African travel tips when visiting Mauritius

Mauritius is a typical tropical paradise, Mauritius’s reputation for beach bliss is undeniable. Sun and water sports enthusiasts can take advantage of the beaches lined with golden palm trees, the turquoise sea and the coral reefs that surround most of the island through a wide variety of activities. These include catamaran cruising, windsurfing, waterskiing, scuba diving, paragliding, deep sea fishing, golf, and adventure sports. Far from the beach, mountains; forests with unique flora and birds, as well as places of cultural, historical and natural interest such as craters and giant lilies, mesmerize visitors. With all this to do, Mauricio will let you discover a different rhythm of life, the rhythm of Sega …

CAPITAL:

Port louis

CLIMATE:

Tropical. All the months are rainy, but December-May are the rainiest months. Cyclones occur from November to May. There is a well structured phased warning system. During the cyclone, visitors cannot leave their accommodation and car insurance policies often become invalid.

BADGE:

1 Mauritian rupee = 100 cents. Travel with traveler’s checks in rupees or euros. There are no restrictions on the entry of foreign or local currency into the country. The export of foreign currency is limited to the amount declared on arrival. The airport bank will exchange rupees for foreign currency on departure. The credit cards accepted are American Express, Diners Club, Visa and Mastercard. Major hotels will exchange traveler’s checks and banknotes.

ELECTRICITY:

230 volts, 50 Hz. 2-pin continental plugs are the most common, but round and flat 3-pin plugs have been observed. Take a travel plug.

HEALTH:

A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for travelers over 1 year of age coming from infected areas. Visitors are advised to take precautions before arrival against malaria (exists in certain rural areas, no risk on Rodrigues Island), hepatitis A, polio, and typhoid fever. Other health problems include constant high humidity (can affect people with arthritic conditions); sinusitis and hay fever (July-August); influenza (risk throughout the year); and diarrhea.

IDIOM:

English is the official language and is understood throughout the island. French is also a main language and all the locals speak Creole. Oriental and Indian languages ​​are also spoken.

PUBLIC HOLIDAYS:

New Year’s Day (January 1); Day after New Year’s Day (January 2); Chinese New Year (January 22); Abolition of slavery / Thaipoosam Cavadee (February 1); Maha Srivatri (February 18); Good Friday (April 9); Labor Day (May 1); Asunción (August 15); Ganesh Chaturthi (September 18); All Saints (November 1); Arrival of hired workers (November 2); Deepavali (November 12); End of Ramadan (November 14); Christmas Day (December 25)

SHOPPING:

sarees; silk shirts; Indian fabrics; basketry; knitwear; hand embroidered tablecloths; macrame work; Wood carvings; ceramics; ship models, diamonds, jewelry; casual clothes. Low prices limit bargaining.

SOCIAL CONVENTIONS:

More than half of the population is Hindu, so respect their traditions and religion. Dress appropriately when visiting religious shrines (no shorts, miniskirts, etc.) and remove your shoes when entering mosques and temples. Clothing is beach wear during the day and casual wear at night.

TIME DIFFERENCE:

GMT +4

TIPS:

A 10 percent government tax is added to all hotel and restaurant bills. Tipping is not mandatory and remains a gesture of appreciation that is left to the discretion of the guest. It is not customary to tip taxi drivers.

DESCRIPTION OF THE MAIN TEN ATTRACTIONS:

Port-Louis:

Capital and main port of Mauritius; French colonial buildings, for example, the Government House and the Municipal Theater from the 18th century; Museum of Natural History; market; Eduardo VII Avenue; Fort Adelaide; The Museum of Masks from around the world; the docks of Caudan and Port-Louis.

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The gardens are known to naturalists around the world for their large collection of indigenous and exotic plants, incl. the giant water lilies of Victoria Amazónica and many species of palm trees; Of particular interest is the talipot palm, which is said to flower once every sixty years and then die.

Big pool:

One of the two natural lakes of the island, it rests in a crater of an extinct volcano and is the place of pilgrimage of the Hindus, especially on the occasion of the Maha Shivaratree.

Chamarel:

A mound of undulating earth that is spread out in layers of contrasting color; blue, green, red, and yellow patches of soil are believed to be the result of weathering; the nearby waterfall emerges from the moors and primeval vegetation and is strikingly beautiful.

Trou Aux Cerfs:

An extinct crater 85 m deep and more than 200 m wide; enjoy a wide view of the island from the edge.

Souillac and Gris-Gris:

Small spa with beautiful cliff landscapes and without bathing; to the south is the popular Gris-Gris viewpoint, where you can see the waves crashing against the dark, hollowed out rocks.

Domaine Du Chasseur:

Near Mahebourg, a forest park with lush vegetation including wild orchids and animals such as deer, stag, wild boar and monkeys, covering 2000 acres.

Black River Gorges National Park:

It protects much of the remaining native forests and provides a spectacular natural landscape and some of the unique endemic plants and birds; amount of trails and viewpoints.

Big beaches:

Baie has many beaches and places for safe bathing, sailing, windsurfing and waterskiing; Blue Bay is one of the best places to bathe on the islands, it is close to Mahebourg and has a natural pool; Le Morne & Tamarin are known for their surf spots; Iles aux Cerfs is an island resort with 2 restaurants, a boathouse and beautiful beaches.

Rodrigues Island:

About 560 km east of Mauritius, where you can be seduced by the easy lifestyle of the locals; the nature lover will find several species of endemic tropical fauna and flora and will be able to enjoy hiking, bird watching, angling and mountain biking; Visits to the Caverne Patate and the surrounding islets can be arranged, for example, Ile aux Cocos (a haven for some rare species of seabirds).