Overview
Anse La Raie, near the village of Calodyne, in the north of Mauritius, is an amazing beach and mainstream attraction of Mauritius, you will be mystified by its beauty. Anse La Raie is famous for its serene ambience. Anse La Raie, Mauritius, located in the Riviere du Rempart District, attracts tourists because of its crystal blue Indian Ocean and clear shallow water. The Anse La Raie beach is absolutely perfect for swimming without any interference by the crowd and the best time with your family or partner will surely be guaranteed in Anse La Raie. You can also indulge yourself in snorkelling and sea diving apart from swimming. Facilities like beach huts, restrooms, and a forest behind for picnic and hiking just like any other public beaches are available. The beach might seem unclean and dirty initially, but as you hike towards the east along the coast, hike some 100-150 meters more, you will end up in a much better and peaceful location, with whiter sand and bluer water.
Introducing Anse La Raie
Most visitors who come to Anse la Raie are drawn to the luxury hotels. This is the place to simply pause and take in beautiful Indian Ocean vistas. Or to get out on the waves for some high Adrenalin water sports. Anse La Raie is perfect for exploring the traditional fishing villages of the cape, to the picturesque islands.
Water Sports
With its turquoise waters, Anse la Raie has made a splash on the Mauritius water sports scene. Stand up paddleboard, kite surfers, windsurfing, sailing, canoeing to scuba diving, there are plenty of ways to explore the bay.
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History
Northern Mauritius is home to lots of historic sites from the colonial era. Just around the coast from Anse la Raie you’ll find Cap Malheureux, or Cape Misfortune – so-called because of the ships wrecked off its rocky coast. The red church of Notre Dame Auxiliatrice on the headland pays homage to its history, you’ll also find Château de Labourdonnais, a perfectly preserved 19th-century mansion.
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Day Trip
Things you can explore from this beautiful beach is Venture to the Port Louis and indulge yourself in the rich mix of cultures from the food to the nightlife. Or book a catamaran tour to get a closer look at the islands. Coin de Mire makes a scenic spot for a picnic lunch or beach barbecue.
How to Reach Anse La Raie In Mauritius
Reaching Anse La Raie is not even a hassle and can be accessed with ease, you will find multiple cabs going to Anse La Raie. However, bus journeys can be long but are cheaper. Cabs are the most convenient mode of transport to reach Anse La Raie.
Anse La Raie Entry Ticket
There is no entry fee to Anse La Raie and is free of cost for the visitors.
Best Time to Visit Anse La Raie
Anse La Raie is open for the public from Monday to Sunday around 8:00 am – 6:00 pm, you can witness the beauty of the sunrise and sunset scenes if hit at the perfect time.
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