Mauritius
Mauritius gives us 7 places, of which 6 are nature and walks and 1 is a zoo or aquarium.
Quick facts about Mauritius
CurrencyMauritian rupee
LanguageEnglish, French
Time zoneUTC+4
PaymentBring cash
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Travel essentials for Mauritius
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1Practical essentials
CapitalPort Louis
Plug typesEuroplug, BS 1363
DrivingDrive on the left
Emergency number114
Calling code+230
Daylight11–13 hours of daylight
Population1,264,613
Daylight is the range from the shortest to the longest day. English level: EF English Proficiency Index.
2Plan your trip to Mauritius
Getting thereFlights, trains & driving
Where to stayFamily-friendly hotels
Getting aroundDrive on the left
Travel budgetBring cash
Packing listPlugs: Europlug, BS 1363
Travel with kidsTips for a smooth trip
Safety & healthEmergency: 114
Useful infoCalling code +230
3Mauritius with kids – highlights
Why families love Mauritius
Souillac and Centre de Flacq have 1 place each. The island is small enough that a single base reaches all of it. We have no climate reading yet, so we will not name the months.
Easy to travelBring cash
Memories that lastExperiences your kids will never forget
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