Pointe des Aigrettes beach

Good for Relax

6.7

/ 10 Good

#21 out of 22
in Boucan-Canot

About

Pointe des Aigrettes beach is located on the Indian ocean and it is in the 21th place out of 22 beaches in the Reunion region The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and light sand & pebble cover, so it is recommended to wear special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Pointe des Aigrettes beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature, sea pool. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.

5 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Plage De L'Hermitage, which has a rating of 8.3.

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Historical

+23 ^oC +20 ^oC

Air temperature

4.9 M/S

Wind

+27 ^oC

Water temperature

2.4 M

Wave height

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Beach overall scores

Water

Exceptional

9.5/10

Cover

Frustrating

4.3/10

Cleanliness

Good

7/10

Amenities

Bad

1/10

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Pointe des Aigrettes beach is located in Reunion within Boucan-Canot, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the coast of the Réunion island, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

User reviews

"Seldom busy, no refreshments or dining options available. Enjoy a pleasant stroll to Saint Gilles, especially during low tide."

Erik LeRoy

"Tranquil shoreline perfect for a leisurely stroll or watching the sunset. While there are no beachside eateries, a supermarket, fast food joint, and bakery are conveniently located nearby."

Perrin

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User reviews

"Seldom busy, no refreshments or dining options available. Enjoy a pleasant stroll to Saint Gilles, especially during low tide."

Erik LeRoy

"Tranquil shoreline perfect for a leisurely stroll or watching the sunset. While there are no beachside eateries, a supermarket, fast food joint, and bakery are conveniently located nearby."

Perrin

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General features

ownership
- Public free entry
- Virgin beach with no amenities
sharks
- Low prevalence of sharks
occupancy
- Moderate in high season
- Popularity of the region among tourists - medium, individual tourism
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location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach

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Nearest Beaches

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.2 (Good)

Boucan-Canot, Reunion

Boucan Canot Beach

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Boucan-Canot 0.2 km

Saint-Gilles-les-Bains, Reunion

Black Rocks Beach

7.7

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom

Saint-Gilles-les-Bains 0.2 km

La Saline les Bains, Reunion

Hermitage Beach

Plage De L'Hermitage

8.3

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

La Saline les Bains 2.3 km

La Saline les Bains, Reunion

Saline Beach

7.6

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Light sand & pebble, Turquoise water

La Saline les Bains 0.3 km

Beach surroundings

Restaurants Attractions Transport Localities

Restaurants

Burger king• 5 min walk
Les Brûleries de la...• 16 min walk
Le Grand Large• 20 min walk
Boucan Canot• 21 min walk

Attractions

Grand Fond• 10 min walk
Cap Homard• 11 min walk
Petit Boucan• 14 min walk
Trapèze Mascareignes• 20 min walk

Transport

RUN• 35.2km
L'Océan Bus Terminal• 30.7km

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What is the water and sand quality of the Pointe des Aigrettes beach?

Pointe des Aigrettes beach has a light sand and pebble cover. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and rocks, so it is highly recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Pointe des Aigrettes beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Pointe des Aigrettes beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Pointe des Aigrettes beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Pointe des Aigrettes beach is partially protected from waves.

So the overall recommendation of the Pointe des Aigrettes beach for swimming is very positive.

Is the Pointe des Aigrettes beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Pointe des Aigrettes beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Pointe des Aigrettes beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Pointe des Aigrettes beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Pointe des Aigrettes beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Burger king is the closest place located 400 meters from the beach.

How far is the Pointe des Aigrettes beach from parking?

The Pointe des Aigrettes beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters.

Are there any attractions nearby Pointe des Aigrettes beach?

There are 4 attractions near Pointe des Aigrettes beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Grand Fond located in 0.7 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Pointe des Aigrettes beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Pointe des Aigrettes beach is February. Its average value reaches 26°C. The warmest sea is in February, the average value is 29°C. The coldest month is August with air temperature 20°C and water 24°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Pointe des Aigrettes beach (Réunion island) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Pointe des Aigrettes beach (Réunion island) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.