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Uncover essential tips for a safe, enjoyable Mauritius journey.
Mauritius is a safe and friendly destination for travellers, but there are some things to keep in mind to ensure a safe and enjoyable trip.
Do not rely on Google Maps, as it is not optimized for Mauritius
Trust your guide instead
Drive on the left side of the road
Do not park on double yellow lines
Avoid taking buses after 6 pm, as many areas are deserted after this time
Do not hike without a guide
Be careful of slippery tiles in restrooms.
Wash your hands often to avoid diarrheal illness.
Beware of men who offer to help you with your luggage as soon as you arrive at the airport. They lie when they say that the terminal is crowded and you need their help.
Buy water from local shops instead of hotels. Hotels charge almost double for water.
Do not fall for taxi drivers who claim to take you to "amazing beaches with golden sands" or similar places. This is a common tourist trap.
There is no such thing as a private beach in Mauritius. Although hotels have cleverly colonized large stretches of sand, they do not own any of them.
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Romantic Cape Town, Safari & Mauritius
Limpopo, Western Cape, Cape of Good Hope, Cape Town, Boulders Beach, and Table MountainCombine Cape Town style, a romantic Greater Kruger safari and a Mauritius beach escape, featuring Garonga Safari Camp, LUX* Belle Mare and a catamaran cruise.
12 days
From US$7,495/p.p.
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Romantic Cape Town, Safari & Mauritius
Limpopo, Western Cape, Cape of Good Hope, Cape Town, Boulders Beach, and Table MountainCombine Cape Town style, a romantic Greater Kruger safari and a Mauritius beach escape, featuring Garonga Safari Camp, LUX* Belle Mare and a catamaran cruise.
12 days
From US$7,495/p.p.
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