thoughts are absolutely correct. The whole island is a surfing, windsurfing and kitesurfing dream offering conditions to suit everyone. Creole, French and other cultures collide to give this particular island a spicy mix of tropical vibrance that you can experience during your visit, which is a must!
Le Morne is based on the South West tip of Mauritius and is nestled between a magnificent lagoon, born from volcanic erosion, and the tropical flora and fauna found further inland.
LE MORNE Le Morne bay is where the main centre is based, offering a shallow lagoon, which is fantastic for beginners or riders looking to blast across crystal clear water or try there hand at a bit of freestyle. The lagoon is fringed by an offshore reef which boasts two waves. One is an "any man" entry level wave location, while the other is a super fast, super hollow and dangerously shallow breaking wave that has even the pro's heading for the safety of the channel! "One Eye" is jaw dropping!
TAMARIN BAY A pure surfing spot that has a bit of a mystical reputation, but don't be fooled, what you will see is perfect barrels running across the bay like a freight train! On really good days an atmosphere descends on the village, when all the locals can only think of one thing - surfing!!! - and this harks back to the flower power days when the wave was first discovered.
Other spots: Mauritius does offer alternative venues for all three sports all around the island, from flat water kiting venues to hardcore secret reef breaks. It's just a case of exploring!
The trade winds blow all year, but the most consistent time to head to Mauritius is between May and December, where you would be unlucky not to get F6 most of the time. At Le Morne, the wind blows side shore from the left. The only thing to watch out for is the small current that runs out of the bay, but with rescue cover, this is never really a problem.
Good surf happens all year, due to the fact that storms spinning out of the South Pole will pump swell straight towards this tiny island and break along its coast, giving magazine quality waves!
Beginner, freeride, freestyle, entry level wave sailing and hardcore wave sailing; this place has it all. Instruction is also offered, in all three sports, so getting to that next level should be no problem with the expert tuition you will receive. If you want any specific coaching, such as wave tutition, then this is also available, albeit, in the form of one on one coaching, for safety and quality reasons.
Other than the board sports offered, diving can be arranged, trekking is available and sampling the local Creole/French cuisine is a must. There are also some really good Chinese restaurants on the island (as quite a large proportion of the population are Chinese).
Kitesurfing on the island is a big thing here as there are an abundance of lagoons with offshore reefs stopping the swell, making for super flat water on the inside. Not only are the flat water locations good, but if you have the required skill, then the wave riding potential is huge.
Many of the evening activities revolve around sipping on a well deserved "sundowner" before indulging in some of the great local food cooked on an open barbeque underneath the stars. Needles to say, Mauritius is not a destination for those seeking a lively club scene! Prices on the island are not the cheapest, but the quality more than makes up for this.
UK / EU passport holders: A full 10 year passport valid until at least 6 months after date of return. No visa required.
There are no compulsory inoculations if travelling from the UK, although Hep A is recommended. Please check with your GP or local travel health clinic for the latest advice.
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