About Mauritius

Mauritius, is what paradise is to many. This Indian Ocean island, known for its beaches, lagoons and reefs is located in East Africa which is 2 (two) hours ahead of us.

Situated approximately 2400 kilometres off the South East Coast of Africa, the island covers an area of Africa, the island covers an area of 1,865 square kilometres or 720 square miles, with 330 kilometres of coastline.

Mauritius' strict health protocols have been recognised as some of the best in the world. They have one of the highest vaccination rates and their tourism staff have been made a priority throughout the rollout.

Entry Requirements

Required Travel Documents

  • A passport that is valid for the period of intended of stay and has 2 blank pages. Non-South African citizens will also require a visa.
  • Infants and children under 18 years of age require both a passport and unabridged birth certificate for travel, additionally a letter of consent (Affidavit) is required when an infant or child under 18 years of age is traveling with one (1) single parent.

Visa Eligibility Criteria

  • A passport that is valid for the period of intended of stay and has 2 blank pages.
  • A valid return or onward ticket to the country of residence.
  • A confirmed booking of accomodation.
  • Enough funds to meet the costs of stay.
  • A pledge not to engage in any profit-making activities.

Mauritius Entry Requirements

  • As from the 1st of July 2022, regardless of vaccination status, travellers do not need to present a negative PCR test before flying to Mauritius.
  • It is recommended to to have health insurance and a vaccination card.
  • Wearing masks during the flight is mandatory for entry into Mauritius.
  • Any person having tested Covid-19 positive within 7 days of departure shall not be allowed to board a flight to Mauritius.
  • Wearing of masks are not mandatory in Mauritius, with exception at the airport and other ports of entry, public transports, hospitals and clinics.

All travellers must fill out the mandatory health forms before your flight to Mauritius. To save time, you can fill out this all in one form below.

ALL IN ONE FORM

Travel Documents Checklist:

Before taking off to Mauritius, there are certain things you need to have done, and have ready, in order to be granted access to the country. Below we provide you with an easy checklist you can reference to make sure you meet all the entry requirements. Also remember, bring along a form of entertainment such as a good book or digital content downloaded onto a device, to keep you entertained during your flight

  • A passport that is valid for the period of intended stay and has 2 blank pages. Non-South African citizens will also require a visa
  • It is recommended that all passengers flying to Mauritius complete the Mauritius All-in-One Travel Digital Form.
  • Infants and children under 18 years of age require both a passport and an unabridged birth certificate for travel, additionally, a letter of consent (Affidavit) is required when an infant or child under 18 years of age is travelling with one (1) single parent.
  • Valid return flight tickets.
  • Confirmed accommodation booking.
  • It is recommended that you get Health Insurance covering Covid-19 treatment.

Things to do in Mauritius:

Eager to visit paradise but not sure what it has to offer? Fear not, see our list below for some of the things that Mauritius has to offer.

Go Hiking

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Stand-Up PaddleBoarding

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Explore the Ocean,Go Diving

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Visit the National Parks

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Go Whale Watching

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Enjoy Catamaran Cruises

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Try Out Kitesurfing

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Have a Relaxing Massage

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Public Holidays in Mauritius:

Mauritius is a blend of several cultures and their annual public holidays are a reflection of their history.

  1. New Year's Day, 1 January
  2. Thaipoosam Cavadee, 28 January
  3. Abolition of slavery, 1 February
  4. Chinese Spring Festival, 12 February
  5. Maha Shivaratri, 11 March
  6. Independence and Republic Day, 12 March
  7. Ugadi, 13 April
  8. Labour Day,1 May
  9. Eid ul-Fitr (Depending on the visibility of the moon), 14 May
  10. Ganesh Chaturthi, 11 September
  11. All Saints Day, 1 November
  12. Arrival of the Indentured Labourers, 2 November
  13. Diwali, 4 November
  14. Christmas Day, 25 December

Mauritian Currency, Cuisine and Languages

The Mauritian rupee is the currency of Mauritius.

The Mauritians method of cooking is influenced by its cultural diversity and its tropical location. The cuisine is a mixture of African, Chinese, European and Indian influnces.

Local food differs according to each ethnic community, reflecting the strong traditional, cultural, and historical influences of each community.

Mauritian Creole is spoken by the majority of the population and is considered the native language of the country. It is a French-based reole due to its lose ties with the French pronunciation and vocabulary. English and French are accepted as the official languages, as court business and government administration are conducted in that language.