Impressions - Mauritius

Mauritius

Capital
Port Louis (Google Maps)

Inhabitant (Resident)
approx. 1`200`000 Einwohner

Religion
51% Hindus, 31% Christ, 16% Muslims, 2% buddhist minority.

Language
The official languages are French and English. The most widely spoken languages ​​are English, French and Creole.

Entry
Swiss citizens just need a valid passport that is valid up to 6 months after the return date for entry into Mauritius. A visa is not necessary.

Journey(Arrival)
Air Mauritius is the national airline, which offers daily connections from Paris. With Emirates there are a few more daily connections from Zurich and Geneva via Dubai (flight time about 12 hours). There are some other airlines which offer their service to Mauritius. The internation Mauritius is characterized by a moderate climate throughout the year. In general, the east coast windy and hilly highlands is often slightly overcast. The beach areas are enjoying a year-round warm climate with plenty of sunshine. From December to March it is hot and humid. From June to September a little more wind on the island is to be expected, and the evenings are cooler.al airport (SS Ramgoolam, MRU) is located about 48 km southeast of Port Louis.

Time movement
The time movement to the CET from April – October +2 hours and from November - March +3 hours.

Climate
Mauritius is characterized by a moderate climate throughout the whole year. In general, the east coast are windy and the hilly highlands are often slightly overcast. The beach areas are enjoying a year-round warm climate with plenty of sunshine. From December to March it is hot and humid. From June to September a little more wind on the island is to be expected, and the evenings are cooler.

Vaccina tions
No vaccinations are compulsory. For details, please consult your doctor. The public, medical care in Mauritius is excellent. There are several private hospitals on the island.

Currency
The local currency is the Mauritian Rupee (MUR). MUR 100 - CHF 3.50 = approx. The currency import is free. Credit cards are accepted in hotels and in many stores.

Additional costs
The price level for food and drinks in the hotels is comparable to that in Switzerland.

Combinations
Mauritius can be combined very well with Madagascar, Reunion, Seychelles and Rodrigues.

Voltage level
220 V, English 3-pole plugs (adaptor at most hotels available).