Don't Miss These Activities in Trou-aux-Biches

While staying at White Oak Villas, here’s a curated guide featuring the top experiences you won’t want to miss.

1. Lounge & swim at Trou‑aux‑Biches Beach

This 2 km long stretch of pristine sand, gently lapped by clear, shallow waters and shaded by casuarina trees, is perfect for chilling, sunbathing, swimming, and snorkelling - ideal for families and couples alike.
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Sunset tip: the calm lagoon transforms into a romantic palette of fiery oranges and pinks as the sun dips.

2. Explore the reef – snorkeling, diving and submarine

With several PADI-certified dive centres like Bigorno, Dive Spirit, Pro Dive and Bubble Diving offering exceptional experiences, you can:

Snorkel gently above shallow reefs teeming with fish and coral
Go scuba diving or try a “bubble” dive if you’re less confident
Experience a submarine journey 35 m deep - an immersive marine adventure

3. Catamaran cruises & island hopping

Join a full-day catamaran cruise westward to Ile Gabriel, Ile Plate, Coin de Mire or along the rugged west coast. Expect snorkeling, swimming with turtles or dolphins, BBQ lunches and stunning island scenery.

4. Water sports & beachfront fun

Rent kayaks, paddle-boards, or speed‑boats directly from the beach. Jet‑ski rentals, parasailing, and wakeboarding options are available through local tour operators. Adventure seekers will find plenty to keep their adrenaline levels high.

5. Horseback & nature rides

Gallop through shady coastal trails or lush inland landscapes on horseback - sunset rides along the beachfront are especially magical, offering encounters with deer and tortoises.

6. Tee off at coastal golf

The nearby Mont Choisy Le Golf features an 18‑hole, par‑72 championship course nestled within lush vegetation and offering ocean views. Ideal for tenacious golfers seeking a scenic challenge.

7. Relax at spas & beach clubs

Luxuriate in beachfront resorts like Trou‑aux‑Biches Beachcomber and Veranda Pointe aux Biches, which include world-class spa treatments, yoga sessions, and two exclusive beach clubs - perfect for unwinding.

8. Madagascar-style day trip

Within easy reach is the royal Pamplemousses Botanical Garden (Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Garden), home to giant water lilies, deer, tortoises, and exotic palms. A lush retreat just 15 min inland.

9. Visit Maheswarnath Temple & local village life

Discover Mauritius's rich Hindu heritage at the historic Maheswarnath Mandir in nearby Triolet - built in 1888 and the island’s largest. Pair it with a stroll through local markets and villages for cultural insight.

10. Beach hop: Mont Choisy & La Cuvette

Just a short walk away:

Mont Choisy Beach - another sweeping sandy bay with calm waters ideal for swimming and picnics .
La Cuvette - a quieter, tucked‑away cove, perfect for peace and solitude.