Mauritius Travel Guide — Country Guide

Mauritius Travel Guide 🇲🇺

Complete travel guide to Mauritius — tropical beaches, lagoons, coral reefs, mountains, luxury resorts & island culture

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📌 Quick Facts

🏙 Capital Port Louis
🌍 Geography Indian Ocean island nation
💱 Currency Mauritian Rupee (MUR)
🗣 Language English · French · Creole
⏱ Time Zone GMT +4
🔌 Plug Type Type C · G — 230V
Mauritius is famous for beaches, lagoons, and luxury island resorts.

🛂 Visa & Entry Rules

Visa-free (many) Passport valid 6+ months Return ticket
  • Visa-free entry for many nationalities
  • Stay up to 60–90 days
  • Proof of accommodation recommended

🗓 Best Time to Visit

🌤 May–Nov Dry & pleasant — best time
🌧 Dec–Apr Hot, humid & cyclone risk
🏖 Beaches Great year-round
🤿 Diving Best Nov–Apr

💰 Average Trip Budget

  • 🎒 Budget — $45–65 / ₹3,800–₹5,400
  • 🏨 Mid-range — $100–150 / ₹8,300–₹12,500
  • 🏝 Luxury resorts — $250+ / ₹20,000+

🗺 Top Places to Visit

Port Louis Grand Baie Le Morne Brabant Chamarel Flic en Flac Île aux Cerfs

🚇 Transport & Getting Around

  • Rental cars very common
  • Buses cover the island
  • Taxis widely available

📶 Mobile SIM & Internet

  • Providers — My.T · Emtel
  • Excellent 4G coverage
  • Affordable tourist SIMs

💵 Money & Payments

  • Cards widely accepted
  • ATMs easily available
  • Cash useful for small shops

🍽 Food & Local Cuisine

  • Seafood curries
  • Dholl puri
  • Gateaux piments
  • Creole & Indian fusion food

🛡 Safety & Travel Awareness

  • Very safe destination
  • Low crime rate
  • Standard precautions advised

🧳 Suggested 5-Day Itinerary

  • Day 1 — Arrive & relax on the beach
  • Day 2 — Port Louis & markets
  • Day 3 — Chamarel & Black River Gorges
  • Day 4 — Île aux Cerfs day trip
  • Day 5 — Le Morne & sunset cruise

❓ FAQs

Is Mauritius safe for tourists?
Yes, Mauritius is one of the safest island destinations.

Is English spoken?
Yes, English and French are widely spoken.

Is Mauritius good for honeymoon?
Yes, it is one of the world’s top honeymoon destinations.

What is Mauritius best known for?
Beaches, lagoons, luxury resorts, and island culture.

🚨 Emergency Numbers

👮 Police 999
🚑 Ambulance 114
🔥 Fire 115
🩺 Tourist Help Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority

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