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.
See the optionsVehicle rental
Europcar
Present in Mauritius since 1974. Fleet of Renault, Kia, Mitsubishi, Mini and BMW. GPS and child seat optional, 24/7 assistance.
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.
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.
Ola Mauritius Car Rental
Car rental agency based at the airport, offering a range of vehicles with the option of delivery to your hotel.
Pingouin Car Rental
Mauritian company with insurance and unlimited mileage included, airport welcome and a free second driver.
Sixt
International car rental agency, with a main desk at Mauritius airport and several pick-up points around the island.
Pooja
Small local car rental company, working mainly by direct booking and delivery on request.
SNZ Car Rental
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.
Taxis & ride-hailing
Yugo
The local equivalent of Uber: book a taxi or private driver through the app, and pay by card, e-wallet or cash.
Air transfers
Air Mauritius
Mauritius’s national airline and the only air link to Rodrigues (2 to 5 flights a day depending on the season).
Corail Helicopters
Fast airport-to-hotel transfers and sightseeing flights (underwater waterfall, Chamarel…) from several heliports around the island.
Public transport
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.
Metro Express
Surface light rail linking Port Louis to the towns of the Central Plateau (Curepipe, Ebène, Floréal, Quatre-Bornes), 6am–7pm.
Guided tours
Tony Taxi Mauritius
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.
Tour operator
Jonson Reynolds Linsley Michael
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
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ELEMENT – transport services
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
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les filaos – car rental
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
