Roches Noires Beach
Mauritius · Rivière du Rempart
The Roches Noires beach, located in Rivière du Rempart on the east coast of Mauritius, is a quiet spot lined with private cottages. It is a popular place for riders due to its access to a fine sandy beach, even though the surrounding land is privately owned. Surrounded by volcanic rocks typical of the region, it offers a wild and authentic atmosphere away from tourist crowds.
The spot is known for its varied water conditions, with flat and shallow areas ideal for progression. Locals come here for calm sessions, especially when the bays further south are crowded.
The spot works well with wind coming from NE, ENE, E, ESE, or SE, which arrives in a side-onshore direction relative to the east-facing beach. These side-onshore south-east trade winds are consistent and reliable, particularly in the southern winter. The navigation area is shallow and flat to chop, with a medium-sized sandy beach for launching, but sometimes complicated by surrounding private properties.
At high tide, it is the ideal time as the water rises over the nearby reef and offers more space to take off and navigate safely. At low tide, the area becomes too shallow, making the session technical. The take-off area is narrow, so check the free space before launching. Local feature: the trade wind ensures regular sessions, but be cautious of gusts if a cyclone occurs in summer. The water remains smooth near the shore thanks to the reef, perfect for freestyle or progression.
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