Mauritius car hire

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Cheap car hire in Mauritius

EconomyR438/day
CompactR663/day
IntermediateR1 563/day
SUVR584/day
People carrierR1 194/day
MiniR438/day
PremiumR2 212/day
Passenger vanR1 313/day
Pick-up truckR1 286/day
Compact SUVR1 107/day
Intermediate SUVR1 240/day
Intermediate estate carR1 304/day
2 Adults, 2 Bags
garudaEconomy car in Mauritius
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4 Adults, 2 Bags
mauriconnectCompact car in Mauritius
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5 Adults, 3 Bags
europcarIntermediate car in Mauritius
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2 Adults, 2 Bags
autorentmauritiusSUV car in Mauritius
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5 Adults, 3 Bags
garudaPeople carrier car in Mauritius
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2 Adults, 2 Bags
garudaMini car in Mauritius
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5 Adults, 5 Bags
europcarPremium car in Mauritius
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4 Adults, 2 Bags
hertzPassenger van car in Mauritius
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5 Adults, 2 Bags
garudaPick-up truck car in Mauritius
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4 Adults, 2 Bags
1firstcarrentalCompact SUV car in Mauritius
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5 Adults, 3 Bags
garudaIntermediate SUV car in Mauritius
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5 Adults, 3 Bags
cathcarrentalIntermediate estate car car in Mauritius
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Best prices found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

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 R532 or less
  • Book your car hire in Mauritius at least 5 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Off-airport car hire locations in Mauritius are around 18% more expensive than airport locations on average
  • Premium car hire in Mauritius are around -89% 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 R1 013 per day.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Mauritius?

    Premium (Nissan Navara or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Mauritius.

  • What is the cheapest car hire company in Mauritius?

    In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at Garuda Car Rental Ltd (R438/day), MauriConnect (R443/day) and Morisoleil Car Rental (R487/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 (71% of total searches of users looking to hire a car in Mauritius), Flic en Flac (3%) and Balaclava (2%).

  • How much does it cost to hire a car for a week in Mauritius?

    On average a car hire in Mauritius costs R3 801 per week (R543 per day).

  • How much does it cost to hire a car long term for a month in Mauritius?

    On average a car hire in Mauritius costs R16 291 per month (R543 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

  • 1firstcarrental

    1First Car Rental car hire locations in Mauritius

    94 Locations

  • surpricecarrental

    SURPRICE CAR RENTAL car hire locations in Mauritius

    33 Locations

  • avis

    Avis car hire locations in Mauritius

    28 Locations

  • pingouincar

    Pingouin Car car hire locations in Mauritius

    18 Locations

  • royalmauritius

    Royal Car Rental car hire locations in Mauritius

    18 Locations

  • soleirorental

    Soleiro Rental car hire locations in Mauritius

    17 Locations

  • hertz

    Hertz car hire locations in Mauritius

    16 Locations

  • morisoleilcarrental

    Morisoleil Car Rental car hire locations in Mauritius

    15 Locations

  • cathcarrental

    Cath Car Rental car hire locations in Mauritius

    14 Locations

  • sixtrentacar

    Sixt car hire locations in Mauritius

    10 Locations

  • autounion

    Autounion Car Rental car hire locations in Mauritius

    9 Locations

  • olamauritius

    OLA Mauritius Car Rental car hire locations in Mauritius

    9 Locations

Good to know

Most popular agency

Royal Car Rental

Most popular car type

Premium

Average price

R543/day

Good deal

R532/day

When to book a rental car in Mauritius

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Car hire locations in Mauritius

The rates displayed include all taxes and fees for hire cars for the class listed and were found by KAYAK users in the last 48 hours. Offers are subject to change and may not be available on all car hires listed or dates of travel. Some hire car providers charge additional fees for other services (GPS, infant car seats, etc.). Please check the website of the respective hire car provider.