A sleepy little town on the east coast of gorgeous Mauritius, Trou d’Eau Douce is a delightful fishing village with a welcoming, island vibe.
A quiet and laid-back traditional village, Trou d’Eau Douce is situated on the beautiful east coast of Mauritius. Golden, sandy beaches are something out of a dream where you’ll see fishing boats pulled up with fishermen spreading out their nets on the sand.
There’s a handful of restaurants and bars, while the beach in Trou d’Eau Douce is perfect for laying out and soaking up the sun. Stretching north are even more beautiful and unspoilt beaches, centred around Quatre Cocos. Beach-trekkers will be in heaven, as you can walk for miles along some of the most breathtaking strands imaginable.
Enjoy an all-inclusive package where you don’t have to think about lifting a finger. From adults-only hotels to family friendly resorts, you’ll have a slice of paradise to yourself.
While predominantly a beach resort, Trou d’Eau Douce is one of the main departure points for Île aux Cerfs, a stunning island famed for its spectacular white sand beaches and a wealth of water sports like snorkelling and diving where the beautiful coral reef supports a colourful and lively marine life.
You’ll find several local suppliers offering excursions to the island, and most also feature a stop at the Grand River South East to see the waterfalls, plus a visit to some of the snorkelling spots which are only accessible by boat.
There are a few landmarks in Trou d’Eau Douce including a church that dates back to 1990 with a gothic structure. Wander in to take a look around if the door is open, while Victoria 1840 is an old sugar mill that’s been refurbished and houses some works by Yvette Maniglier, a french painter who spent time learning from the revolutionary Henri Matisse.
There are several cultural sights that can be visited during a day trip from Trou d’Eau Douce too. Vieux Grand Port and Mahébourg, two of the most historic towns on the island, are about a 45-minute drive away, and are full of interesting colonial architecture.
Vieux Grand Port is where Dutch sailors landed in 1598, becoming the first human inhabitants of Mauritius. They built a fort in what is now the town of Vieux Grand Port, which became the headquarters of the Dutch East India Company.
Mahébourg, now a bustling port, is one of the oldest settlements on the island, and is full of elegant colonial architecture. You can also visit Eureka, one of the finest plantation houses on Mauritius is also about 45 minutes away, and is now a fascinating museum set in gorgeous gardens.
