Grand Baie Center Car Hire

Grand Baie is Mauritius's northern tourism hub, featuring a lively selection of restaurants, shops, and nightclubs along the beautiful bay. With 21 rental companies to choose from, it's easy to secure a car rental to explore northern Mauritius. Port Louis is located about 20 km south and is reached in approximately 25 minutes via the M2 highway.

Grand Baie lagoon is perfect for water sports and glass-bottom boat tours to the surrounding islands of Cap Malheureux and Coin de Mire. The village of Pereybere, with its popular public beach, is just 3 km to the north. Every Friday and Saturday evening, the beach promenade fills with locals and tourists.

Rent a car and drive to Cap Malheureux, 8 km to the north, to see the iconic red church and the view toward Coin de Mire Island. Visit Goodlands market, 15 km to the east, on Sundays for local spices and crafts. Avoid driving into Grand Baie center in the middle of the day – traffic is heavy and parking is limited.

How far is it from Grand Baie to the airport? It's about 55 km and takes approximately 60 minutes via M2 and the highway heading south. What type of car works best for exploring northern Mauritius?

A small to mid-size car is sufficient – the roads are paved but can be narrow in villages. Is it possible to drive to Rodrigues from Grand Baie? No, Rodrigues is a separate island and is reached by plane or ferry from Port Louis.

We compare prices from all major providers at Grand Baie Center so you can see the total cost upfront — including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.