Chemin-Grenier Travel Guide

City Coastal town in Mauritius with beautiful beaches

A Savanne District coastal village where fishing boats haul ashore and small restaurants grill the catch; visitors linger for beach walks, lagoon views and the slow rhythm of sugarcane country.

Costs

About $60-85 per day

Mauritius tourist prices but cheaper outside main resorts.

Safety

Safe with normal precautions

Mauritius is generally safe; watch for petty theft in tourist areas.

Best Time

May-October (cool, dry season)

Cooler, drier months make swimming and exploring more pleasant.

In This Guide

Why Visit Chemin-Grenier?
Top Things to Do
Plan Your Visit
Where to Stay
Where to Eat

Time

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Weather

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Population

12,457

Infrastructure & Convenience

Basic bus connections, rental cars common, English/French signage, local shops and eateries.

Popularity

Popular with local beachgoers and some international visitors seeking quieter shores.

Known For

beaches, sugarcane fields, coastal walks, Creole cuisine, local fishing, sunsets, small hotels, relaxed village life

Chemin-Grenier sits on Mauritius' southwest coast in Savanne District, between sugar fields and beaches.

Why Visit Chemin-Grenier? #

Set along Mauritius’s southern coast, Chemin-Grenier draws beachgoers and food lovers to its sandy shore and Creole culinary scene. Popular examples include local seafood grills, rougaille stews and lively sega music at village gatherings, plus nearby coastal walks among sugarcane fields. It’s a relaxed seaside stop where beach time mixes with authentic Creole flavors and island rhythms.

Top Things to Do in Chemin-Grenier

All Attractions ›

Le Morne Brabant

Dramatic basaltic peninsula and UNESCO slavery memorial

Mountain

Black River Gorges National Park

Largest Mauritian national park with endemic wildlife

National Park

Mauritius Island

Indian Ocean island nation with beaches and lagoons

Island

Ganga Talao

Crater lake and Hindu pilgrimage site in Mauritius

Lake

Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Garden

Historic Mauritian botanical garden famed for giant lilies

Garden

Trou aux Cerfs

Dormant volcanic crater and public lookout in Curepipe

Volcano

Île de la Passe (Mauritius)

Small islet near Mauritius' Grand Port

Island

Le Pouce

Prominent Mauritian mountain peak near Port Louis

Mountain

Don't Miss

Chemin-Grenier Beach - Sandy beach with calm waters, ideal for swimming and local vendors.
La Cambuse Chemin Grenier - Popular local eatery serving seafood and Mauritian Creole specialties by the shore.
Souillac clifftop paths - Clifftop paths near Souillac offering ocean views and coastal rock formations.

Hidden Gems

Rochester Falls - Short drive to falls with swimming pools carved into volcanic rock formations.
Gris-Gris southern lookout - Cliff viewpoint where waves crash against the rocky shore along the southern coast.
Local seafood shacks - Small family-run spots serving freshly grilled fish and Creole specialties by the beach.

Day Trips

Black River Gorges National Park - Hiking trails and endemic forest species reachable within an hour's scenic drive.
Chamarel Seven Coloured Earth - Unique geological formation with waterfalls and viewpoint, reachable by scenic drive.

Best Time to Visit Chemin-Grenier #

Chemin-Grenier on Mauritius is tropical - hot, wet summers (Nov-Apr) and cooler, drier winters (May-Oct). The cyclone window (Dec-Mar) brings the most risk; for stable beach weather prefer May-October.

Summer (hot & wet)

November - April · 24°C - 30°C (75°F - 86°F)

Hot, humid days with frequent tropical downpours and occasional cyclones - lively beaches but pack for sudden storms.

Winter (cooler & dry)

May - October · 18°C - 24°C (64°F - 75°F)

Drier, cooler and more comfortable for beach outings, hiking and exploring without heavy humidity or storm risk.

Cyclone Season

December - March · 25°C - 31°C (77°F - 88°F)

Great warmth and lush landscapes, but watch cyclone alerts - travel plans can be disrupted by severe weather.

