Getting around in Mauritius

Traveling to any place in the world, getting around your destination is the big question. Mauritius as one of the tourist’s beloved destination provides good transportation services throughout the island. There are two most common ways to get around Mauritius buses and taxis.

1: Taxis

Taxis are numerous. They are recognizable by their white registration plates with black figures. On the other hand private cars have black number plates with white figures. There are only meter Taxis in the island.

2: Bus

Mauritius boasts an excellent bus service. You may thus reach almost every part of the island through a bus. The big bus stations are in Mahébourg, Port Louis and Curepipe. After 6.00 p.m. there are only limited bus routes, so make sure to ask for the time of the last departure. Mauritian buses are generally good and can take you to (or near) just about any place on the island. There are several different operators none of which cover the entire island. Port Louis and Curepipe are the main hubs. Tickets are cheap and should be kept handy as inspectors check them frequently. Mauritian roads range from smooth to potholed and pavement-free. Driving is sketchy at best on Mauritius with speed limits often ignored headlights a rarity and weaving pedestrians all too common.

3: Helicopter sightseeing tours

Three helicopters of Air Mauritius of the model Bell-Jet Ranger are available for the transfers to airport or hotel and for outings.

Air Mauritius Helicopter-Service Airport

Tel: 230 6033754 / 5/ 6373552

Fax: 230 6374104

4: Ferry services

The cargo ship ''Mauritius Pride'' goes to Rodrigues at least 3 times per month and to Reunion at least 6 times per month. The journey to Rodrigues takes around 5 hours.

Mascarene Ferries Ltd

Le Caudan Waterfront Port Louis

Tel: 2102631

Fax: 2102832

Mauritius Shipping Co Ltd.

Nova Building, 1, Route Militaire, Port Louis.

Tel: 2425255/ 2412550

Fax: 230 2425245

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