Mauritius
| Mauritius |
Jan |
Feb |
Mar |
Apr |
May |
Jun |
Jul |
Aug |
Sep |
Oct |
Nov |
Dec |
| Average Temperature (C) |
30 |
29 |
29 |
28 |
26 |
24 |
24 |
24 |
25 |
27 |
28 |
29 |
| Average Rainfall (mm) |
229 |
203 |
229 |
127 |
102 |
76 |
76 |
76 |
51 |
51 |
51 |
102 | Temperatures are a guide and may fluctuate throughout the seasons
Mauritius has so much to offer. Whether you wish to explore or just relax on the beach, the warmth of the Mauritian people will make you feel welcome and the unrivalled hospitality and service plus many world class hotels only adding to the choices available.
The North coast is famous for water sports such as waterskiing, windsurfing and sailing during the day and its trendy bars and restaurants at Grand Baie in the evening.
The East coast has some of the best beaches on the island such as Belle Mare that seems to stretch endlessly along the coast. Scuba diving is particularly special here with more varied underwater life and old shipwrecks to explore.
The West, as you would expect, enjoys some fabulous sunsets which make the perfect back drop to a lazy evening with a tropical cocktail. Surfing is also popular at Tamarin as are dolphin encounters.
The South coast is known for its high cliffs and rugged beauty with attractions such as Valriche Nature Reserve where jeep safaris, nature treks and quad biking are available.
Religion & Language
Mauritius has a multi-ethnic culture with Hindus, Christians, Muslims and Buddhists co-existing peacefully. The official language is English although French, Creole, Hindi and Bhojpuri are also spoken.
Climate
Lovely weather prevails around the year on the island. The temperature on the coastal areas varies between 22C in winter and 34C in summer. Sea temperature varies between 22C and 27C. The western and northern regions are warmer and relatively drier than the east and the south. However, December to February is the cyclone-prone period.
What to Wear
Mauritius has a very relaxed dress code which is ideal for the climate. In the evenings gentlemen will be expected to wear long trousers and sometimes tailored shirts in hotel restaurants and for ladies, smart casual. For the daytime, beach and casual wear. Nudism is not welcome. In the winter months (June-September) you may need a light cover-up for the cooler evenings. Visitors are requested to dress appropriately (no shorts mini-skirts etc.) when visiting religious shrines, and to remove shoes when entering temples and mosques. Whenever you travel, remember that the tropical sun is very strong and even on overcast days you should take great care to cover up and use high factor suntan protection. A hat and sunglasses are recommended
Passports
Your passport should be valid for at least 6 months after your return date.
Visa Required
British and Irish passport holders do not require a visa.
Vaccinations
Polio, Tetanus, Hepatitis A are recommended. A yellow fever certificate is essential if you are arriving from an infected area. More information can be found at www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk.
Local Currency
Mauritian Rupee (MUR).
Time Difference
GMT +4 (GMT +5 end October to end March)
Electricity
220 volts.
The Foreign & Commonwealth Travel Advice Unit may have issued information about your holiday destination.
You are advised to check this information on their website www.fco.gov.uk/knowbeforeyougo
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