Best Time to Visit Chemin-Grenier #

Climate

Chemin-Grenier's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with hot summers (peaking in January) and warm winters (coldest in August). Temperatures range from 17°C to 29°C. Abundant rainfall (1678 mm/year), wettest in February.

Best Time to Visit

OctoberSeptemberNovember

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

32°

Warmest Month

19°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

January

January is the warmest month with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (236 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

26°

Feels Like Warm

26°C

Temperature

23° – 29°

77%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

236 mm

Rainfall

2.6 m/s

Wind

Calm

3.0

UV Index

Extreme

13.1h daylight

February

February is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (259 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

26°

Feels Like Warm

26°C

Temperature

23° – 29°

77%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

259 mm

Rainfall

2.5 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.8

UV Index

Extreme

12.7h daylight

March

March is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (214 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

25°

Feels Like Warm

25°C

Temperature

22° – 29°

78%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

214 mm

Rainfall

2.8 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.4

UV Index

Extreme

12.1h daylight

April

April is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (198 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

76 Very Good

Comfort

25°

Feels Like Warm

25°C

Temperature

22° – 28°

77%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

198 mm

Rainfall

3.1 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.9

UV Index

Very High

11.5h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (144 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

23°

Feels Like Mild

23°C

Temperature

20° – 26°

74%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

144 mm

Rainfall

3.4 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.4

UV Index

High

11.0h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 18°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

21°

Feels Like Mild

21°C

Temperature

18° – 24°

73%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

91 mm

Rainfall

2.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.2

UV Index

High

10.8h daylight

July

July is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 18°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

76 Very Good

Comfort

20°

Feels Like Mild

20°C

Temperature

18° – 23°

73%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

95 mm

Rainfall

4.1 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.2

UV Index

High

10.9h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 17°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

80 Excellent

Comfort

20°

Feels Like Mild

20°C

Temperature

17° – 23°

72%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

91 mm

Rainfall

3.5 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.5

UV Index

Very High

11.3h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

84 Excellent

Comfort

21°

Feels Like Mild

21°C

Temperature

18° – 24°

71%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

57 mm

Rainfall

3.3 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.9

UV Index

Very High

11.9h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

86 Excellent

Comfort

22°

Feels Like Mild

22°C

Temperature

19° – 25°

72%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

57 mm

Rainfall

3.1 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

2.4

UV Index

Extreme

12.4h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

84 Excellent

Comfort

24°

Feels Like Mild

24°C

Temperature

20° – 27°

73%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

74 mm

Rainfall

3.2 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

2.7

UV Index

Extreme

13.0h daylight

December

December is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (162 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

76 Very Good

Comfort

25°

Feels Like Warm

25°C

Temperature

22° – 28°

74%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

162 mm

Rainfall

3.4 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

2.9

UV Index

Extreme

13.2h daylight

How to Get to Chemin-Grenier

By Air

By Train & Bus

Where to Stay in Chemin-Grenier #

Budget

Chemin-Grenier / Le Morne vicinity - $30-90/night

Chemin‑Grenier has a handful of budget guesthouses and self-catering options close to the shore; quieter than tourist hubs.

Local guesthouses - Small inns and rooms near the beach.
Airbnb options - Private rooms and flats.

Mid-Range

Le Morne / south-west coast - $120-300/night

Mid-range and upscale beachfront resorts cluster around Le Morne, a short drive from Chemin‑Grenier.

Dinarobin Beachcomber - Boutique resort near Le Morne.
LUX* Le Morne - Stylish mid-luxury beachfront hotel.

Luxury

Le Morne luxury strip - $300+/night

Luxury resorts near Le Morne offer full amenities and water activities; Chemin‑Grenier is a quieter base close to these hotels.

The St. Regis Mauritius Resort - High-end beachfront resort.
Constance Le Morne - Luxury service and watersports.

Where to Eat in Chemin-Grenier #

Breakdown of cuisine types found across Chemin-Grenier's restaurants and food venues, based on OpenStreetMap data.

Local

Regional

Curry

Indian

Seafood

Chicken

Fish

Asian

Deli

Grill

Burger

Creole

French

African

Friture

Noodles

European

Sandwich

Coffee Shop

Steak House

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