Destination guide · North coast
Pointe aux Piments, Mauritius
Pointe aux Piments is a relaxed coastal village on the northwest coast of Mauritius, sitting between Baie du Tombeau and the busier resort strip of Trou aux Biches. It is quieter and more residential than its neighbours, with a reef-sheltered lagoon, calm shallow water and a string of small public beaches fringed by filao trees. The area suits couples and families who want easy access to the north's attractions without the crowds, plus divers drawn to nearby wreck and reef sites. It is best known for the Mauritius Aquarium, gentle swimming conditions, good-value guesthouses alongside a few mid-range resorts, and sunsets over the lagoon.
Things to do in Pointe aux Piments
- Visit the Mauritius Aquarium (La Mauritius Aquarium), home to reef fish, sharks, rays and turtles
- Swim and snorkel in the calm, reef-protected lagoon ideal for beginners and children
- Dive or snorkel the Stella Maru wreck and nearby reef sites offshore
- Take a glass-bottom boat trip or catamaran cruise from the north coast lagoon
- Walk the quiet public beaches lined with filao trees for sunset over the water
- Day-trip to Trou aux Biches and Mont Choisy, two of the island's best swimming beaches, just minutes north
- Explore Grand Baie's restaurants, shopping and nightlife, around 20 minutes away
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Getting to Pointe aux Piments
Pointe aux Piments is in the northwest, roughly 55-65 km from SSR Airport in the southeast, a 60-75 minute drive depending on traffic around Port Louis. The most comfortable option is a pre-booked private transfer that meets you on arrival. Once there, taxis and a hire car make exploring the north coast easy.
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Frequently asked questions
How far is Pointe aux Piments from the airport?
Pointe aux Piments is about 55-65 km from SSR International Airport, which is in the southeast of the island. The drive takes roughly 60 to 75 minutes, with most of the time spent crossing to the northwest and skirting Port Louis, where traffic can add delays at peak hours. A pre-booked private transfer is the easiest way to arrive.
What is Pointe aux Piments known for?
It is known for its calm, reef-protected lagoon, the Mauritius Aquarium, and quieter beaches compared with nearby Trou aux Biches and Grand Baie. The gentle swimming conditions make it popular with families, while divers come for the Stella Maru wreck and reef sites just offshore.
Which beaches are best near Pointe aux Piments?
The village's own public beaches are calm and uncrowded. For wider stretches of sand and excellent swimming, head a few minutes north to Trou aux Biches and Mont Choisy, two of the most popular beaches on the island's north coast.
When is the best time to visit Pointe aux Piments?
The drier, cooler months from May to November (the austral winter) are ideal, with comfortable temperatures and lower humidity. The north and northwest coasts are sheltered and stay pleasant for swimming and diving year-round, though January to March can bring heavier rain and the occasional cyclone.