Mauritius travel guide for Indians 2026–27

Plan Mauritius: visa on arrival for Indians, north, east or west coast, Ile aux Cerfs, Chamarel, Grand Bassin, catamaran trips, best time and how many nights.

By the Agrima Holidays Team · Updated October 2026 · 5 min read

Why go

Mauritius is an island in the Indian Ocean, about 2,000 km off the coast of Africa. Close to 70% of the people have Indian roots, and you hear Bhojpuri, Hindi and Tamil alongside Creole and French. Temples, Indian food and Diwali feel familiar.

The island has lagoons ringed by coral reef, volcanic hills, sugarcane fields and resorts that suit honeymoons and families alike.

Visa

Indian citizens get a visa on arrival, free of charge, for tourism. You need:

• A passport valid for at least six months
• A return ticket
• A confirmed hotel booking
• Proof of funds

Fill in the online arrival form before you fly. See our Mauritius visa page for the latest details.

When to go

Mauritius is in the southern hemisphere, so seasons run opposite to India.

May to December is the cooler, drier season. Days stay between 22 and 26°C. September to November is especially pleasant, with sunny days and calm seas.

January to April is hot and humid, between 28 and 32°C. Cyclones are possible from January to March. Most pass without trouble, but some bring days of rain.

June to August is winter. Evenings feel cool and the sea is cooler. Good for sightseeing, less good for long beach days.

Festivals:

• Maha Shivaratri, in February or March, when lakhs of pilgrims walk to Grand Bassin

• Diwali, with lights across the island

• Thaipusam, in January or February, in Tamil temples

• Chinese New Year in Port Louis

Month by month

Average night low to day high, from long-term climate averages. Higher places run colder.

Which coast to stay on

The stops that appear most often in our Mauritius itineraries:

• Grand Baie
• Flic en Flac
• Belle Mare
• Le Morne

• North, Grand Baie and Trou aux Biches: lively, with restaurants, shops and calm beaches. Good for families and first visits
• East, Belle Mare and Trou d'Eau Douce: long beaches, big resorts, close to Ile aux Cerfs. Windier in winter
• West, Flic en Flac and Le Morne: sunsets, dolphin trips and the best weather in winter
• South: wild coast, cliffs and quiet luxury resorts

The island is small. Driving from the north to the south takes about 1 hour 30 minutes. Many travellers split their stay between two coasts.

How many nights

• 5 nights: one resort, with north, south and Ile aux Cerfs tours
• 6 nights: the most common choice for honeymoons
• 7 nights: two resorts on different coasts
• 8 to 9 nights: add Reunion or Rodrigues

Flights from India arrive in the morning or afternoon. The first day is usually rest.

Getting there

Direct flights reach Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport from Mumbai and Delhi in about 6 hours. Other cities connect through Mumbai, Dubai or other hubs.

The airport sits in the south-east. Transfers to resorts take 30 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes.

Things to do

• Ile aux Cerfs, an island off the east coast with beaches, water sports and a golf course. Reached by speedboat
• A catamaran day cruise, with snorkelling, a barbecue lunch on board and a waterfall stop
• Chamarel Seven Coloured Earth, sand dunes in different colours, and Chamarel waterfall
• Black River Gorges National Park, with viewpoints and forest trails
• Grand Bassin, or Ganga Talao, a crater lake with a 33 m statue of Shiva and a temple complex
• Trou aux Cerfs, a dormant volcanic crater in Curepipe
• Port Louis, the capital, with the central market, the Caudan Waterfront and the Aapravasi Ghat, a UNESCO site marking the arrival of indentured labourers from India
• Pamplemousses botanical garden, with giant water lilies
• Casela Nature Park, with safaris, zip lines and animal walks
• Dolphin watching off Tamarin, early morning
• Undersea walk and submarine rides
• Le Morne Brabant, a UNESCO-listed mountain with a hike to the top
• A helicopter or seaplane flight over the underwater waterfall illusion near Le Morne

Food

Mauritian food mixes Indian, Creole, Chinese and French cooking.

• Dholl puri, a flatbread stuffed with yellow split peas, served with curry and chutney
• Gateau piment, fried chilli fritters
• Rougaille, a tomato-based Creole sauce
• Mine frite, fried noodles
• Fresh seafood
• Alouda, a cold milk drink

Indian vegetarian food is easy to find. Most resorts serve Indian dishes, and many have Jain options on request.

Money and connectivity

The currency is the Mauritian rupee. Exchange at the airport or at banks. Cards work at resorts and larger shops. Carry cash for markets and street food.

Buy a local SIM from Emtel or my.t at the airport.

Our Mauritius packages

Prices start from ₹51,000 per person on twin sharing, excluding flights. International prices use current exchange rates, and the final amount is confirmed at booking.

Practical tips

• Drive on the left. Roads are narrow and winding in the hills
• Use reef shoes. Some lagoons have sharp coral and sea urchins
• Carry a light jacket for June to August evenings
• Respect temple dress at Grand Bassin
• Plugs are the three-pin UK type and the two-pin European type. Carry an adapter

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