Poste Lafayette Beach
Mauritius · Flacq
Poste Lafayette beach, located on the northeast coast of Mauritius in the Flacq district, offers an authentic setting lined with casuarinas and preserved nature. It is a popular spot for its large flat and shallow lagoon, ideal for freeride, foil, and learning.
The site extends for several kilometers, with a well-cleared sandy beach for takeoff. It is not crowded, allowing for quiet and independent sessions.
Accessible in 30 to 40 minutes from Flacq or Grand Baie, it is a natural place without amenities on site, perfect for a self-sufficient day.
The spot is exposed to the trade winds from east to southeast, which blow in side-onshore relative to the northeast-facing beach. The wind is consistent between 15 and 25 knots from May to October, with good consistency in the dry season, and possible thermals off-season.
The lagoon is vast, flat, and shallow for several kilometers, with a predominantly sandy bottom. Launching is easy from the well-cleared sandy beach. The navigation area is safe for freeride and foil, even in light wind, with space for beginners in the center and advanced riders on the sides.
A closed cove on one side allows for tricks safely. At low tide, the lagoon remains navigable with standing depth for a long time, but be cautious of coral areas. Waves are small near the outer reef for freestyle.
Sources :kiteinmoris.com · mauritius-travel.com · fairmoove.fr · unplug-kitesurf.com
