Grand Baie / 8 photo spots
8 Instagram spots around Grand Baie
Grand Baie is a coastal base in northern Mauritius. Start with the bay and its beaches, then travel inland for gardens, a château and a former sugar factory.
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Grand Baie Public Beach
From the main public beach, frame the curve of Grand Baie with boats in the bay. Keep the working harbour and coast guard facilities out of your frame and leave room for other visitors.
Search Google MapsLa Cuvette Public Beach
La Cuvette is a small public cove near Grand Baie. From the sand, use the rocky edges to frame the water without climbing over the rocks.
Search Google MapsMont Choisy Public Beach
West of Grand Baie, Mont Choisy has a long curved shore. Walk along the public sand and use the line of the coast to lead the eye into your photo. Follow any local closure signs.
Search Google MapsNotre-Dame Auxiliatrice, Cap Malheureux
The red roof of Notre-Dame Auxiliatrice stands out in nearby Cap Malheureux. Photograph the exterior from the public approach and give worshippers space. Ask before taking photos inside.
Search Google MapsGrand Baie Bazaar
At Grand Baie Bazaar, look for colourful textiles or crafts at a stall. Ask the seller before photographing the goods or people and keep the walkway clear.
Search Google MapsChâteau de Labourdonnais
A short inland trip leads to the Château de Labourdonnais and its gardens. Frame the building from a visitor path in the grounds. Check admission and photography conditions with the estate.
Search Google MapsSir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Garden
The botanical garden at Pamplemousses makes a worthwhile inland excursion. Photograph the water lilies from the path beside the pond. Check current entry arrangements and stay on visitor paths.
Search Google MapsL’Aventure du Sucre
This museum in a former sugar factory is near Pamplemousses. Ask staff about photography and frame a piece of historic machinery from the visitor route. Check opening days and admission before visiting.
Search Google MapsSources for these photo spots
- Mauritius Beach Authority, proclaimed public beaches
- Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority, Grand Baie
- Mauritius Beach Authority, La Cuvette beach clean-up
- Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority, northern Mauritius
- Mauritius Attractions, Grand Baie Bazaar
- Indian Ocean Rim Association, Mauritius tourism newsletter
- Domaine de Labourdonnais, visitor experiences
- District Council of Pamplemousses, SSR Botanical Garden
- District Council of Pamplemousses, water lilies
- L’Aventure du Sucre, museum and machinery
- L’Aventure du Sucre, practical visitor information