Grand Baie (north)
The nightlife capital of the island. Bars, lounges and clubs are close together, so you can walk between them. Weekends are busiest, with a mix of locals and visitors.
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Mauritius nightlife and beach clubs
Sunset drinks, beach clubs, sega and late nights: where to go, area by area.
Mauritius is not a party island like Ibiza, but it has a relaxed and friendly nightlife. Evenings start with a sunset drink, carry on in a beach bar or restaurant, and in Grand Baie can go on late into the night. Bars and clubs change often, so ask locals or your hotel what is popular right now.
Nightlife by area
Flic en Flac (west)
Sunset drinks on the long public beach, then beach bars and restaurants along the coast road. Livelier on Friday and Saturday evenings.
See hotelsTamarin and Black River (west)
A quieter, laid-back scene with sunset spots and a few bars and restaurants popular with surfers, kitesurfers and expats.
Port Louis (Caudan Waterfront)
The Caudan Waterfront has restaurants, bars and a cinema by the harbour. The rest of the capital is quiet after office hours.
Belle Mare and the east coast
Nightlife here happens mostly in the hotels: bars, live music and themed evenings. Outside the resorts, evenings are quiet.
See hotelsLe Morne (southwest)
Come for the sunset over the lagoon and the mountain. Evenings are in the hotels or around a few casual spots; most people are up early for the wind.
Rodrigues
No nightlife to speak of: dinner at your guesthouse, stars and maybe local music on a weekend.
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Beach clubs and day parties
Beach clubs with loungers, a pool, food and a DJ on weekend afternoons exist on the north and west coasts, and some hotels open their beach bars to outside guests. They come and go, so check recent reviews before you go and book a lounger at weekends.
Sega nights
Photo: Lonelyplanet (German Wikipedia), CC BY-SA 3.0 DESega is the traditional music and dance of Mauritius, played with the ravanne drum. Many hotels hold a sega show one evening a week, and you can also hear it at local festivals and beach parties. Do not be shy if you are invited to dance. Mauritius festival calendar
Getting home safely
Agree on a taxi price before you leave, or ask the bar or restaurant to call one. Do not drink and drive: police checks are common at night. Keep an eye on your belongings in busy bars, and avoid walking alone on dark beaches late at night.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best nightlife in Mauritius?
Grand Baie in the north has the most bars and clubs. Flic en Flac on the west coast is good for beach bars and sunsets, and the Caudan Waterfront in Port Louis for restaurants and early evenings.
Are there beach clubs in Mauritius?
Yes, mainly on the north and west coasts, and some hotels open their beach bars to non-guests. They change often, so check recent reviews.
Is Mauritius a party destination?
Not really. The nightlife is relaxed and friendly rather than wild. If you want late nights, stay near Grand Baie.
What is a sega night?
An evening of sega, the traditional Mauritian music and dance. Many hotels hold a sega show once a week.