Mauritius Travel
We recommend booking a car to get around the island if you want to explore pre/post the wedding. Alternatively, you can book taxis with the hotel to take you around.
You can pre- book your private car hire for all airport transfers or car rental below:
Contact: Jennifer
Email : info@hermeseventsmauritius.com
WhatsApp : + 230 5 927 33 88
Note: Shuttles will be provided to the venues from the recommended hotels on the event days: 17th April - 19th April
1) Which airline shall I fly with?
You can fly directly via Air Mauritius or British Airways which is a 11-12 hour flight. If you prefer a transit in Dubai, you can also fly with Emirates.
There is only 1 airport in Mauritius: Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (SSRI) which is located in the south of the island.
2) How long should I book for?
If you have never been to Mauritius before, you can make a holiday out of it! We recommend between 7-10 days e.g 12th April - 21st April.
We may organise some group activities like a boat day on the week of the wedding so if you do come earlier that week, let us know!
3) Will I need to apply for a tourist visa?
If you have a UK passport you don't need to apply for a visa beforehand, you will receive a tourist visa on arrival! For any other passports please see the visa requirements by country by clicking on below link.
passport.govmu.org/passport/?page_id=605
4) What is the currency in Mauritius?
The currency in Mauritius is the Mauritian rupee - MUR or Rs. You can exchange your currency upon arrival at the airport or at exchange bureaus which are common in tourist areas. Most places do accept card payments.
5) What type of plug do I need?
Just like the UK, the most common plug is type G is the plug which has three rectangular pins in a triangular pattern. Mauritius operates on a 230V supply voltage and 50Hz.
6) Are there babysitters available?
We can organise for sitters on the event days! Just message Shikha/Mo to let her know you're interested in this.
It's still summer in April - Mauritius has average daily temperatures ranging between 22°C and 28°C. The weather is usually warm and humid during the day, making it ideal for beach activities and water sports. The evenings are slightly cooler, with temperatures dropping to around 18°C.
Mauritius is a tropical island, meaning that regardless of the “season” rain showers should always be expected but are usually transient, pray for us!
- Grand Baie: A vibrant & touristic coastal village famous for its shopping, nightlife, and beaches. Bazaar Grand Baie is the local market, worth visiting on the weekend.
- Sunset boulevard: Cute independent shops, you can walk around there and grab lunch/ a drink at Sunset Café.
- Pereybere public beach: Super-well known for its sandy beach, great for a swim. Go as early as you can in the morning on a weekday.
- Mont Choisy Beach: One of the longest beaches on the island, perfect for long walks and sunset views. Recommend going first thing in the morning 7-8 am as the beach is untouched and quiet then. Bring a towel and a mat!
- La Croisette: Mall in the north of Mauritius, has some nice food options, go on a Saturday night when it’s more lively.
- Grand Baie Coeur de Ville: Known for its big supermarket (Super U), you can find really nice souvenirs at a good price in the shops inside.
**North Restaurant recommendations**
- Sunset Café - Stunning views for drinks at sunset.
- Ti Couloir - A tiny little local spot known for its ‘Mine Bwi’ - a noodle soup dish. Go before lunch time and avoid on weekends as it’s really small inside and tit gets super busy.
- Quartier des Serres - A mini shopping/food quarter, go to ‘By all means’ - also known for its ‘Mine Bwi’ and get the spicy salmi one (Mo's fave) or the mielle/honey (Shikha's fave).
- Eden Beach - Beachfront restaurant
- Park 25 - Brunch spot in Grand Baie.
- Les Canisses - Beachside restaurant.
- Reve D’R - The best seafood on the island!! It’s owned by a close family friend. If you go, speak to Poubalen.
- Chateau Labourdonnais - Mauritian cuisine in a colonial French setting.
- Botteghita - Cute little Italian spot for dinner.
- Nitzana - Indian food - good quiet dinner spot.
- N’Joy - a vibrant bar/restaurant .
- Lux Grand Baie: Bizou rooftop for drinks, Dinner at Ikuzu (Japanese)
- Île aux Cerfs: A beautiful little island known for its sandy beaches, clear waters, and water sports. You usually spend most the day there, between 9- 3 pm. There are loads of tours and packages available. We may arrange for a group excursion there, stay tuned for more updates closer to the time!
- Belle Mare beach: One of the most beautiful stretch of beach, makes for a great sunrise!
The East coast is known for its resorts as they capitalise on the beautiful beaches. Hence all food recommendations are in these resorts:
**East Resort Restaurant recommendations**
- Lux Belle Mare: Beach rouge, duck laundry and amari by vineet are the 3 main restaurants.
- One & Only St Geran: Tapasake - Japanese restaurant overlooking the sea.
- Shangri-la Mauritius: Kushi - Japanese restaurant overlooking the sea
- Chamarel Coloured Earth: See the 7-coloured earths and the Chamarel waterfall.
- Rhumerie Chamarel: If you like rum, definitely go to the Rhumerie de Chamarel for a tour of the factory and rum tasting. This is a 5 min drive from the 7-coloured earths. They also have a restaurant so you can have lunch there. If you book for lunch, the rum tasting tour is free!
- Black River Gorges National Park: A beautiful walk in nature with trails that take about 2 hours.
- La Vanille Nature Park: A nature park with tortoises, crocodiles, and other wildlife.
- Grand Bassin (Ganga Talao): A sacred lake that is a significant Hindu pilgrimage site, surrounded by temples, worth going for a little visit if you’re in the area.
- Bois Cheri: A local tea estate known for its flavoured teas, especially vanilla. You can do a factory tour and tea tasting.
- Maconde point: Stunning viewpoint in the south. Recommend doing a coastal drive around that area and getting off for a little photo!
- Le Morne Brabant: A UNESCO World Heritage Site, makes for a beautiful hike but recommend getting a guide with you.
**Southwest Restaurant recommendations**
- Le Chamarel - The drive to Chamarel is very scenic, you’ll come across loads of hidden restaurants on the mountain with scenic views but this one is well known for its Mauritian cuisine.
- Wapalapam: Island eatery near Le Morne
- Flic en Flac: Famous for its pristine beaches and as a hotspot for snorkelling and diving. A really popular and busy tourist spot. You can grab street food along the coastal road.
- Casela : An adventure park /zoo with safari tours, zip-lining, and more.
- Tamarin: Known for its salt pans, surfing spots, and as a location for dolphin watching if you get on a boat.
- Le Pouce Hike: The third-highest peak in Mauritius, with panoramic views of Port Louis and its surroundings.
Caudan Waterfront: Port-Louis is the capital city. Visit the Caudan Waterfront which has shops and food spots, and of course the Port Louis market.
- Chinatown: You can also go deep into the chinatown area and get more food, see local shops etc. Don’t recommend driving in Port-Louis as it has narrow roads, tons of one-way streets that are not on the map and people always walking all over! Maybe get a taxi/chauffeur for the day to take you around.
- Trou aux Cerfs: A dormant volcano with stunning views of the island.
- Bagatelle Mall: A shopping mall, with food options too, they also have a little brewery called ‘Flying dodo’.
- Tribeca Mall: The newest and biggest shopping mall in Mauritius.
**Port-Louis Food recommendations**
- Port Louis market: Get roti, dholl puri, gateaux piments, alouda, shaved ice, and the fruit salads!
- Chinatown: A low key local spot called ‘Chez meme gourmet’.