Mauritius FAQs
Air Mauritius is the home carrier and operates a network of routes to the local islands and to international destinations in Africa, Australia, Europe and Asia.
The nationals of many countries, including most Western countries do not need a visa in advance.
Fairly good and numerous bus services ply the island. Taking the bus is the most economical way of travelling. Air-conditioned buses have been recently introduced on some routes.
Sunglasses, sun lotions,light cotton clothes and first aid medical needs.
Tropical, modified by southeast trade winds; warm, dry winter (May to November); hot, wet, humid summer (November to May)
Generally speaking, the period from April to October is the best timing. However, traveling in a winter tour can still be pleasant because of saving your tour budgets and avoiding the tourist crowds.
Mauritius is a risk area for infection with dengue fever (also known as "breakbone fever" from the muscular paroxysms sometimes induced). No vaccine is available. However no cases of dengue fever have been recorded in the country for several years now.
The Mauritians all get on well together and respect each others traditions and way of life religions and customs.
- Do not photo them without permission, please show respect to them !
- Do not talk about the sensitive topics like political or t religious matters!
Generally 8-10% on the bill.However, as the tourism develops, tour guides, drivers, and hotel staff do expect tips. If the service is satisfactory, a few dollars to the guide and the driver will be appreciated.
It is always good to ask permission first. Mauritiusans are very friendly. However, it might arouse the upset feelings of local Mauritiusans by photo-taking without asking the permission first.
The following phone calls can be directly made from any other telephones in Mauritius once the emergency happens.
- Police,fire and medical: 999