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Geography
Mauritius is located approximately 2000 kilometres to the south
eastern coast of Africa and lies east of Madagascar on 20°5,
57,E. The country covers an area of 1865 square km with 330 kilometers
of coastline. Mauritius is 45km in width and 65km in length.
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Money Matters
The monetary unit is the Mauritian Rupee (Rs.)
which is divided into 100 cents (cs). The exchange rate at time
of print, one Euro is worth around Rs. 30
Banks
Monday to Thursday : 9:15 am to 3:30 pm, Friday
9:15 am to 3:30 pm, Saturday 9:15 am to 11:15 am (Only some of
the banks).
Banks are also open to coincide with the arrival and departure
of international flights at the Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Airport.
Credit Cards
Credit cards are normally accepted by banks and
most hotel, restaurants and tourist shops.
Health
No vaccinations are required. However a yellow fever vaccination
certificate is required for travellers over 1 year of age who
arrive from areas where yellow fever cases are reported. To ensure
that Mauritius holidays can be enjoyed without any hassle, please
ensure that you contact your doctor before you visit.
Safety
A tourist police service has been set up to ensure
security in tourist zones. An anti-terrorist law has also been
proclaimed. A specific law relating to all tourist activities
and corrupt practices has also been voted.
The following essential pieces of advice are meant
for your:
- Keep an eye on all personal belongings at all times
- Be careful when withdrawing money from a cash point
- Avoid wearing expensive jewellery
- Do not leave anything inside your car
- For trips or purchases use only recognised operators or suppliers.
- Keep your passports, plane tickets, jewellery of value and large
sums of money in safe custody
- For sea excursions, do not rent boats with inadequate security
standards
- During individual sea trips, always notify the person responsible
for the boat house
- Do not go swimming in areas where it is forbidden.
Climate
The temperature on the coastal areas varies between
22°C in winter and 34°C
in summer.
The sea temperature in Mauritius waters vary between 22°C
and 27°C.
In the central part of the Indian Ocean island, the maximum daytime
temperature varies from about 19°C in August to about 26°C
in February.
The western and northern regions are warmer and relatively drier
than the East and the South
Visas
A visitor must be in possession of a valid passport
and a return or onward ticket. a visitor's visa is normally granted
for a period of two weeks to one month upon arrival, to almost
all holders of a valid passport, with one or two exceptions. Visitors
are strongly recommended to contact the Passport and Immigration
Office in Mauritius or the nearest Mauritian Embassy or Consulate.
The visa can be extended upon request at the Passport
and Immigration Office, Sterling House, 11-19 Lislet Geoffroy
Street, Port Louis, Tel (230) 210 9312 and Fax (230) 210 9322
What to pack
Mauritius Holdidays are completed by ensuring
that you take your best beach and casual wear. In winter months
(June-September), carry some light woolen clothing for the cool
evenings. Please show due respect when visiting religious places.
Wear appropriate clothing (and remove leather shoes and belts)
when entering the premises
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