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Come and experience the real Mauritius

About Mauritius

  • Geographical Area

    1865 km2

  • Population

    1.3 million inhabitants

  • Point le plus haut

    Le Piton de la Rivière Noire

  • Capital

    Port-Louis

  • Political nature of the State

    Parliamentary Democratic Republic

  • Languages

    English, French, Mauritian Creole, Asian languages

  • Religions

    Hinduism (48 %), Catholicism (24 %), Islam (17 %)

  • Time difference

    GMT/UTC + 4 h

  • Currency

    The Mauritian Rupee
    (symbol is Rs. or MUR)

  • Weather

    Pleasant tropical climate, with an annual average temperature between 20 to 31°C; summer season from November to April, while temperatures are cooler from June to September.

Life on the island

Mauritius is a fascinating country to discover with its cultural diversity, rich culinary flavours, beautiful landscapes, fauna and flora, and numerous activities. For us, Mauritius is not only a tropical destination: it is an emotion, an encounter, and a warm and spontaneous welcome.

Modernity and tradition

Whether you are looking for a modern or traditional Mauritius, or on holiday for adventure or relaxation, the island has an undeniable power of seduction and keeps its promises of delighting you with an unforgettable holiday!

You will have only one desire: to come back…

Discover Mauritius

Discovery of the West

Discovery of the West

The western coast of Mauritius is recognized for its stunning scenery, sandy beaches, hiking trails, coastal communities, and the enigmatic Le Morne Barbant mountain, a UNESCO […]

From the South to the East of Mauritius

From the South to the East of Mauritius

Between the charming fishing village of Trou d’Eau Douce, the historic town of Mahébourg, the famous ‘Tea Adventure’ linking Curepipe to Souillac, and the magnificent region […]

Useful info for your stay in Mauritius

Useful info for your stay in Mauritius

Entry and visa formalities Nationals of the European Union countries don’t need a visa to stay in Mauritius for a period not exceeding 3 months. Conditions required: Valid […]

Our Top 5

Our Top 5

Are you looking for the best activities and attractions in Mauritius ? Here is our Top 5 per category: nautical activities, family, nature, culture and even for rainy days! […]

Golf Holiday in Mauritius

Golf Holiday in Mauritius

Mauritius has become a golfing paradise in just a few years, with a dozen of international level golf courses and international tournaments regularly organised and more and more […]

A hint to our history

A hint to our history

The multicultural island The traveller coming to Mauritius for the first time will be surprised to discover the variety of ethnic groups that makes up the population of the […]