Port Louis Central Market

Entry requirements vary by passport. Check the requirements for your specific passport on the Mauritius page at Yoogo.

Mauritius uses the Mauritian Rupee (MUR). Credit and debit cards are widely accepted at hotels, restaurants, and larger shops, though cash is useful at markets, buses, and smaller local businesses.

Mauritius is generally regarded as one of the safer destinations in the Indian Ocean region, with low rates of violent crime directed at tourists. Standard precautions such as keeping valuables secure and being attentive in crowded markets are advisable, as petty theft can occur.

Mauritius has an extensive public bus network connecting the main towns and coastal areas, with fares among the lowest in the region. Taxis are widely available but fares should be agreed in advance, and several car rental companies operate at the airport and in resort areas for those wanting to explore more independently.

The dry season from May to October offers the most settled weather, with comfortable temperatures between 24 and 27 degrees Celsius and lower humidity. The wet season from November to April brings warmer temperatures but also heavier rainfall and an increased risk of tropical cyclones, particularly between January and March.

Mauritian Creole is the most widely spoken language in everyday life, while English is used in government and official contexts and French is common in business and media. Most people working in tourism speak English fluently, and French is also useful in restaurants and shops.

No specific vaccinations are legally required for most visitors, though travellers arriving from a yellow fever zone must present a valid yellow fever certificate. Routine vaccinations including hepatitis A, typhoid, and tetanus are generally recommended by travel health professionals prior to departure.

Tipping is not mandatory but is appreciated for good service. In restaurants, leaving around 10 per cent of the bill is a common gesture, and rounding up taxi fares or leaving a small tip for hotel staff is well received.

eSIM plans for Mauritius are available from numerous international providers including Airalo, and can be purchased and installed before departure on compatible devices. Physical SIM cards from local operators such as My.T (Mauritius Telecom), Emtel, and Chili are also available at the airport and in main towns.

Mauritius is a multi-faith society where Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, and Buddhism coexist, and visitors are expected to dress modestly and remove shoes when entering places of worship. Accepting food or items with the left hand is considered impolite in Indo-Mauritian communities, and keeping voices measured in public is appreciated across all communities.