Visiting Mauritius
Written by people who live here: which beaches are worth the drive, what things really cost, how to get around without a car, and the food you should not leave without trying.
Plan the trip
Visas, budget, weather and where to base yourself.
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More: First-time visitors · Itineraries · Where to stay · Budget & prices · Weather & seasons · Safety · Phones & internet
Beaches and the sea
Public beaches, lagoons, reefs and boat trips.
- Things to Do in Grand Baie Planning a trip to Grand Baie? Discover the best things to do, beaches, boat…
- Top 10 Beaches in Mauritius Here are the top 10 beaches in Mauritius for swimming and relaxing. Pack your…
- Plaine des Roches – The Volcanic Heartland of the East Planning a trip to the east? Here is why Plaine des Roches needs to…
- Poste Lafayette Beach – The Wild Child of Mauritius Poste Lafayette Beach reveals Mauritius before resorts, wind-carved rock, roaring waves, picnic shade, and…
- A Guide to Visiting Île au Phare (Lighthouse Island) Île au Phare Mauritius reveals lighthouse ruins, exile history, and the Battle of Grand…
More: Beaches · Snorkeling & diving · Islets & day trips
Hikes and nature
Viewpoints, trails, waterfalls and wildlife.
- How Sugar Shaped Mauritius: From Plantations to L’Aventure du Sucre Discover how sugar shaped Mauritius through plantations, slavery, indentured labour and economic change, ending…
- Grand Bassin Temple Planning to visit the sacred Ganga Talao? This Grand Bassin Temple Guide covers everything…
- La Nicolière Viewpoint – Complete Visitor Guide Need a break from the beach heat? La Nicolière Viewpoint offers cool breezes, stunning…
- Skydiving in Mauritius – Taking The Big Leap Thinking of jumping out of a plane? Here is the real scoop on skydiving…
- Le Morne Brabant – A Sacred Symbol of Resistance Planning a visit to Le Morne Brabant? From the tragic history of the maroons…
More: Hiking & nature · Wildlife · Activities & adventure
Eat, drink and shop
Street food, restaurants by area, markets and souvenirs.
- Port Louis Central Market: Opening Hours, Food & Shopping Guide Visiting Port Louis Central Market in Mauritius? Find opening hours, local food, souvenirs, parking…
- Divali in Mauritius: Lights, Traditions & Festive Sweets Discover how Divali is celebrated in Mauritius, from glowing oil lamps and homemade gato…
- Mauritius VAT Refund: A Tourist Guide Learn how the Mauritius VAT refund works for tourists, including the Rs2,300 minimum purchase,…
- Best Breakfast in Mauritius: 8 Cafés & Brunch Spots Looking for breakfast in Mauritius? Discover 8 great cafés and brunch spots in Grand…
- Best Dholl Puri in Mauritius: 8 Spots Worth Trying Looking for the best dholl puri in Mauritius? Try these local favourites in Rose…
- Premier League 2026/27 in Mauritius: Fixtures, Kickoff Times, and TV Guide View Premier League 2026/27 fixtures in Mauritius Time, including the opening weekend, schedule, major…
More: Street food · Restaurants · Mauritian dishes · Markets · Shopping & souvenirs · Nightlife
Where on the island?
- Central plateauCurepipe, Quatre Bornes, Rose Hill and Vacoas.
- EastBelle Mare, Trou d’Eau Douce and Ile aux Cerfs.
- NorthGrand Baie, Pereybere, Trou aux Biches and the northern islets.
- Port LouisThe capital: markets, the waterfront and street food.
- SouthGrand Bassin, Bel Ombre and the wild southern coast.
- SoutheastMahebourg, Blue Bay and Ile aux Aigrettes.
- SouthwestLe Morne, Chamarel and the Black River Gorges.
- WestFlic en Flac, Tamarin and the sunset coast.
