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The Indian Ocean island of Mauritius wasn’t discovered by Europeans until the end of the 16th Century.  Colonized by the Dutch, French and English., this island is a melting pot of cultures; slaves from Africa and indentured workers from India have put their cultural stamp on Mauritius along with its European rulers.  Today, you will find a volcanic, mountainous landscape in whose verdant valleys are communities that reflect this diverse heritage.  From Hindu Temples and Martello Towers to the ruins of plantation houses and old, Dutch fortifications, from pristine beaches to open-air markets, Mauritius is a captivating country to visit.  Unlike the ill-fated Dodo Bird who was hunted to extinction by Mauritius’ first settlers, the island is now home to a special sanctuary that protects some of the world’s most endangered birds.  When it comes to dining, Mauritius offers a mouth-watering cornucopia of dishes that have all the gourmet panache of French haute cuisine combined with luscious tropical fruits and vegetable and the freshest of seafood straight from the ocean.  Add to this good wines and local rums while you admire a perfect sunset from a stylish and luxurious hotel on the beach, it doesn’t get any better than this!

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Country facts

Official name

Republic of Mauritius

Capital city

Port Louis

Population

1,250,882

Time Zone

GMT +4

Phone Code

+230

Electrical

230 voltage, 50 frequency, C & G plug

Language

English (official; spoken by less than 1% of the population), Creole 80.5%, Bhojpuri 12.1% French 3.4%, other 3.7%, unspecified 0.3%.

Religion

Hindu 48%, Roman Catholic 23.6%, Muslim 16.6% other Christian 8.6%, other 2.5%, unspecified 0.3%, none 0.4%

Weather

Tropical, modified by southeast trade winds; warm, dry winter (May to November); hot, wet humid summer (November to May).

Geography

Located in Southern Africa, Mauritius is an island in the Indian Ocean, east of Madagascar
Total 2,040 square km
Land 2,030 square km
Water 10 square km
(Almost 11 times the size of Washington, DC.)
Coastline - 177 km

Visa information

The following information on entry requirements has been confirmed with the Mauritian authorities. However, these requirements are subject to change at any time. It is the traveller’s responsibility to check with the High Commission for the Republic of Mauritius and its consulates for up-to-date information.

A valid Canadian passport is required for Canadians intending to visit Mauritius. The passport should be valid for at least six months beyond the date of your expected departure from Mauritius.Tourists do not require a visa to enter Mauritius .

Health information

Health requirements can change at any time The Public Health Agency of Canada strongly recommends that your travel plans include contacting a travel medicine clinic or physician six to eight weeks before departure. Based on your individual risk assessment, a health care professional can determine your need for immunizations and/or preventive medication and advise you on precautions to avoid disease. Travelers are reminded to ensure that their routine (childhood) immunizations (e.g., tetanus, diphtheria, polio, and measles) are up to date. 

A yellow fever vaccination certificate may be required from travellers arriving from infected areas.

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We offer 2 tours in Mauritius. Contact us at 1.888.887.9710 or email info@myescapades.com to customize your own.

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    Mauritius West, East & South West Island Stay

    4 days, 3 nights

    Mauritius, a tropical paradise in the Indian Ocean, is easily accessible from mainland of the African continent.  Originally a French and then a British colony, the island is heavily influenced by its early occupants as well as the predominantly East Indian workforce that has made Mauritius economically and commercially successful.  Myescapades offers a selection of hotels stays spread around the…More

  • Africa › Mauritius

    Mauritius North West Island Stay

    4 days, 3 nights

    Mauritius, a tropical paradise in the Indian Ocean, is easily accessible from mainland of the African continent.  Originally a French and then a British colony, the island is heavily influenced by its early occupants as well as the predominantly East Indian workforce that has made Mauritius economically and commercially successful.  Myescapades offers a selection of hotels stays spread around the…More

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