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Mauritius Republic Guide

Country’s info

The republic of Mauritius is an island located in continent Africa’s southeast. It also comprises of the Agalega, Rodriguez and Cargados Carajos islands. The main languages in the island of Mauritius are English, Mauritian Creole and French, with English being the official language.

Why should I go to Mauritius?

If you are looking for the definition of beauty, then Mauritius is the answer. The Indian Ocean’s turquoise waters that are crystal clear are simply fascinating. Mauritius attractions offer cultural, color and taste diversity which makes holidaying in Mauritius. While in Mauritius, you will enjoy the white sand beaches that are coral reef protected to the south where it falls off and reveals cliffs and wild waters. Some of the best beaches in Mauritius are the Grand bay, Belle Mare, Pereybere, Le Morne and Tamarin among others.

There are quite a variety of water sports you can take part in like sailing, scuba diving, under sea walking, water skiing and wind surfing without forgetting sunbathing. You can also enjoy the exotic gardens and wildlife.       

How do I get to Mauritius?

The best way to get to Mauritius is by plane. The main entry point to Mauritius is the international airport of Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam which is the hub for air Mauritius among other major airlines. The airport handles flights to and from major cities around the world at regular basis. The airport offers the basic airport facilities such as restaurants, banking and money exchange facilities, a post office and shopping malls. The airport also has two VIP lounges.

How do I move from the airport and around Mauritius?

Once you are done with the airport business, there are several transport modes from which you can choose to your destination.

Taxis

It is possible to use a taxi from the airport. There are quite a number of taxis waiting just outside the arrival terminals at the airport. It is advisable to agree on a price before boarding the taxi as the meters seldom work and you can easily get ripped off in case you had not agreed on the fare.

Buses  

The bus is the most common means of public transport. There are buses from the airport that ply various routes. You will be required to walk to the bus terminals and wait for a bus.

Car rental

Car rental is the ideal way to travel around Mauritius. When you rent a car in Mauritius, you avoid the delays of the buses and hustles of the taxi drivers over fare. There are quite a number of car rental agencies in Mauritius that offer a wide range of cars to suit all travel needs.

The roads in Mauritius are in great condition and you will love your driving experience. When you rent a car in Mauritius, you will be more flexible and you will visit as many beaches as you like and beautiful sceneries without worrying about missing the bus or escalating taxi fare.

It is advisable to rent a car from a car hire company that is registered and you can easily tell this as all the registered car rental agencies have yellow plates. It is possible to get cheap car hire in Mauritius as well as discounts for advance booking.

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