Car Rental in Mauritius
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Cheapest Car Rental Rates
Mauritius Airport Car Rental
Economy
Kia Picanto
or similar
$23.16
/ per day
Mauritius Airport Car Rental
Mini
Nissan Micra
or similar
$23.38
/ per day
Mauritius Airport Car Rental
Compact Elite
Hyundai Grand i10
or similar
$25.57
/ per day
Mauritius Airport Car Rental
Compact
Toyota Aqua
or similar
$37.36
/ per day
Most Popular Car Rental Deals
Trou aux Biches Downtown Car Rental
Intermediate
Suzuki Ciaz
or similar
$45.16
/ per day
Mauritius Airport Car Rental
Economy Elite
Perodua Bezza
or similar
$55.59
/ per day
Mauritius Airport Car Rental
Standard
Suzuki Ciaz
or similar
$57.91
/ per day
Mauritius Airport Car Rental
Full-size Elite SUV
Hyundai Creta
or similar
$60.22
/ per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 15:08 on 2023-12-04. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
Travel Information
Languages
English, French, Creole
Currency
MUR
Drive on
Left-hand side
Country code
+230
Average car rental price
$41 per day
Average car rental length
10 days
Speed limit within town
40 km/h or 25 mph
Speed limit out of town
80 - 110 km/h or 50 - 68 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.02%
Why rent a car in Mauritius?
Having a car in Mauritius will let you discover this tropical island at your own pace. The island is small and well-connected by a road network, so the travel distances are small, yet you’ll discover a surprising variety of culture and nature.
Top ways to enter Mauritius
Mauritius Airport: The only international airport on Mauritius is located in Plaisance and is about an hour’s drive away from Port-Louis. It hosts flights to and from many destinations in Africa, Europe, and Asia.
Top cities and places to visit
- Blue-Bay: Famous as a spot for snorkeling and doing other water sports, Blue-Bay is also where you can sample the delicious Mauritian cuisine, a mixture of French, Indian, and African influences. Locals say that you have to look for the best restaurants outside of the main tourist areas.
- Port-Louis: The capital of Mauritius is small and cozy. Its art spaces and museums are the best places to learn about the island’s culture and history.
- Bel Ombre: Home not only to wild beaches, but also impressive mountains, the area around Bel Ombre village is home to Frédérica Nature Reserve.
- Rivière Noire: Also known as the Black River District, the westernmost part of Mauritius has the scenic Tamarin Falls, as well as unique dunes and gorges.
- Pereybere: Located on the northern tip of the Mauritius island, Pereybere and its surrounding beaches offer world-class diving opportunities.
Most popular rental car
The most popular rental car in Mauritius is the Hyundai i10, but the Toyota Vitz and the Citroen C1 are also popular.
Crossing Borders
As an island country, Mauritius doesn’t have any neighbors, so there are no land borders to cross.
Most popular types of rental car
The most popular rental car type in Mauritius is an economy, but travelers also tend to pick mini and intermediate.
Top driving routes
Plaisance - Grand Baie (70 km / 43 mi) Mauritius is famous for its beaches, but the route between these two popular tourism destinations will let you explore more of the inland.
Car Rental Prices
- Convertibles - from $120 per day
- Station wagons - from $61 per day
- Large cars - from $30 per day
- Medium cars - from $26 per day
- Vans - from $58 per day
- Premium cars - from $161 per day
- Small cars - from $23 per day
- SUVs - from $58 per day
How can I save money on my rental car?
You can do a number of things to get a good car rental deal in Mauritius:
- Compare rates
- Book your rental car well in advance
- Plan your route before you go
- Know your fuel and mileage requirements
- Visit on the month when the rental prices are the cheapest. Visit on the month when the rental prices are the cheapest. According to our data, visiting Mauritius is the cheapest in October when renting a car is about 30% cheaper than the yearly average.
