Mauritius travel blog
Guides, tips & itineraries for Mauritius
Practical Mauritius travel guides from a local tour operator: the best time to visit, things to do, airport transfer advice, day-by-day itineraries, top beaches and waterfalls, and how to save money on tours and transfers.
Best Time to Visit Mauritius: A Month-by-Month Guide
A practical month-by-month guide to Mauritius weather, seasons and prices, with the best windows for beaches, diving, hiking and whale watching.
Read guide →The Best Things to Do in Mauritius
A practical guide to the best things to do in Mauritius, organised by interest, with real places, realistic prices and tips on how to plan and book.
Read guide →Mauritius Airport Transfer: The Complete Guide
Everything you need to get from SSR Airport to your Mauritius hotel: real transfer options, honest EUR prices, scams to avoid, and how to pre-book before you fly.
Read guide →How to Get Around Mauritius: Taxis, Transfers & Car Hire
A practical, honest guide to getting around Mauritius: realistic taxi fares, private driver-guides, the bus network, car and scooter rental, and stress-free airport transfers.
Read guide →The 12 Best Beaches in Mauritius
A region-by-region roundup of the 12 best beaches in Mauritius, with honest notes on what each is good for, from calm family lagoons to surf and kitesurfing.
Read guide →The Best Waterfalls in Mauritius
A practical guide to the best waterfalls in Mauritius, including Chamarel, Tamarind Falls and Rochester Falls, with seasons, costs and tips on how to visit each one.
Read guide →The Perfect 7-Day Mauritius Itinerary
A region-by-region 7-day plan for Mauritius covering the north, wild south, east lagoons and dramatic west, with realistic prices, driving times and honest advice.
Read guide →Swimming with Dolphins in Mauritius: Where, When & How
A practical, honest guide to swimming with wild dolphins in Mauritius: Tamarin Bay, the best season and time, the ethics that matter, and how to book a responsible trip.
Read guide →Île aux Cerfs: The Complete Visitor Guide
A practical, honest guide to visiting Île aux Cerfs in Mauritius: how to get there, catamaran vs speedboat, realistic costs, what to do, and timing tips.
Read guide →Mauritius on a Budget: How to Save on Tours & Transfers
A practical guide to spending less in Mauritius: skip hotel markups, book transfers and tours direct, choose the right vehicle, and time your trip to the off-season.
Read guide →Catamaran Cruises in Mauritius: Which One to Choose
A practical guide to catamaran cruises in Mauritius, comparing Ile aux Cerfs, the northern islands and west-coast routes, with honest tips on prices, seasons and booking.
Read guide →Mauritius with Kids: A Family Travel Guide
A practical, honest guide to visiting Mauritius with children: calm family beaches, Casela and La Vanille parks, safe activities and stress-free ways to get around the island.
Read guide →The Ultimate Mauritius Honeymoon Guide
A practical, honest guide to a Mauritius honeymoon: where to stay, the most romantic experiences, sunset cruises, private tours, and the best time of year to visit.
Read guide →North vs South Mauritius: Where to Stay
An honest comparison of north and south Mauritius across scenery, beaches, nightlife, families and budget, to help you pick the right base for your holiday.
Read guide →Snorkeling in Mauritius: The Best Spots
A practical, honest guide to the best snorkeling spots in Mauritius, from the Blue Bay marine park to Trou aux Biches and the northern islets, with seasons, prices and tips.
Read guide →Scuba Diving in Mauritius: Sites & Seasons
An honest guide to scuba diving in Mauritius, covering the best reef and wreck sites, certification options, seasonal conditions, and how to pick a safe, reputable dive operator.
Read guide →Hiking Le Morne Brabant: A Complete Guide
Everything you need to hike Le Morne Brabant: the route, real difficulty, why a guide is required for the summit, timing, packing, and the mountain's history.
Read guide →Black River Gorges National Park: Hiking Guide
A practical, honest hiking guide to Mauritius's Black River Gorges National Park, covering the main trails, viewpoints, wildlife, both entrances and what to pack.
Read guide →Tamarind Falls (7 Cascades): Visitor Guide
Everything you need to plan a visit to Tamarind Falls (7 Cascades): viewpoints versus the full hike, swimming spots, difficulty, costs and honest safety advice.
