Travel and transport agencies Port Louis

The national airline, created in 1967, has its headquarters in Port Louis and an agency where you can change or buy tickets to go to the countries served directly from the island: France, of course, with several weekly flights thanks to the partnership with Air France, but also 23 other destinations around the world, including in the region, Reunion or Madagascar. Air Mauritius is also the only airline to operate flights between the mother island and the small island of Rodrigues - from 2 to 5 flights per day depending on the season.

There are two in the capital: the one located in the north, Place de l'Immigration, serves the northern and eastern cities; the one in Place Victoria in the south serves the cities of the central plateau as well as the west and the south. Buses run from 5:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the urban area, and a service is provided between Port-Louis and Curepipe in both directions until 11:00 p.m. The locations and cities served are indicated by a sign on the front of each bus. For more comfort, at very low fares, opt for the express buses equipped with air conditioning.

Central and guarded, the Caudan Waterfront is the most convenient place to park. Arriving from the north on the freeway, keep to your lane and drive straight through the town. Pass the Caudan shopping center on the right and the southern bus station on the left. Don't take the overpass, turn left at the Caudan sign and go right under the overpass. Then right again 150 m further on - signposted to the parking lot. When approaching from the south, turn left at the Caudan sign.

In addition to a reliable and professional service, the Agency offers GPS rentals: ideal for independent travellers who wish to discover the island by themselves without having to seek or risk losing (in Mauritius, even though signalitique has improved, it remains insufficient as soon as the main axes are left out). Another exclusive advantage: free use of a laptop for all rentals over three days. This avoids the overbilling of roaming and can reach First Car Rental in all circumstances! Free delivery throughout the island. 4 x 2 rental, ideal for kitesurfers.

We appreciate the service and reliability of an international brand, established in Mauritius since 1974, where it represents Renault, Kia, Mitsubishi, Mini and BMW. A wide choice of vehicles is offered in all price ranges: from the Kia Picanto to the top-of-the-range SUV such as the BMW X3, via the Mini Cooper. Europcar is present throughout the island with a 24/7 breakdown service and offers extensive insurance coverage for drivers and passengers, GPS/baby seat rentals, driver-guide services, transfers and excursions.

ABC Car Rental has been established in Mauritius since 1987 and guarantees a qualitative and serious service. It offers a wide range of vehicles in all price ranges: from the small Fiat 500 to the Porsche Cayenne or Jeep Grand Cherokee rented, on demand, in VIP mode with driver. The services are varied and qualitative, in keeping with the reputation of the brand: 24/7 assistance, organisation of transfers and excursions, counters all over the island, rental of minibuses with 30 to 40 seats... Reservation on line

Port-Louis, the capital of Mauritius, is a lively, cosmopolitan city with many tourist attractions. The city also boasts beautiful parks and gardens, such as Parc du Pouce and Jardin de la Compagnie. History buffs can visit the Port-Louis Museum and the Blue Penny Museum. In the vicinity of Port-Louis, we recommend a visit to the Pamplemousses Garden and the Eureka House. As for gastronomy, Mauritian cuisine is a blend of Indian, Creole, Chinese and European flavors. Not-to-be-missed dishes include Byriani, Samosas, curry and chutney. Typical drinks include tamarind juice and alouda. Port-Louis also boasts a lively nightlife, with numerous restaurants, cafés, bars and a casino.