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Mauritius holidays
Best time to visit Mauritius
The strongest periods are May to June and September to December. April and July to August are good shoulder-season alternatives if you prefer fewer crowds. Daytime highs average about 27°C across the main season. Rainfall is generally limited.
How much does a trip to Mauritius cost?
On the ground, including accommodation and everyday spending, allow about £80 a day at the budget end, around £150 a day mid-range and £435+ for high-end travel. A seven-night mid-range trip, including estimated return travel from London, is best treated as a planning range of £1460 to £2040 per person. Return travel is modelled at about £505 off-peak, £650 typically and £880 in busy UK travel periods. These are planning estimates rather than live quotes. Available accommodation spans simple, comfortable, premium and luxury. The quiz prices the highest available tier that fits your selected minimum and total budget.
What kind of holiday is Mauritius?
Mauritius is strongest for beaches and coastal time, switching off, family trips, romance, and diving and watersports. The main settings are tropical islands, coastal scenery, and lakes, rivers and waterfalls, and the pace is relaxing.
Strong fit if
- You want beaches and coastal time, switching off, family trips, romance, and diving and watersports.
- You prefer a slower, more restful pace.
- You are comfortable with a well-known destination.
Think twice if
- You want a packed, high-energy itinerary every day.
- You strongly dislike famous or busy destinations.
Travel from the UK
Allow roughly 12.5 hours of modelled flying time from London, before airport and transfer time. This is a substantial journey, so ten nights or more will usually make better use of the travel time.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Mauritius?
The strongest periods are May to June and September to December. April and July to August are also worth considering for lower crowds. Main-season daytime highs average about 27°C. Rainfall is generally limited.
How much does a trip to Mauritius cost?
On the ground, including accommodation and everyday spending, allow about £80 a day at the budget end, around £150 a day mid-range and £435+ for high-end travel. A seven-night mid-range trip, including estimated return travel from London, is best treated as a planning range of £1460 to £2040 per person. Return travel is modelled at about £505 off-peak, £650 typically and £880 in busy UK travel periods. These are planning estimates rather than live quotes.
How long is the flight or journey to Mauritius from the UK?
Allow roughly 12.5 hours of modelled flying time from London, before airport and transfer time.
Who is Mauritius good for?
Mauritius best suits travellers looking for beaches and coastal time, switching off, family trips, romance, and diving and watersports. Expect tropical islands, coastal scenery, and lakes, rivers and waterfalls, with a relaxing pace.