The boat pier in front of Club Med La Pointe aux Canonniers.


With some locals enjoying a swim.


Just offshore was a boat towing a parasail.


Flying high above the water.


At about 3pm we were getting a little hungry so headed to a food stall for a snack.


And shared some tasty samosas before heading back to Grand Baie.


After an afternoon nap back at the hotel I went out to explore more of Grand Baie.


A field of sugarcane just outside town. Sugarcane is grown on about 90% of the agricultural area in the country and accounts for 25% of export earnings.


The Royal Princess moored in Grand Baie.


Looking down on the rows of sun loungers at the five star Royal Palm Beachcomber Luxury where room rates start from $900 a night.


And chilling in the pool at our mere €100 a night hotel.


Rianda enjoying a few laps.


And a great way to freshen up at the end of a relaxing day.


In the evening we headed to a local seafood restaurant, Le Capitaine, for dinner.


After a quick look at the à la carte menu we decided to try the seven course dégustation menu.


Bread and some water to start.


Our first starter, tian of crab and avacado.


Next was the ravioli of foie gras with Thai broth and pearl of fruits. It was my first dégustation experience and as well as the intriguing and wonderful tastes the presentation really added something too.


The duck springroll with sweet rhubarb jam.


After the delicious three starters we were then served the lemongrass sorbet to cleanse the palate.


The first main course, the maple and ginger peking salmon served with rice.


Followed by the very tasty filet mignon of venison with curry sauce, cumin paratha and raita.


And finishing with a trio of desserts. A great way to end an amazing meal and introduction to Mauritian cuisine.


And superb value for 2,365 MUR ($65) for the two of us.