Capital
Port Louis
Population
1.3M
Currency
Mauritian Rupee (MUR)
Best Time to Visit
May–December
#25
World Tourism Rank
0.02%
of World Land Area
2
UNESCO Sites
0
Neighboring Countries
Nationalities not listed above may require a visa. Always verify with official sources before travel.
⚠️ Visa requirements change frequently. Always verify with official government sources before travel.
Recommended: May–December
The dodo bird, now extinct, was found only on Mauritius and has become a global symbol of extinction.
Mauritius is home to the Chamarel Seven Coloured Earths, sand dunes with seven distinct colors that never erode despite rainfall.
Mauritius is where turquoise lagoons, volcanic peaks, and a melting pot of cultures come together in paradise.
- A traveler on visiting Mauritius
Mauritius is a volcanic island nation in the Indian Ocean renowned for its turquoise lagoons, white-sand beaches, and diverse multicultural society. Beyond its luxury resorts, the island offers the dramatic Black River Gorges National Park, the underwater waterfall illusion off Le Morne, and the colorful Chamarel earth formations. A melting pot of Indian, Creole, Chinese, and French influences, Mauritius offers world-class cuisine, warm hospitality, and natural beauty in equal measure.
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