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Mauritius Travel Guide

Paradise Island — pristine beaches, turquoise lagoons and the warmest welcome in the Indian Ocean.

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Mauritius is our home ground. As one of South Africa's top Beachcomber agencies we have walked these resorts, eaten in their restaurants and watched the sun set over Le Morne more times than we can count — so when we match you to a resort, it comes from first-hand experience, not a brochure.

It suits everyone: honeymooners chasing barefoot luxury, families who want kids clubs and calm lagoons, golfers eyeing championship courses, and anyone who simply wants a short flight to somewhere extraordinary.

Flight timeAbout 4 hours direct from Johannesburg
Visas (SA passport)Not required for stays up to 90 days — always confirm before travel
CurrencyMauritian rupee (MUR); cards widely accepted
Best time to goMay to December — dry, mild and ideal; December to April is warmer and lusher
Time zoneGMT+4 (2 hours ahead of South Africa)
LanguageEnglish and French widely spoken

Things to do in Mauritius

  • Swim, snorkel or dive the lagoons — Trou aux Biches has some of the best house reefs
  • Hike or catamaran past Le Morne Brabant, the UNESCO-listed mountain in the south-west
  • Take on championship golf at Paradis or Mont Choisy
  • Explore Port Louis market and the Château de Labourdonnais rum and vanilla estates
  • Catch the Seven Coloured Earths and Chamarel waterfall on an island day tour

Where to stay

We mostly sell Beachcomber's eight resorts — from the flagship Royal Palm to family favourites like Trou aux Biches and Canonnier — because their consistency, half-board value and service keep our clients coming back. Tell us your travel style and we'll match the right resort to it.

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Our travel tips

From our own trips — the things we tell friends and family.

Book winter school holidays (June–July) and December early — flights from SA sell out months ahead.
Half board is usually the sweet spot: breakfasts are huge and lunch is easy to skip by the pool.
The west coast (Flic en Flac to Le Morne) gets the calmest seas and the best sunsets; the north (Grand Baie) has the most action.

Mauritius questions, answered

Do South Africans need a visa for Mauritius?

No — South African passport holders can visit Mauritius visa-free for up to 90 days. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months after your return date. Always confirm current requirements before travelling.

When is the best time to visit Mauritius?

May to December offers dry, mild weather that is ideal for the beach and golf. December to April is hotter and greener with the odd tropical shower. Mauritius is genuinely a year-round destination.

How long is the flight from South Africa to Mauritius?

Direct flights from Johannesburg take about 4 hours, making Mauritius one of the easiest island escapes for South Africans.

Which Mauritius resort is best for families?

Trou aux Biches, Canonnier and Victoria Beachcomber are our go-to family picks — kids clubs, calm lagoons and family suites. Tell us your children's ages and we'll recommend the best fit and current family specials.

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