Getting around

Getting around Mauritius

From car hire to helicopter transfers, by way of the local bus or the new light rail: here is how to get around Mauritius, wherever you are on the island.

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Vehicle rental

8 places
Europcar

Europcar

Present in Mauritius since 1974. Fleet of Renault, Kia, Mitsubishi, Mini and BMW. GPS and child seat optional, 24/7 assistance.

Europcar has been in Mauritius since 1974: a fleet of Renault, Kia, Mitsubishi, Mini and BMW cars, GPS and child seat available as options, 24/7 assistance.
Hertz Mauritius

Hertz Mauritius

International car rental agency, present at the airport and in several towns across the island, offering a wide range of vehicles with or without a driver.

International car rental agency with desks at the airport and in Forest Side, and a wide range of vehicles.
ABC Car Rental

ABC Car Rental

A local benchmark since 1987. Wide range, up to the Porsche Macan in the VIP chauffeur-driven package, with 10–14-seat minibuses available.

From 50 €/day (city car)
70 €/day for an SUV
Ola Mauritius Car Rental

Ola Mauritius Car Rental

Car rental agency based at the airport, offering a range of vehicles with the option of delivery to your hotel.

From 30 €/day (city car)
50 €/day for the 7-seat Suzuki Ertiga
Sixt

Sixt

International car rental agency, with a main desk at Mauritius airport and several pick-up points around the island.

International car rental agency, with a main desk at Mauritius airport and several pick-up points around the island.
Pooja

Pooja

Small local car rental company, working mainly by direct booking and delivery on request.

From 2 000 Rs
Small local car rental company, working mainly by direct booking, with delivery on request, from 2,000 Rs.
SNZ Car Rental

SNZ Car Rental

📍 Port Louis

SNZ Car Rental offers rental cars in Mauritius, with a recent fleet including city cars, hybrids, SUVs and 7-seaters. Rates start from €35/day for a Suzuki S-Presso.

Delivery and collection are free, including at SSR International Airport, at hotels and in various regions of the island.

From 1,900 Rs
SNZ Car Rental offers rental cars in Mauritius, with a recent fleet and free delivery, notably to the airport.

Taxis & ride-hailing

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Air transfers

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Air Mauritius

Air Mauritius

Mauritius’s national airline and the only air link to Rodrigues (2 to 5 flights a day depending on the season).

Mauritius’s national airline, the only air link to Rodrigues, with 2 to 5 flights a day depending on the season.
Corail Hélicoptères

Corail Helicopters

Fast airport-to-hotel transfers and sightseeing flights (underwater waterfall, Chamarel…) from several heliports around the island.

From 100 €/person (10 min)
Up to 375 € for 45 min

Public transport

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Réseau de bus (Mauritius Buses)

Bus network (Mauritius Buses)

The most widely used means of transport among Mauritians, with buses every 10 minutes on the main routes and a Bus Express network for fast connections.

From 12 Rs
Very affordable
Metro Express

Metro Express

Surface light rail linking Port Louis to the towns of the Central Plateau (Curepipe, Ebène, Floréal, Quatre-Bornes), 6am–7pm.

From 32 Rs
Up to 55 Rs depending on the journey

Guided tours

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Tony Taxi Mauritius

Tony Taxi Mauritius

📍 Port Louis

Discover Mauritius with a local guide and enjoy personalised guided tours across the different regions of the island: North, South, South-East and South-West.

We also offer a taxi service with a driver-guide for the day, ideal for exploring the island at your own pace and discovering its landscapes, must-see places and lesser-known treasures.

Languages spoken: French, English, Creole and Hindi.

From 3 500 Rs
Personalised guided tours of Mauritius (North, South, South-East, South-West) with a local guide, plus a taxi service with a driver-guide for the day.

Tour operator

1 address
Jonson Reynolds Linsley Michael

Jonson Reynolds Linsley Michael

📍 Royal Road, Mare d’Australia (Flacq)

Airport taxi transfer.
Private chauffeur-guide based in Mare d’Australia (Flacq), in the east of the island. Custom transfers and day-long excursions — the itinerary is arranged directly with the driver.

Languages spoken: French, English, Creole

From 3 500 Rs
Airport taxi transfer and guided tours of Mauritius with a local guide, plus a taxi service with a driver-guide for the day.

taxi guides

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ELEMENT - transport services

ELEMENT – transport services

📍 Quatre Bornes

DISCOVER MAURITIUS IN COMFORT AND STYLE. Our 7-seater Toyota Rush from Element Transport Services Ltd is ready to accompany our clients for unforgettable holidays on the island. From beautiful beaches to scenic mountain roads, enjoy your Mauritian adventure to the full with complete peace of mind, in a generous space and with optimal comfort. Our commitment: to offer you a professional, reliable and high-end car hire experience, from start to finish. Your holiday. Your journey. Our commitment.

Languages spoken: French, English, Creole

From 3 500 Rs
Taxi guide in a 7-seater Toyota Rush from Quatre Bornes, to discover Mauritius in comfort and with peace of mind.

car rental

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les filaos - location voiture

les filaos – car rental

📍 Plaine Magnien

Car rental 🚗🌴

Discover Mauritius in complete freedom with our flexible car rental solutions, tailored to your stay.

Whether you want to explore the beaches, the villages, the natural landscapes or the island’s various tourist sites, enjoy a comfortable and practical vehicle to travel at your own pace, independently.

An ideal solution to make the most of your stay in Mauritius, with comfort, freedom and peace of mind.

A wide range of vehicles to suit every need: small city cars, compact or spacious saloons, mini-SUVs, SUVs and 7-seater vehicles, to travel comfortably as a couple, with family or in a group.

Languages spoken: French, English, Creole

From 1 700 Rs
Car rental from Plaine Magnien: city cars, saloons, SUVs and 7-seaters to explore Mauritius at your own pace.