Tour Mauritius Paradise Island

Mark Twain once wrote that ‘Mauritius was made first and then heaven, heaven being copied after Mauritius’. That is a good way to describe the beauty of Mauritius. A well known destination for Europeans. Its located 2,000 miles off the southeast coast of South Africa near Madagascar. The international airport of Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport is the only airport on the island . Various touristic activities and memorable events to participate throughout the year. A classic tropical climate with warm weather year-round, you can enjoy the gorgeous beaches all along the island with its white sand and blue ocean at a perfect water temperature. Then jump into the adventure of walking with lions, feeding a giraffe and tour Mauritius Safari. Take your camera as you will be seeing breathtaking views and experience great moments that you can add to your collection. Auto Europe values its customers and made a travel planner to Mauritius in Africa in order to accomodate your vacation and give you a great experience with your families, partners or even solo. Get the freedom of driving at your pace and stopping anytime to enjoy a view or to explore a location that typically would be harder to access by public transportation.

Read on to Discover the adventures that await you in Mauritius!

45 minutes

1. One of the main Cities to explore in Mauritius : Port Louis

After picking up your car rental at the Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport in Plaine Magnien, tour the various beauty and culture that Port- Louis has to offer. Port- Louis is partly build on the ocean and known for its historical sites. Several events happened in Port-louis that still holds historical tools and areas where you can be enrich with how Mauritius became what is it today! Be sure to watch the horse racing game which is very famous for Mauritian and tour citadel Fort Adelaide rich in history. One recent tourist activity is Port-Louis by night where colors and lights are at best! Even more with casino night at Caudan waterfront where you can enjoy delicious food and do some shopping. From wood carving to traditional clothes and souvenir, you will get plenty to bring home as a souvenir. Greet the people of Mauritius whom are welcoming and always welcome to help. Rent a car in Port-Louis while travelling or any other location such as Les Pailles, Quatres-Borne or Curepipe. 

Popular Mauritius Car Rental Locations

Below you will find a list of popular car rental locations throughout Mauritius. We at Auto Europe strive to provide our customers with industry leading rental car services. Use the booking engine at the top of the page to reserve your Mauritius rental car today!

• Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport

Next stop: 29 minutes

2. Grand baie

After you've taken a bunch of amazing photos in the city of Port Louis, continue exploring the paradise island of Mauritius in the city of Grand baie. Walk the street of Grand baie which is known as a touristic area amongst Mauritian. You can go shopping, have a nice walk while getting the Ocean breeze, enjoy great cultural dish or take a tour under the sea with a local guide at the Blue Safari Submarines with your own subscooter. Well known beaches such as La Cuvette Beach and Grand Baie Beach. Enjoy your day at the beach and get some natural vitamin D and a great deal of relaxation.

Next stop: 1 hour 8 minutes

3. Explore Île aux Cerfs heading on the east coast

Île aux Cerfs which means Deer Islands. Located on the east coast of Mauritius. You will see marvelous view and natural beauty of the landscape of Mauritius. Locals selling fresh fish that just got caught the same day is very common along with fruits stands that they seasoned with salt, chilli and tamarin sauce. To get to Île aux Cerfs, you will need to go on a speed boat where you will find a magical place to get souvenirs, food, clothes. You can have a family barbecue with covered seat area right in front of the beach. Take advantages of renting out a catamaran at Gabriel Island which is right by your location and explore the blue lagoon of Mauritius. Catch a tube ride on your visit to Île aux Cerfs and pump your adrenaline with some adventure.

Popular Mauritian Food to try on your visit

You've probably seen photographs of Mauritius and wonder what is their traditional food? Well, Mauritius is a multi cultural country meaning that they have not just one or two dishes that is popular but several. Mauritius has a Hindou influence, therefore, Indian food is a well known type of food to try adapted to Mauritian culture. Next, you have Chinese food with Fried rice, mine bouille, Bol renversee( reverse bowl) and Boulette( a soup made of fish ball, cabbage ball, tofu, beef ball in a bowl across the country. As they also have Muslim influence in Mauritius, you will see "Briani" being sold on the corner of road. Do not forget the amazing Dal Puri and Roti which are very famous amongst Mauritian. Grab a fresh coconut water on a walk to the beach!

If you are a seafood lover then you will love the seafood in Mauritius as they are fresh catch every morning. Fresh bakery made every morning locally and some famous treats to try are Gateau Piment, Gateau patate, Gateau banane and Gateau Manioc. Creole dish , you could taste the rougaille saucisse, cevrette and try achar which is a pickle made of fruits or veggies mix. So tasty! 

Next stop: 39 minutes

4. Go on an adventure in Casela Adventure Park

Casela Adventure park also called "Casela nature park" is a popular tourist attraction in Mauritius. From exploring the safari in Quad to thrill mountains. You can also either feed the cubs or walk with the lions. Plenty of activities to keep you busy for a whole day or even more. Food is available and at souvenir shops. You can feed the giraffe and take picture next to giant tortoises. Baby goats feeding and even a 4D cinema. There are varieties of birds and camel rides. Go on an adventure exploring the exotic animals in Africa. Families will be entertained and kids will have plenty of activities to keep the day fun and memorable. Check out their Casela park activities.

Next stop: 1 hour & 5 minutes

5. Black River Gorge

Black River Gorge is another location you can elope which allow you to enjoy the nature side of Mauritius other than its heavenly beaches. With its vast landscape, waterfalls and trees, you will find this quiet place enjoyable and where you will get visited by some friendly monkeys and their babies. Bring your camera as this view is unique and breathtaking!

Next stop: 16minutes

5.  Head southwest to explore Chamarel

Chamarel is like a pearl in the middle of the forest. It's beauty is extraordinary and legendary. It is located in Rivière Noire District. The seven colored earth is a natural phenomenon and a tourist attraction. The colors evolved through conversion of basaltic lava to clay minerals. It is a relatively small area of sand dunes of seven distinct colors (approximately red, brown, violet, green, blue, purple and yellow). While in Chamarel check out the magnificent waterfalls that goes through the forest. Are you a Rum lover? Mauritius is known to grow to its own sugar cane which the Rhumerie of Chamarel cultivate them and makes Rums. You can tour their facility to see how they process it, the aging and more. Even better, you can taste it and also enjoy a bite at their restaurant while you are at it!

Discover the history of Mauritius by Car!

While most people who visit Mauritius spend the bulk of their time in one of this country's fine, historic cities, we have found that some of the best destinations in Africa are off-the-beaten path, in areas you can only discover by car. For your next trip, think outside the box and treat your children to an amazing driving adventure they'll never forget.

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