Mauritius offers polished, resort-style luxury — sheltered turquoise lagoons, some of the finest beach hotels in the world, championship golf and a warm blend of Indian, African, Chinese and French cultures.
It is the easy, indulgent way to finish a Southern or East Africa safari, especially for honeymooners and families.
Highlights of Mauritius
The lagoons
Calm, reef-protected waters perfect for swimming and watersports.
World-class resorts
Renowned beach hotels with exceptional service and spas.
Golf
Championship oceanfront courses across the island.
Culture & cuisine
A vibrant Creole melting pot of food and tradition.
Recommended lodges & camps in Mauritius
Where you stay shapes your whole safari. These are properties we know personally and return to again and again — chosen for their location, their guiding and the way they make you feel. Tell us which appeal and we'll build your journey around them.
These are a few of our favorites — we work with many more across every price point. Have a specific lodge in mind? Tell us in your enquiry and we'll secure it.
Know before you go
The practical details we handle for you — flights, entry, health and money — summarized here so nothing surprises you. Requirements can change, so we confirm everything when you book.
Getting there from the USA
Fly via Dubai, Paris or Johannesburg — about 20 hours from the US East Coast. The island's single airport puts most resorts within a 60–90 minute transfer.
Visas & entry
US citizens don't need a visa — you're stamped in for up to 90 days on arrival with proof of accommodation and onward travel.
Health
Mauritius is malaria-free with excellent medical care — the easiest no-shots beach add-on in the Indian Ocean.
Money & tipping
The Mauritian rupee is local, but resorts run cashless on cards. A 10% gesture for exceptional staff is plenty.
What to do in Mauritius
The Indian Ocean’s most polished island — resorts, reefs and a genuinely multicultural table.
Lagoon days on the east coast
Kite-surfing at Belle Mare, glass-bottom boats over the coral gardens, and lagoons so sheltered children can swim at any tide.
Belle Mare, east coast
May–Dec trades
Golf with the ocean on three sides
Championship courses at Anahita and Le Touessrok — tee shots over turquoise water, caddies who read every green.
Anahita & Le Touessrok
Year-round
The volcanic southwest
Le Morne’s UNESCO peak, the colored earths of Chamarel and rum tastings at a working distillery, all in one private-car day.
Le Morne & Chamarel
Dry months, May–Dec
Street food in Port Louis
Dholl puri, gateaux piments and the central market with a local food guide — Creole, Indian, Chinese and French cooking on one island.
Port Louis
Weekday mornings
Best time to visit
Cooler, drier and ideal for the beach and watersports.
Warm, dry and especially good value before the summer peak.
In the rainy months many of these same camps drop their rates by 20–40% — emerald landscapes, newborn wildlife, superb birding and far fewer vehicles. Peak season isn't the only great season: tell us your budget and we'll show you what the green season buys.
Planning & cost
Fully tailor-made — priced privately to your camps, season and travel style. No fixed packages.
Fly into Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Airport (MRU). US travelers do not need a visa for tourism stays of up to 90 days.
Every journey is private and tailor-made — your own guide and vehicle, the finest lodges, and a specialist on call throughout.
Everything else,
answered before you ask
The practical details that apply to every safari we plan — so this page is the only one you need.
Money & tipping
US dollars are accepted at virtually every camp, and cards work at lodges and city hotels. Your trip is fully inclusive, so cash is mainly for tips: plan on roughly $10–20 per guest per day for your guide and $10–15 for camp staff, handed over at the end of each stay. We send exact guidance with your final documents.
Health & safety
See a travel clinic 6–8 weeks before departure for routine shots and malaria advice (most safari regions require prophylaxis; parts of South Africa are malaria-free). Camps are remote but professionally run, with radio contact and evacuation cover — we require travel insurance that includes emergency medical evacuation.
Staying connected
Nearly all lodges have Wi-Fi in the main areas (often in-tent too), and an eSIM from your US carrier covers the cities. Expect to be offline on game drives — most guests come to see that as the point. Family back home can always reach you through us, day or night.
What to pack
Soft duffel bags only (light aircraft cap luggage around 33 lb / 15 kg), neutral-colored layers for cold mornings and warm afternoons, and binoculars. Laundry is included at almost every camp, so pack for 4–5 days no matter the trip length.
Full packing list →Continue exploring
Beach Holidays
An African beach holiday — barefoot-luxury island escapes to follow your safari.
Explore → ExperienceHoneymoon & Romance
A honeymoon safari pairs private game viewing with barefoot beaches, planned as one journey.
Explore → Southern AfricaSouth Africa
A South Africa safari pairs Big Five private reserves with Cape Town and the Winelands.
Explore → RegionBeaches & Islands
Where a safari finishes — Zanzibar, the Seychelles, Mauritius and the Mozambique coast.
Explore →Mauritius FAQs
Getting to Mauritius — flights, visas and health
Current at the time of writing. We re-confirm every requirement for your exact routing before you travel — and we will tell you what to apply for, and when.
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