Turquoise lagoons, white beaches and all-inclusive resorts on one island — choose the lively north and west coasts or the calm south and east, then combine Mauritius with Seychelles, Madagascar, a Kenya safari, Dubai or Istanbul.
Quick Answer: All Mauritius holidays are based on the main island. We mostly recommend the north and west coasts (Grand Baie, Trou aux Biches, Flic en Flac, Le Morne) for easier access to restaurants, shopping and excursions and livelier resorts, while the south and east coasts (Belle Mare, Blue Bay, Bel Ombre) are best for quiet relaxation, wellness and meditation. Mauritius combines easily with Seychelles (≈3-hour direct flight), Madagascar (≈2 hours), Kenya (≈4.5 hours), Dubai (≈7 hours) and Istanbul (≈9.5 hours). The best months are April–June and September–December.
🏖️ Where to Stay in Mauritius – Choosing the Right Coast
Mauritius is one island, but each coast feels different. Choosing the right coast is the most important decision for your holiday — here’s how we match travelers to hotels.
🌅 North Coast
Our top pick · lively & convenient
The busiest and most sociable part of the island — calm lagoons, restaurants, shopping and the widest choice of excursions right on your doorstep.
Main areas: Grand Baie, Trou aux Biches, Pereybère, Mont Choisy, Cap Malheureux
Highlights
- Grand Baie restaurants, bars & shopping
- Catamaran trips to the northern islets
- Cap Malheureux red-roof church
- Pamplemousses Botanical Garden
👉 Best for: Families, couples & first-time visitors
🌇 West Coast
Our top pick · sunsets & activities
Sheltered beaches with the island’s best sunsets, dolphin trips and easy access to Le Morne, Chamarel and the national park.
Main areas: Flic en Flac, Tamarin, Black River, Le Morne
Highlights
- Swimming with dolphins off Tamarin
- Le Morne Brabant (UNESCO) & the underwater waterfall view
- Chamarel Seven Coloured Earth
- Black River Gorges National Park
👉 Best for: Active travelers, honeymooners & sunset lovers
🧘 South & East Coasts
Quiet · wellness & relaxation
Long wild beaches, luxury resorts and a slower pace — ideal for switching off, spa days, yoga and meditation.
Main areas: Belle Mare, Trou d’Eau Douce, Blue Bay, Bel Ombre
Highlights
- Île aux Cerfs island day trip
- Blue Bay Marine Park snorkeling
- Gris Gris cliffs & wild south coast
- Luxury spa & wellness resorts
👉 Best for: Relaxation, wellness & meditation retreats
🐬 Best Things to Do in Mauritius
Early-morning boat trips off Tamarin Bay on the west coast.
Full-day trips to Île aux Cerfs or the northern islets with BBQ lunch.
Seven Coloured Earth and Chamarel Waterfall in the southwest.
UNESCO mountain with the famous ‘underwater waterfall’ view from the air.
Hiking trails, viewpoints and endemic birds in the national park.
Glass-bottom boats and snorkeling over coral gardens.
Caudan Waterfront, Central Market and the colonial capital.
Parasailing, undersea walks, submarines, kitesurfing and diving.
🌍 Mauritius Combination Tours
Mauritius is a natural second stop after a safari or a city break. Flight times below are approximate non-stop durations unless noted — schedules change, so we confirm routing at booking.
