Mauritius

There is no official local language spoken in Mauritius. You can comfortably speak in English and have no trouble moving about the place or asking any doubts or directions. The people of the land speak a variety of languages though, Creole being the most spoken after English and also some French.

You need not apply for a visa to enter Mauritius, as they follow a visa on arrival procedure. Your passport will be stamped upon arrival provided your stay is limited to 60 days or lesser. You will be required to show proof of your return tickets, eligibility to re-enter their country of origin and enough finances for your period of stay over there. However, if you plan on staying for longer than 60 days for any such reason, you must apply for a visa at the Mauritius High Commission in Delhi prior to your visit.

Though more of an island destination, Mauritius offers a range for both planned and impulse shopping. The best places to go for shopping in Mauritius and what they are famous for are:

The currency used in Mauritius is called the Mauritian Rupee and the currency code is MUR. The exchange rate from USD to MUR is 1 USD = 39.85 MUR and from Indian currency is 1 INR = 0.53 MUR. The best place to exchange your currency would be upon arrival at the airport as they have the best exchange rates.

However, you could also get your currency exchange at foreign exchange booths or ATM’s found everywhere on the island, these have a better exchange rate than hotels and banks. Although some places do accept foreign currency, locals always prefer to be paid in the local rupee and keep in mind that in case you pay with a foreign currency, your change will always be returned in the local currency and you might lose a little money that way.

The blue safari submarine is an underwater adventure opening you to the beautiful adventure of marine life. Mauritius is the only place in the Indian Ocean that offers this adventure among the 12 places where you can experience this adventure in the world.

You can experience a panoramic view of the underwater world in an air-conditioned submarine that hosts a group of people where lunch and champagne are also served. This safari in Mauritius can be experienced at Route Côtière, Trou aux Biches, Ile Maurice. It’s open on all days and the operating hours are from 08:30 am to 04:30 pm. The minimum age limit for the submarine would be a minor of 3 years accompanied by someone.

Parasailing in Mauritius is definitely a thrilling and beautiful experience given the magnificent and beautiful turquoise waters you will be flying over. Some of the best places to try this activity would be Grand Baie, Trou d’eau Douce and Ile aux Cerfs. Similarly, there are a lot of places where you can kitesurf in the island and the best amongst them are: Le Morne, Bel-Ombre, Pointe d’Esny and La Gaulette. It is important to plan these activities well in advance considering the time and place as the weather plays a major role.

1. Casela Nature Park: As suggestive of the name, this park is boastful of the rich ecosystem of Mauritius. There are many fun activities and rides that you can enjoy around the wilderness setting. Safaris, swimming with dolphins, zip-lining etc. are just a few of the many experiences available here.

2. Splash n Fun Leisure Park: This is a pirate and shipwreck themed water-park that is perfect for a relaxed outing in Mauritius. There are many amusing rides like - Crazy Ride, Giant Body Slide, Aquaplay, Wave River, Bumper Cars, Merry-go-round, VR games and much more that will keep you engaged.

3. Tysplash: This water park is especially designed keeping in mind of the young travelers (children). There are plenty of rides, slides and special Tysplash activities that would be great fun for visiting families with their little ones.