TRAVEL INFORMATION |
Entry requirements
The visitor to Mauritius must hold a valid passport and a return or onward flight ticket. Nationals of most European and Commonwealth countries do not require visas. Visas can be obtained from Mauritian embassies and high commissions. An entry form must be completed by each passport holder on arrival, stating the address where you will be staying in Mauritius. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required of travelers over one year of age coming from infected areas.
Driver’s License
A valid licence can be used in Mauritius. It is advisable to carry the licence with you while driving.
Language
English is the official language in Mauritius but French and Creole predominate in everyday life. Various oriental languages are also spoken.
Clothes to Pack
During the day, light beach wear, and casual cotton wear is most comfortable. To wear sunglasses is advised due to the strong glare of the water and the sun. Light woolens may be needed for cool evenings between June and September. At dusk in the summer, one should cover up to prevent mosquito bites.
Tipping and service charge
Tipping in Mauritius is generally not expected and is left to the visitors discretion. A service charge of 10 % is added to hotel and restaurant bills.
Taxes
Value Added Tax is 15 %, some traders include this charge in the price, others exclude it.
Time Zone of Mauritius
Mauritius time is Greenwich Mean Time plus four hours, three hours ahead of Central European time and two hours ahead of South African time.
Electricity
The power supply throughout Mauritius is 220 volts. Three pin British-type plugs and two pin French-type plugs are found in use all over the island of Mauritius.
Water
Waster is being treated chemically in Mauritius and is therefore safe to drink. Bottled water is widely available.
Health Hazards
Mauritius is fortunate in being relatively free of tropical diseases and poisonous animals. The strong sun must not be under estimated.
Cyclones in Mauritius
In Mauritius, cyclones can reach 280kph are usually come with strong rainfalls. Weather patterns are very changeable when a cyclone is in close proximity to the island of Mauritius.
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