ESSENTIAL INFORMATION FOR MAURITIUS
VISAS
No visa required for holidays < 90 days
HEALTH
This region is malaria free.
Vaccinations usually advised: Hepatitis A, Tetanus (sometimes also: Diphtheria, Hepatitis B)
CURRENCY
Rupee (MUR) - but tourists use GBP Pound, EUR Euro & USD Dollar
LANGUAGE
English + French + Creole
TIME ZONE
GMT + 4 Hours
TRAVEL TIPS
Light aircraft – Luggage should be in soft bags and there is often a weight restriction of 12kg
Self Drive – Driving is on the left. Any valid driving license is accepted as long as it has a photograph, a signature and is written in English.
Plugs  - Type C and G. Current is 220volts
Passport – Needs to be valid for 6 months after return date and you must have a return or onward ticket
Tipping – Not compulsory but appreciated. As a guide – Waiters 10%, Porters 30Rs per bag
Water – It is recommended to drink bottled water