Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in Mauritius with confidence.
How far in advance should you book car hire in Mauritius?
You should book your car hire in Mauritius around 56 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Mauritius?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest hire cars were found at Morisoleil Car Rental (£15.89/day), Cath Car Rental (£18.32/day), and Royal Car Rental (£19.97/day).
What is the most popular car to hire in Mauritius?
Hires in the Small category (Perodua Axia or similar) are the most popular option in Mauritius, costing £19/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as £12/day.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Mauritius?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Mauritius is July at an average cost of £23/day. February is the most expensive month to hire a car in Mauritius when prices are £33/day on average, which tends to be 8% above the yearly average hire price for Mauritius.
Which car hire company in Mauritius has the most locations?
Cocowave operates 4 locations in Mauritius, more than any other car hire company.
Mauritius car hire price comparison by vehicle type
Find the right car hire in Mauritius by comparing prices across vehicle types.
Small
Medium
Large
SUV
Van
Pickup truck
Luxury
Convertible
Small cars
£15 - £25
All Car Types
£44 - £53
How much does it cost to hire a small car in Mauritius?
How much does it cost to hire a medium car in Mauritius?
How much does it cost to hire a large car in Mauritius?
How much does it cost to hire an SUV in Mauritius?
How much does it cost to hire a van in Mauritius?
How much does it cost to hire a pickup truck in Mauritius?
How much does it cost to hire a luxury car in Mauritius?
How much does it cost to hire a convertible in Mauritius?
Small car hire in Mauritius typically costs around £22 per day. The best time to book is June, when prices average £15 per day, which is about 32% less than the yearly average. Small cars are usually 55% cheaper than the average car hire in Mauritius, making them ideal for budget-conscious travellers.
Medium car hire in Mauritius typically costs around £71 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average £53 per day, which is about 26% less than the yearly average. Medium cars are usually 33% more expensive than the average car hire in Mauritius, offering a good balance of space and value.
Large car hire in Mauritius typically costs around £88 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average £59 per day, which is about 33% less than the yearly average. Large cars are typically 46% more expensive than the average car hire in Mauritius but offer more comfort for longer trips.
SUV hire in Mauritius typically costs around £45 per day. The best time to book is February, when prices average £42 per day, which is about 7% less than the yearly average. SUVs can be 7% cheaper than the average car hire in Mauritius, providing extra space and capability for groups or road trips at a reasonable price.
Van hire in Mauritius typically costs around £40 per day. The best time to book is March, when prices average £36 per day, which is about 10% less than the yearly average. Vans can be 17% cheaper than the average car hire in Mauritius, yet they are the best choice for families or groups needing maximum passenger capacity.
Pickup truck hire in Mauritius typically costs around £51 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average £45 per day, which is about 12% less than the yearly average. Pickup trucks are typically 6% more expensive than the average car hire in Mauritius but are ideal for hauling gear or outdoor adventures.
Luxury car hire in Mauritius typically costs around £115 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average £82 per day, which is about 29% less than the yearly average. Luxury cars are typically 59% more expensive than the average car hire in Mauritius but deliver premium comfort and style for special occasions.
Convertible hire in Mauritius typically costs around £93 per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average £81 per day, which is about 13% less than the yearly average. Convertibles are typically 49% more expensive than the average car hire in Mauritius but are perfect for scenic drives and warm-weather destinations.
Good to know
Most popular agency
Most popular car type
Average price
Good deal
MauriConnect
Small
£23/day
£19/day
Top tips for hiring a car in Mauritius
The use of toll roads is a recent phenomenon in Mauritius, so avoiding them will not be too difficult for the foreseeable future; but you might consider using them to avoid heavy congestion on much-used roads and highways, or resort to public transportation. Plans are also in place for a new metro system to address the problem of chronic traffic conditions.
Parking is free and unrestricted outside of Port Louis and other major cities, which will come as a relief to anyone who decides to rent a car in Mauritius. You will need a ticket in order to park in one of the urban centers; those can be obtained from any petrol station you pass. Parking rates are generally about 10 MUR (about 0.30 USD) per half hour and fines are common, so plan accordingly.
There are few traffic lights in use in Mauritius outside of urban areas, so vigilance is required when approaching any intersections or roundabouts in rural areas. Also, there are very strict policies about driving while under the influence, so it is not recommended to drive your rental car if you have had a couple of drinks. Be safe and use a designated driver, or get a cab instead.
Among the major tourist attractions in Mauritius are Black River Gorges National Park in the south and the Le Morne Brabant peninsula in the southwest, where land meets the Indian Ocean. If you love coastal drives, take the A3 south from Port Louis, which becomes Route 89 around Black River, running parallel to the coast through Le Morne and beyond, when it becomes the A9 along the southern coast.
25% of our users found a car hire in Mauritius for £19 or less
Small hire cars in Mauritius are around 42% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about hiring a car in Mauritius
How much does it cost to hire a car in Mauritius?
On average a car hire in Mauritius costs £23 per day.
How can I find car hires near me in Mauritius?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
Where should I hire a car in Mauritius?
Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to hire a car in Mauritius are Port Louis (76% of total searches of users looking to hire a car in Mauritius), Grand Baie (5%) and Belle Mare (4%).
How much does a car hire in Mauritius cost for a week?
On average a car hire in Mauritius costs £158 per week (£23 per day).
How much does a car hire in Mauritius cost for a month?
On average a car hire in Mauritius costs £679 per month (£23 per day).
What is driving like in Mauritius?
Drivers must use the left side of the road when driving in Mauritius; additionally, front and rear occupants of the rental car are required by law to wear a seatbelt. A valid US license alone is sufficient to operate a rental, as long as your stay does not exceed one month. Thereafter, an International Driver’s Permit will be required.
How old do you have to be to hire a car in Mauritius?
When considering whether to rent a car in Mauritius, you should know that the minimum age to rent a car is 21, with the condition that you have been driving at least 1 year prior to renting a vehicle. Most companies will apply a fee for drivers under the age of 24, and you should be advised that this age requirement is 25 at Avis and that the fee charged is 230 MUR (6.68 USD) per day.
How much does petrol cost in Mauritius?
When you need to pull into a petrol station in Mauritius, it’s good to have an idea of the fuel prices at the pump. On average, a liter of diesel will cost roughly 35 MUR (1.02 USD) and about 3.85 USD per gallon. Cars using petrol will have to pay about 44 MUR (roughly 1.28 USD) per liter and approximately 4.84 USD for a gallon.
What are the speed limits in Mauritius?
Driving your rental car through the countryside in Mauritius, you should not go faster than 80 km/h (about 50 mph), and if you are anywhere in a city or populated area, then you should not exceed 40 km/h or 25 mph. However, once you reach the highways, you are allowed to accelerate up to 100 km/h (62 mph).
Car hire directory
1First Car Rental car hire locations in Mauritius
95 Locations
Sunnycars car hire locations in Mauritius
80 Locations
SURPRICE CAR RENTAL car hire locations in Mauritius
45 Locations
Avis car hire locations in Mauritius
33 Locations
Hertz car hire locations in Mauritius
24 Locations
Soleiro Rental car hire locations in Mauritius
23 Locations
Royal Car Rental car hire locations in Mauritius
19 Locations
IDrive car hire locations in Mauritius
18 Locations
Pingouin Car car hire locations in Mauritius
18 Locations
Sixt car hire locations in Mauritius
16 Locations
Morisoleil Car Rental car hire locations in Mauritius
15 Locations
Cath Car Rental car hire locations in Mauritius
14 Locations
Car hire locations in Mauritius
Everything you need to know for your car hire in Mauritius
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