Mauritius🇲🇺 | beachesSt. Felixremote setting, rugged sand, scattered boulders, strong currents | things to do and best time to go

Let’s clear up the Instagram myth: St. Felix beach isn’t some untouched, secret paradise where you’ll find enlightenment between two palm trees. It’s on the southern coast of Mauritius, a stretch that’s more wild than polished. St. Felix looks dreamy in photos—white sand, turquoise water, the works—but in reality, the current here is fierce enough to make even confident swimmers think twice, and the wind can sandblast your lunch. The upside? It’s rarely crowded, so you’ll have plenty of space to contemplate your life choices. Cleanliness is decent, but don’t expect amenities or cheap eats; you’re miles from the snack shacks of Blue Bay or the backpacker hostels near Le Morne. Snorkeling? Forget it—the surf’s too rough. St. Felix is for those who want raw scenery, not a swim or a scene.