Pan Africa Tourism Board (PATBOARD)
Port Louis positions Mauritius as a refined island gateway with strong service standards, multicultural heritage, and conference potential.
Le Morne's flat lagoon and consistent trade winds make it one of the world's top kitesurfing destinations. The dramatic basalt monolith provides a stunning backdrop to every session.
Off Le Morne's coast, sand and silt runoff create the stunning illusion of an underwater waterfall plunging into the ocean depths - best seen from helicopter tours, it's one of nature's most surreal optical illusions.
Mauritius' food reflects its multicultural soul - Indian dholl puri, Chinese dim sum, Creole rougaille, and French-inspired fine dining. Street food at Port Louis Central Market is unmissable.
May to December for the driest and coolest weather. September-November is ideal. December-April is warmer and wetter with occasional cyclone risk. Kitesurfing season: June-November.
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Airport (MRU) - direct flights from Paris, London, Dubai, Johannesburg, and Mumbai. No visa required for most nationalities for stays up to 90 days.
One&Only Le Saint Géran, LUX* Grand Gaube, and Shangri-La's Le Touessrok for luxury. Long Beach and Paradis Beachcomber for families. Airbnb in Grand Baie for budget travellers.
