Not all sites in Mauritius are suitable for outings with a toddler, and not all are accessible with a stroller. This page lists compatible places and activities, specifying for each whether or not a stroller is suitable. Find our selection below.
Places suitable for toddlers, with or without a stroller
This page lists tourist attractions and activities in Mauritius that are suitable for visiting with a toddler, from infants to young children. For each one, we indicate whether it is accessible with a stroller or if, while not specifically designed for strollers, it is still perfectly manageable with a young child.
This distinction is central to the selection process. Some Mauritian sites—landscaped garden paths, shopping centers, certain seaside promenades—are easily accessible with a stroller. Others, due to sandy beaches, dirt roads, stony paths, or stairs, are not suitable, although they can still be pleasant to explore with a toddler carried in a different way.
Places marked "stroller-friendly" are those where you can easily move around with a standard stroller. Places marked "stroller-free" are suitable for toddlers, but you'll need to leave your stroller behind for the visit. This information helps you avoid unpleasant surprises and plan your days according to your equipment and your child's age.
To delve deeper, two resources complement this selection: our guide to going on holiday to Mauritius with a baby, and our article dedicated to holidays in Mauritius with a child in a stroller, which details the practical aspects (terrain, equipment, travel).
To locate the places and plan your outings, consult our map of tourist sites in Mauritius It locates each site and provides access to our detailed articles. Below you will find our selection of places suitable for toddlers, with or without a stroller.
Markets and bazaars of Mauritius
Discover the markets and bazaars of Mauritius: atmosphere, products, street food, major events and tips to fully enjoy the experience.
Bain Bœuf Beach – Public Beach
Bain Bœuf, a small public beach in the north of Mauritius between Pereybère and Cap Malheureux, offers white sand, shade from casuarina trees and an exceptional view of Coin de Mire.
The Martello tower in La Preneuse
Discover the Martello Tower of La Preneuse, the only 19th-century British fortress open to the public in Mauritius. Guided tour, original cannon, view of Le Morne.
The Daruty Forest – Belle Vue Forest
Discover the Daruty Forest (Belle Vue): hiking trails, historic sugar mill ruins and tropical nature, 10 minutes from Grand Baie
The 3 northern islands
Catamaran excursions to the 3 northern islands off the coast of Mauritius, a magnificent and paradisiacal island.
Endemic garden of the Osterlog Valley
The Osterlog Valley endemic garden, covering 275 hectares, protects the last vestiges of the primary forest of Mauritius.
Bel Ombre – public beach
Bel Ombre beach is well worth a visit; stretching over two kilometers of golden sand, it offers a calm, shallow turquoise lagoon.
Saint Félix – public beach
Saint Félix public beach is captivating thanks to its crystal-clear waters, considered the most transparent in Mauritius.
Caudan Waterfront – Port Louis
The Caudan Waterfront is the main commercial and cultural complex in Port Louis, opened in 1996 on the old docks of the port.
Sunsets in Mauritius
It is at dusk that Mauritius reveals one of its most beautiful spectacles: breathtaking sunsets that set the sky and ocean ablaze.
Chamarel Viewpoint
The Chamarel View Point is one of the most spectacular viewpoints in Mauritius. Located in the village of Chamarel
Balaclava – public beach
Located on the northwest coast of Mauritius, Balaclava public beach represents one of the last public access points to the magnificent Turtle Bay.
Pointe aux Piments – public beach
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The Shri Sockalingum Meenatchee Ammen Temple – Kaylasson
Located in Abercrombie in Port Louis, the Shri Sockalingum Meenatchee Ammen Kovil (Kaylasson) temple is the oldest Tamil temple on Mauritius.
Wolmar – public beach
Wolmar public beach on the west coast of Mauritius, south of Flic-en-Flac, is a true hidden gem and peaceful spot on the island.
Fort Frederik Hendrik and its museum
In Vieux Grand Port in the southeast of Mauritius, Fort Frederik Hendrik is one of the island's most precious historical remains.
The Albion Lighthouse
At the top of the cliffs of Pointe-aux-Caves, the Albion lighthouse stands proudly with its characteristic red and white stripes.
The Island of Holy Water Fonts
Île aux Bénitiers is an uninhabited islet located north of Le Morne, on the southwest coast of Mauritius, opposite the village of La Gaulette.
Company Garden
The Company Garden, a silent witness to the evolution of Port Louis in Mauritius from the colonial era to the present day
Curepipe Botanical Garden
The Curepipe Botanical Garden, a green oasis in the heart of Mauritius, is the second largest botanical garden on the island after the Pamplemousses Botanical Garden.
Pereybère – public beach
Pereybère Beach: An Authentic Jewel of Northern Mauritius
Château du Réduit – State House
Perched on the heights of Moka, the Château du Réduit is much more than a presidential residence. It is a veritable history book.
Curious Mauritius
Curious Mauritius (also known as Curious Corner of Chamarel) offers an interactive gallery of illusions and art
Fouquets Island – Lighthouse Island
Fouquets Island, also known as Lighthouse Island, is an islet in Grand Port Bay, east of Mauritius and next to Vacoas Island
Pass Island
In the turquoise waters of Grand Port Bay, Île de la Passe bears witness to one of the glorious chapters of French naval history.
Egret Island
One kilometer from Mauritius, in the magnificent bay of Mahébourg, Île aux Aigrettes is a true jewel of marine conservation
Gabriel Island
In the heart of the Indian Ocean, about 10 kilometers north of Cap Malheureux, lies Gabriel Island, one of the treasures of Mauritius.
Port Louis Citadel – Fort Adelaide
The Citadel of Port Louis has stood like a stone sentinel in the heart of the Mauritian capital for almost two centuries.
Savinia Beach
Savinia Beach, a wild and unspoiled gem in the south of Mauritius
Deer Hole
In Curepipe stands one of the most fascinating natural sites in the archipelago: Trou aux Cerfs, the crater of a dormant volcano
Ebony Forest
Ebony Forest: An Exceptional Conservation Sanctuary in the Heart of Mauritius
Macondé's Viewpoint
The Macondé viewpoint stands out as one of the most striking coastal viewpoints in Mauritius; it is located on the southwest coast.
Palmar – public beach
Nestled on the magnificent east coast of Mauritius, in the Belle Mare region, Palmar public beach is a true hidden gem that fully deserves its reputation as Mauritius's "secret pearl".
Mary Queen of Peace
Overlooking Port Louis from Signal Mountain, Mary Queen of Peace is one of the most iconic religious sites in Mauritius.
The Corner of Focus
Gunner's Quoin (Le Coin de Mire) stands majestically off the north coast of Mauritius near the village of Cap Malheureux
Prison Beach
Nestled in the northwest region of Mauritius, near Port Louis, the capital, Prison Beach is paradise.
Belle Mare – public beach
The public beach of Belle Mare stretches for almost 10 kilometers, offering one of the most beautiful shores on the island.
Rochester Falls
Rochester Falls is one of the majestic and iconic waterfalls of Mauritius, located in the south of the island, near the village of Souillac.
Calodyne – public beach
In the northern region of Mauritius, Calodyne public beach is a gem that offers visitors an authentic and peaceful seaside experience.
La Pomponette – public beach
La Pomponette public beach is one of the coastal gems of Mauritius, located on the west coast of the island in the Tamarin region.