Overview
Mauritius is a country in Africa, with its capital at Port Louis.
Key facts
| Country | Mauritius |
|---|---|
| Currency | MUR |
About the country
Mauritius lies in Africa.
Its capital is Port Louis.
Practical information
You will pay in MUR (Rupee).
The main language spoken is English.
Traffic drives on the left.
Getting there
Flying is the usual way to reach Mauritius. Search live fares with the Find flights link.
Cities in Mauritius
Bigger destinations to explore in Mauritius include Port Louis, Beau Bassin-Rose Hill, Centre de Flacq, Vacoas, Curepipe, Quatre Bornes, Triolet, Saint Pierre, Goodlands and Bambous. Open any of them for local detail and to build it into a trip.
Exploring the country
To plan Mauritius, pick a city to land in, then use the globe to string together onward stops by the transport that suits you.
Regions & places
Where to stay in Mauritius
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Getting around Mauritius
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On the map
Sources & method
- GeoNames country — currency, languages, capital · retrieved 2026-08-12T15:10:01+00:00
- Imagery — Wikimedia Commons
Data compiled 2026-09-18. See our methodology for how Head Your Way sources and reviews travel data.