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THE COUNTRY

Mauritius, a sparkling jewel in the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, will fascinate you in many ways. The contrast of colours, cultures and flavours gives this island such charm that the stage is set for an unforgettable holiday.

Here you'll have the opportunity to enjoy unparalleled luxury, a level of sophistication far beyond other tropical destinations. Here you will discover the true meaning of beauty, a statement that will keep you coming back to the shores of Mauritius. Named after the Dutch Prince Maurice van Nassau...

  • Chamarel;
  • Flic en Flac Beach;
  • Port Louis;
  • Black River Gorges National Park;
  • Mauritius Botanical Garden
  • Private Jets, Helicopters and Airliners
  • Finest Onboard Catering
  • Ground Transport and Yachts
  • Luxury Villa & House Rentals
  • Local Guide & 24/7 Assistance
  • Customized Global Services
TO BE KNOWN
  • The State's Capital
    Port Louis
  • Time Zone
    UTC +4
  • Telephone Code
    230
  • Total Area
    2040 Km2
  • Population
    1 309 448 (2023 est.)
  • Main Languages
    Creole, Bhojpuri, French
  • Currency
    Mauritian rupees (MUR)
  • GDP Per Capita
    USD 21000
  • Airports
    5
TRAVEL INFORMATION

    Tropical, modified by southeast trade winds; warm, dry winter (May to November); hot, wet, humid summer (November to May)

    Indo-Mauritian (compose approximately two thirds of the total population), Creole, Sino-Mauritian, Franco-Mauritian

    It is common to be playfully slapped on the shoulder in normal conversation in Mauritius.

    Dholl Puri — pan-fried, split pea flatbread stuffed with a variety of fillings including rougaille (a tomato-based sauce), green chutney, kheer rice pudding, or lima bean curry

    Upper middle-income Indian Ocean island economy; diversified portfolio; investing in maritime security; strong tourism sector decimated by COVID-19; expanding in information and financial services; environmentally fragile

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