Read guide →Chamarel: Seven Coloured Earths & Waterfall Guide
A practical guide to Chamarel in southwest Mauritius: the Seven Coloured Earths, the island's tallest waterfall, ticket prices, the rum distillery combo, and when to go.
Read guide →Grand Bassin (Ganga Talao): Visitor Guide
A local operator's honest guide to Grand Bassin (Ganga Talao): the sacred lake, its temples and giant statues, the Maha Shivaratri pilgrimage, visitor etiquette and how to get there.
Read guide →Casela Nature Park: Tickets, Tips & What to Do
A practical, honest guide to Casela Nature Park in western Mauritius: ticket types and prices, the best activities for families and thrill-seekers, and when to go.
Read guide →Port Louis: The Best Things to Do in the Capital
A practical local guide to Port Louis, Mauritius: its market, waterfront, UNESCO sites, the Citadel and Chinatown, with a half-day plan that actually works.
Read guide →Mauritian Food: 15 Dishes You Must Try
A practical guide to the 15 Mauritian dishes worth seeking out, from dholl puri and gateaux piments to rougaille and biryani, with real prices and where to find them.
Read guide →A Guide to Street Food in Mauritius
A practical guide to Mauritian street food: what to eat, where to find it, the best markets, realistic prices, safety tips and the must-try dishes you should not miss.
Read guide →Whale & Dolphin Watching in Mauritius
A practical, honest guide to whale and dolphin watching on Mauritius's west coast, covering the best season, ethical viewing, what to expect on the water, and how to book.
Read guide →Kitesurfing in Mauritius: Spots & Seasons
A practical guide to kitesurfing in Mauritius, covering Le Morne and Anse la Raie, the best wind season, schools, prices, and what each spot suits which level.
Read guide →Deep Sea Fishing in Mauritius
A practical guide to deep sea fishing in Mauritius, covering the marlin and tuna you can catch, the best months, where the boats leave from, and what a charter really costs.
Read guide →Visiting Mauritius in December
December puts Mauritius in warm summer mode with festive energy and busy beaches. Here is honest, practical advice on weather, crowds, prices and what to do.
Read guide →Cyclone Season in Mauritius: What to Know
A clear, honest look at Mauritius cyclone season: when it runs, how warning classes work, how to stay safe, and whether a summer trip is still worth booking.
Read guide →Currency & Money in Mauritius: A Practical Guide
A clear, honest guide to money in Mauritius: the rupee, paying by card, ATMs, tipping, whether to bring euros or dollars, and what things actually cost.
Read guide →SIM Cards & Internet in Mauritius: A Practical Guide
Everything you need to stay connected in Mauritius: local SIM cards, eSIM options, where to buy, realistic data plan prices, mobile coverage and wifi advice.
Read guide →Is Mauritius Safe? A Traveler Safety Guide
Mauritius is one of the safest holiday islands in the Indian Ocean, but a few sensible precautions around the sea, sun, taxis and petty theft go a long way.
Read guide →Mauritius Visa & Entry Requirements: What You Need to Know
A practical, honest guide to entering Mauritius: who gets visa-free entry, the online arrival card, passport and onward-ticket rules, and what immigration actually checks.
Read guide →What to Pack for Mauritius
A practical, honest packing list for Mauritius covering clothing, reef-safe sunscreen and water shoes, broken down by the island's summer and winter seasons.
Read guide →Île aux Cerfs vs Blue Bay: Which Lagoon Day?
A side-by-side, honest comparison of Île aux Cerfs and Blue Bay: what each lagoon day involves, who each suits, what it costs and how to plan the trip.
Read guide →The Best Day Trips from Grand Baie
Grand Baie is the ideal base for exploring Mauritius. Here are the best day trips north, to the islands, into Port Louis and across the dramatic south, with honest tips and prices.
Read guide →The Best Day Trips from Flic-en-Flac
A practical, honest guide to the best day trips from Flic-en-Flac, covering Casela, Chamarel, the south-west coast, dolphin swims and Black River Gorges with real distances and prices.
Read guide →The Best Sunset Spots in Mauritius
A practical, honest guide to the best places to watch the sunset in Mauritius, from the west coast beaches and Le Morne to Tamarin and catamaran cruises.
Read guide →Mauritius Markets: Port Louis, Flacq & Quatre Bornes
A practical, honest guide to the island's three best markets, covering what to buy, which days to go, how to bargain, what to eat and what to expect.
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