IslandGuide — Mauritius
🇲🇺 Mauritius

Car rental in Mauritius

Maurice ne dispose pas d'un réseau ferroviaire à l'échelle de l'île et les bus ne couvrent que le corridor principal. Sans voiture, atteindre les terres colorées de Chamarel, les Gorges de la Rivière Noire, les chutes de Rochester et les plages isolées du sud-ouest nécessite des taxis coûteux. Une voiture de location est le seul moyen pratique d'explorer l'île à son rythme -- conduite à gauche, routes bien entretenues, distances courtes : de l'aéroport MRU à Grand Baie il faut 90 minutes.

Lieux de prise en charge

MRU Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport
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Questions fréquentes

Do I need a car in Mauritius?
Yes -- a hire car is strongly recommended for exploring Mauritius. The island has no rail network and bus routes connect only the main towns. Without a car, reaching Chamarel’s coloured earth, the Black River Gorges National Park, Rochester Falls, the south-west beaches, and Mahebourg requires expensive taxis. Driving is on the left, roads are well-signposted, and distances are short.
Where can I pick up a rental car in Mauritius?
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in the south-east is the main pick-up point. Most international car-hire companies have desks in the arrivals hall. Port Louis and the main hotel zones (Grand Baie, Flic en Flac, Belle Mare) also have local agencies. Airport pick-up is most convenient if you land in the evening and want to drive directly to your accommodation.
What documents do I need to hire a car in Mauritius?
A full driving licence from your home country is accepted for most nationalities visiting Mauritius. An International Driving Permit (IDP) is recommended alongside your national licence if your licence is not in English or French. A credit card is required for the security deposit. Minimum hire age is typically 21; some agencies charge a young-driver supplement for drivers under 25.
How long does it take to drive around Mauritius?
The island is roughly 65 km by 45 km and a full perimeter drive takes about 4-5 hours without stops. The motorway M1 runs from the airport to Port Louis in about 45 minutes. From Port Louis to Grand Baie (north) is 35 minutes; to Flic en Flac (west) is 40 minutes; to Belle Mare (east) is 60 minutes; to Chamarel (south-west) is 55 minutes.

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Questions fréquentes

Do I need a car in Mauritius?
Yes -- a hire car is strongly recommended for exploring Mauritius. The island has no rail network and bus routes connect only the main towns. Without a car, reaching Chamarel’s coloured earth, the Black River Gorges National Park, Rochester Falls, the south-west beaches, and Mahebourg requires expensive taxis. Driving is on the left, roads are well-signposted, and distances are short.
Where can I pick up a rental car in Mauritius?
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in the south-east is the main pick-up point. Most international car-hire companies have desks in the arrivals hall. Port Louis and the main hotel zones (Grand Baie, Flic en Flac, Belle Mare) also have local agencies. Airport pick-up is most convenient if you land in the evening and want to drive directly to your accommodation.
What documents do I need to hire a car in Mauritius?
A full driving licence from your home country is accepted for most nationalities visiting Mauritius. An International Driving Permit (IDP) is recommended alongside your national licence if your licence is not in English or French. A credit card is required for the security deposit. Minimum hire age is typically 21; some agencies charge a young-driver supplement for drivers under 25.
How long does it take to drive around Mauritius?
The island is roughly 65 km by 45 km and a full perimeter drive takes about 4-5 hours without stops. The motorway M1 runs from the airport to Port Louis in about 45 minutes. From Port Louis to Grand Baie (north) is 35 minutes; to Flic en Flac (west) is 40 minutes; to Belle Mare (east) is 60 minutes; to Chamarel (south-west) is 55 minutes.