Top 10 Most Popular Cities in Mauritius
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Car Rental in Plaisance from $23.16 per day
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Car Rental in Grand Bay from $46.76 per day
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Car Rental in Flic en Flac from $51.39 per day
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Car Rental in Port Louis from $55.04 per day
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Car Rental in Bel Ombre from $33.59 per day
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Car Rental in Pointe aux Piments from $69.49 per day
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Car Rental in Le Morne Peninsula from $50.96 per day
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Car Rental Tamarin from $54.95 per day
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Car Rental in Mauritius from $54.35 per day
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Car Rental in Quartier Militaire from $50.94 per day
Top Most Popular Locations in Mauritius
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Car Rental at Mauritius Airport from $23.16 per day
Map of Car Rental Locations
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Mauritius?
The cost of renting a car in Mauritius varies by season. This graph compares prices from month to month in order to help you find the best time of year.
Average rental costs per day in Mauritius
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car in Mauritius is August — when rental costs average $27.57 per day. This is 13% cheaper than the yearly average and 25% cheaper than renting a car in December (when prices average $36.94 per day).
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
What’s the average rental length in Mauritius?
How long renters typically keep their vehicle sometimes varies depending on the time of year. Travelers tend to keep their rental cars longer in July — an average of 11 days. They tend to keep them for a shorter time in January — an average of 10 days.
Average number of rental days in Mauritius
What's the most popular month to rent a car in Mauritius?
Based on how many customers search for a car in Mauritius, the most popular month is November, while the least popular is February.
Monthly searches in Mauritius by pick-up date relative to the average
Car Rental Information
| Car rental locations | 25 |
| Airport locations | 1 |
| Popular suppliers | Mauriconnect Car Rental, AutoRent Mauritius, Garuda Car Rental, Am38, Mauhire |
| Popular car categories | Small cars, Medium cars, SUVs, Large cars |
| Lowest price | $23 per day |
| Cheapest supplier | Morisoleil Car Rental |
Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mauriconnect Car Rental | Hyundai Grand i10 | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| AutoRent Mauritius | Suzuki Alto | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Mauriconnect Car Rental | Toyota Vitz | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Mauriconnect Car Rental | Suzuki Swift | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| AutoRent Mauritius | Nissan Micra | 4 | 2 | Small cars |
| Mauriconnect Car Rental | Honda Jazz | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Mauriconnect Car Rental | Nissan Micra | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Garuda Car Rental | Suzuki Alto | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| AutoRent Mauritius | Suzuki Ignis | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
| Am38 | Suzuki Swift | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
Our Customers' Reviews
Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have an option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental car. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic, verified, and trustworthy.
AG
South Africa
Hyundai Grand i10
November 1, 2023
The locals, the food, the ocean! Mauritius was amazing and we got married! Life changing experience!
EP
United States of America (USA)
Hyundai i10
October 23, 2023
Mon Choisy Beach is wonderful!
DP
Romania
Nissan Micra
October 21, 2023
Everything (we are talking about Mauritius,duuuhhh…)
HH
Netherlands
Kia Picanto
September 27, 2023
we went all around the island and stayed in 4 different sides of the island, also went inland for the usual tourist attractions as well as local markets.
SS
South Africa
Kia Picanto
September 22, 2023
I basically selected top attractions in mauritius and traveled the island east south west and north and enjoyed stops throughout the week.
JR
South Africa
Honda Jazz
September 4, 2023
Rent a car and do a tour of the north and tour of the south yourself, don't pay for a taxi. North: Mont Choisy beach; Grand Baie beach (and town); Red church. South: Model boat shop in Curepipe; Grand Baisson Temple; Alexandria waterfall; Black River Gorge lookout; Rhumederie Chamarel; 7 sands; Curiousity Chamarel. Don't forget the beaches at Flic en Flac and La Morne.
All of these are easily accessible by car.
DS
South Africa
Honda Jazz
August 30, 2023
All sights and experiences were nice and memorable. We hated the traffic and the roads.