🇲🇺🇸🇨 Mauritius + Seychelles
✈️ Direct flights · ≈2 h 50 min
- Mauritius beach resort
- Mahé, Praslin & La Digue
- Two island styles in one trip
👉 Best for: Honeymooners & beach lovers
🇲🇺🇲🇬 Mauritius + Madagascar
✈️ Direct flights to Antananarivo · ≈2 h
- Mauritius beach stay
- Antananarivo, lemurs & baobabs
- Nosy Be via Antananarivo
👉 Best for: Nature & adventure
🇲🇺🇰🇪 Mauritius + Kenya Safari
✈️ Direct Nairobi flights (Kenya Airways) · ≈4 h 20 min
- Masai Mara, Nakuru & Naivasha safari
- Nairobi
- Beach finish in Mauritius
👉 Best for: The classic bush + beach trip
🇲🇺🇹🇿 Mauritius + Tanzania / Zanzibar
✈️ No direct flight · 1 connection (usually via Nairobi)
- Serengeti & Ngorongoro safari
- Optional Zanzibar beach stop
- Mauritius resort finish
👉 Best for: Great Migration + beach
🇲🇺🇰🇲 Mauritius + Comoros
✈️ No direct flight · 1 connection (e.g. Nairobi, Addis Ababa or Antananarivo)
- Grande Comore & Moroni
- Volcanic landscapes & untouched beaches
- Mauritius resort stay
👉 Best for: Off-the-beaten-path island hoppers
🇲🇺🇦🇪 Mauritius + Dubai
✈️ Direct Emirates flights, several daily · ≈6 h 45 min
- Dubai city & desert safari
- Burj Khalifa & Dubai Mall
- Mauritius beach holiday
👉 Best for: City + beach stopover
🇲🇺🇹🇷 Mauritius + Istanbul
✈️ Direct Turkish Airlines flights · ≈9 h 30 min
- Istanbul: Hagia Sophia, Bosphorus & bazaars
- Stopover of 2–4 nights
- Mauritius beach holiday
👉 Best for: Culture + beach
🇲🇺🇷🇪 Mauritius + Réunion
✈️ Direct flights · ≈45 min
- Piton de la Fournaise volcano
- Cirques & hiking trails
- Mauritius lagoon stay
👉 Best for: Hikers & nature lovers
✅ Our Mauritius Travel Services
4★ and 5★ resorts on every coast, all-inclusive and half-board options.
Private and shared transfers from SSR International Airport.
Catamaran cruises, dolphin trips, Chamarel, Le Morne and island tours.
Romantic dinners, spa treatments and room upgrades.
Flights and stopovers for Seychelles, Madagascar, Kenya, Dubai and Istanbul.
Net rates and full ground handling for travel agencies.
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☀️ Best Time to Visit Mauritius
Warm, drier and less humid — one of the best-value periods.
Cooler winter months; windier on the south and east — ideal for kitesurfing.
Sunny, dry and warming up — peak season, especially at Christmas.
Hot and humid summer with more rain and a risk of cyclones; lower prices.
👉 In the cooler months (June–August), the north and west coasts are more sheltered and usually warmer than the south and east.
Essential Mauritius Travel Information
Capital
Port Louis
Currency
Mauritian Rupee (MUR)
Time Zone
MUT · UTC+4
Languages
English, French & Mauritian Creole
Dialing Code
+230
Electricity
230V · 50Hz · Type C & G
Main Airport
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam (MRU)
Driving
Left-hand traffic
FAQ – Mauritius Tour Packages
For most travelers we recommend the north (Grand Baie, Trou aux Biches) or west coast (Flic en Flac, Le Morne) — easier access to restaurants, shopping and excursions, and livelier resorts. The south and east coasts are best for quiet relaxation, wellness and meditation.
7 nights is ideal for a beach holiday with 2–3 excursions. Add 4–5 nights for a combination with Seychelles, Madagascar or a Kenya safari.
Yes. There are direct flights from Mauritius to Seychelles (about 2 hours 50 minutes) and to Antananarivo, Madagascar (about 2 hours).
Yes. Kenya Airways flies directly between Nairobi and Mauritius, making Kenya + Mauritius the easiest safari-and-beach combination. Tanzania and Zanzibar are also possible with one connection.
April–June and September–December offer the best weather. January–March is hot and humid with a higher chance of cyclones.
Many nationalities receive a free visa on arrival or can enter visa-free, but rules depend on your nationality. Check the official requirements before booking.
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