NM
South Africa
Nissan Micra
August 29, 2023
Travelling and touring the country
AS
India
Suzuki Ertiga
August 29, 2023
Mauritius is for travellers who love nature and it's scenic beauty
DB
France
Suzuki Celerio
August 13, 2023
Mauritius is a perfect spot for perfect hollidays
ER
South Africa
Suzuki Swift
August 12, 2023
You can not get the best out of a trip unless you are in control, self driving is the answer.
FR
South Africa
Suzuki Alto
July 28, 2023
Enjoyed the Anelia Resort that I stayed at.
SF
Italy
Suzuki Swift
July 11, 2023
A beautiful island with vegetation close to the sea that creates a wonderful contrast. The food is delicious and the people kind. A nice holiday.
JC
United Kingdom
Suzuki Celerio
June 29, 2023
Visited Black River Gorges National Park, and numerous beaches. It’s a small island so everywhere is a day trip. (Do watch out for potholes though as the roads can be a bit bumpy in places!)
JK
New Zealand
Suzuki Celerio
June 19, 2023
Bo'Valon Mall was a pleasure to shop in.
Climbed Lion Mountain .
Loved driving the Toyota Hybrid.
BM
Australia
Kia Picanto
June 18, 2023
Beach, visiting family
TW
United Kingdom
Nissan Micra
June 5, 2023
We used Google offline maps It was easy to navigate and we have seen many amazing places that Mauritius has to offer.
MS
Slovenia
Kia Picanto
May 12, 2023
Renting a car in Mauritius gave us endless opurtunities to discover this amazing island. We did over 900km in 12 days, I was positively surprised with road conditions and road network. Freedom of visiting many places, stop when and where you want, which beach or interesting place to take, thats possible with the car.
GL
United Kingdom
Honda Jazz
March 19, 2023
I came for a business trip but still enjoy my time out
KM
Estonia
Nissan Micra
March 17, 2023
We liked the most sea, beaches and underwater world. Swimming with delfines. The local food was also very good.
EB
Norway
Kia Picanto
February 19, 2023
You can trust this rental company.
MM
Hungary
Suzuki Alto
February 7, 2023
Bois Cheri tea factory was amazing.
Rhumerie de Chamarel was nice, Grand basin the monkeys are aggressive.
ME
Seychelles
Hyundai i10
December 16, 2022
Car hire
JG
United Kingdom
Hyundai Grand i10
December 5, 2022
The car pick up office is with the others so no issues there. The payment is calculated on a calculator when you get there but there were no shocks in the price given.
HL
United States of America (USA)
Hyundai i10
December 5, 2022
Mauritius is beautiful and has extremely friendly people. Driving on the left side on very narrow roads can be bit of a challenge
RS
United Kingdom
Perodua Axia
November 27, 2022
Flack market on a Sunday is a definite must, ant the temple at Grand Bassin is very calming
PV
Ireland
Hyundai i10
November 16, 2022
Visited all the good spots - the car gave us freedom to do it as we chose.
SF
United Kingdom
Suzuki Alto
November 15, 2022
We traveled all the way around Mauritius coastal roads and inland. Stayed at 4 locations. Fabulous beaches, nature and wildlife very interesting, people were friendly and helpful. Loved our rental car as it provided freedom to explore and get off the Beaton track. (Ebony Forest, Tamarind Falls, Botanical Gardens; dolphin whale watching, Ile aux cerfs) Roads were good particularly if you are a UK driver it’s like driving back home. Very Easy. Mauritius has so much to offer. A jewel in the Indian Ocean.
SM
United Kingdom
Hyundai Grand i10
November 11, 2022
Visiting loved ones
MC
France
Hyundai Grand i10
October 31, 2022
Go North, South or West. Not East.
JK
Switzerland
Suzuki Alto
October 6, 2022
Visited La Morne to Windsurf it was fantastic
DD
Romania
Hyundai i10
August 27, 2022
Smooth, quick, no prbl.
SM
Zimbabwe
Honda Jazz
August 24, 2022
Chamarel 7 coloured earth was a good experience
PP
India
Hyundai i10
May 26, 2022
We were given an automatic Mazda Demio and it was small enough for Mauritian roads and yet as powerful as an SUV, even though it was a hatchback and had run more than 1 lakh km! We thoroughly enjoyed the car and drove it all around Mauritius. We didn't feel the need for the GPS because you can just download offline maps and use them with location on your phone, even without data. However, there was no USB or Aux port in the car and the infotainment system was completely in Japanese. But the views and the navigation kept us busy so we didn't miss music!
RR
United States of America (USA)
Hyundai Grand i10
April 24, 2022
The gas mileage was great on the vehicle. We visited port Louis, the 7 earth colors and le monte. Port louis is very busy and the waterfront is nearby and a nice area to visit and shop. The 7 earth is interesting and nice views on the way there. The coastal area is a nice drive to the south with beaches along the way.
GL
Latvia
Kia Picanto
March 28, 2022
We drove around and cross all Mauritius island. There every place are stunning.
JL
Cyprus
Suzuki Alto
March 15, 2022
This was the most uncomplicated and pleasant car rental I ever had! Receiving and returning the car was straight forward, the agent very friendly and professional. The car was in a very good condition. Always again and highly recomendable.
JP
Lithuania
Suzuki Alto
January 11, 2022
I loved how easy everything worked out.
Managers are friendly and responsive.
Really good service.
Thank you
MD
United Kingdom
Hyundai i10
March 6, 2020
Great visit to all of >auritius
MY
France
Nissan NV200
February 24, 2020
Love Mauritius
KL
United Kingdom
Citroen C1
November 15, 2019
Use these guys, they'll look after you .
Great for the Sunday market in Flaq on the east coast, Grand Baie in the north and Rochester Falls in the South. Perfect as we were staying in Flic N Flac
GC
United Arab Emirates
Citroen C1
July 15, 2019
A car is very convenient in Maurituis, taxis are expensive so hire car is best
RB
United Kingdom
Suzuki Alto
May 21, 2019
Lovely place and would highly recommend renting a car to get around to other nice areas on the island.
SB
Belgium
Toyota Vitz
April 28, 2019
Mauritius is best seen by car
AN
South Africa
Hyundai Grand i10
April 18, 2019
Really easy to drive around the Island and one the flexibility of having own transport
Car Rental Statistics
Highest rated company
Mauhire
9.3 / 10
Lowest rated company
Inncar Holidays
7.9 / 10
Total number of reviews
108
Total rental companies
26
Average daily price
$41.05
Lowest daily price
$23.16
Total cars available
1257
Top 26 Suppliers in Mauritius in 2023
Mauhire
4 locations
$34 - $91
CATH CAR RENTAL
11 locations
$47 - $179
Garuda Car Rental
12 locations
$37 - $99
Am38
1 location
$26 - $32
Morisoleil Car Rental
2 locations
$23
Easycab Rent A Car
3 locations
$46 - $121
ABBYCAR
2 locations
Autounion
8 locations
$41 - $219
First Car Rental Mauritius
1 location
$46 - $80
Europcar
3 locations
$82 - $170
SIXT
5 locations
$68 - $122
AutoRent Mauritius
4 locations
$32 - $118
Budget
1 location
$59 - $68
Carwiz
1 location
Hertz
3 locations
$104
Thrifty
1 location
Mauriconnect Car Rental
1 location
$23 - $58
GreenMotion
1 location
$51 - $177
Avis
1 location
$68 - $74
Royal Car Rental
14 locations
$40 - $166
Soleiro Car Rental
5 locations
$69 - $180
NUCarrentals
2 locations
Surprice
2 locations
$55 - $107
First Car
1 location
Inncar Holidays
1 location
$35 - $69
Tan & Tej
1 location
$41 - $75
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