Tips and advice on renting a car in Mauritius
Here we have put together some tips on what to consider when looking for a rental car in Mauritius and regions/states such as Plaines Wilhems, Flacq, Pamplemousses, Port Louis, Grand Port, Rivière du Rempart, Moka, Savanne, Black River and Rodrigues.
Are there several of you who will drive the car? Where are you going?
Extra driver? If more than one person is driving the car, this must be stated at the time of booking or at the company upon arrival. Remember that there may be restrictions on driving the car to other countries and taking the car from or to islands such as Rodrigues Island, .
Is free mileage / free miles included?
Check that free mileage is included in the rent. If free mileage is not included, check that the number of kilometers in the contract is sufficient. All major companies have unlimited mileage, but less expensive companies may have a maximum mileage per day.
Compare prices from several companies and book the rental car on the Internet
Searching and booking car rental on the Internet becomes cheaper and it is easier and takes less time. Compare many companies and sites to find the best price. Autoprio.com compares several companies at the same time in a single search via Cartrawler. We do not own any cars but only compare prices from different companies such as e.g. Avis, Hertz, Europcar, Budget, Sixt, Thrifty, InterRent, Green Motion, Surprice and First Car Rental, etc.
Refuel the car before returning it
Different companies have different fuel conditions. If the car is to be refueled before return, do so to avoid extra fees from the rental car company. Some smaller companies have an administrative fee for refueling the car if it is to be left empty, which is stated in the conditions but not always in the total price. Look extra carefully at the refueling regulations! If the company has 'Pick up full, drop off empty' then there may be an administrative fee for refueling. Any fee is stated during the booking. It is often the cheaper companies that have 'Pick up full, drop off empty'.
Book as early as possible
Book as early as possible, it will usually be more expensive if you wait. In large cities such as Port Louis, Beau Bassin-Rose Hill, Vacoas, Curepipe, Quatre Bornes, Triolet, Goodlands, Centre de Flacq, Bel Air Rivière Sèche and Mahébourg, prices often rise the later you book. It can also be difficult to find cars at major airports such as Mauritius-Port Louis Airport and Rodrigues-Plaine Corail Airport, if you wait too long.
Do a quick inspection upon pickup
Inspect and examine the rental car when you pick it up. Check that all damages, scratches and dents are included in the condition report. Check how big the deductible is! What often differentiates between smaller, cheaper companies in Mauritius and larger global companies is the amount of the deductible. Also read the conditions carefully when it comes to how the car is to be returned. Smaller local companies may have an administrative fee if the car is to be returned with an empty tank. Any fee is stated in our terms and conditions when you apply.
Review the contract & terms carefully
Review and read the rental conditions before booking the rental car. Autoprio.com offers rental cars from several different rental car companies and the conditions differ between the different companies. Smaller companies may have administrative fees to be paid on site that relate to refueling after return. Any fees are stated during the booking. Review and read the contract when you pick up your rental car. Autoprio.com offers cheap rental cars from several different rental car companies in Mauritius and the contract differs between the different companies. If there is something you do not understand in the contract, ask someone from the company on site or contact us directly.
Frequently asked questions about car rental & renting a car in Mauritius
Which costs are included in the rental price in Mauritius?
In the majority of cases the rental price includes breakdown assistance, collision damage waiver, third party liability protection, unlimited mileage, airport fee and tax. Please note that the costs included may vary depending on the car rental company and destination. The car hire company may also choose to ask you for a deposit or excess at the rental desk in Mauritius. Make sure to check the rental conditions at the time of booking at Autoprio.com.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Mauritius?
In the past 14 days, the cheapest rental cars were found on Autoprio.com at Royal Mauritius, OLA, Surprice, Mauriconnect, Morisoleil, Green Motion, Pingouin and First Car Rental in cities like Goodlands, Mahébourg, Triolet, Quatre Bornes, Vacoas, Port Louis, Curepipe, Centre de Flacq, Bel Air Rivière Sèche and Beau Bassin-Rose Hill, etc and at airports like Mauritius-Port Louis Airport and Rodrigues-Plaine Corail Airport, etc.
How can I find car rentals near me in Mauritius?
Do a search for the city, island or airport closest to you in Mauritius. A search for country or e.g. island in Mauritius lists the largest airports like Mauritius-Port Louis Airport and Rodrigues-Plaine Corail Airport. Then take a look at our map of cheap car hire companies to find the best rental cars near you.
Are there any cross-border charges if you want to leave Mauritius?
The car rental agents like Sixt, Budget, Avis, Thrifty, Hertz, InterRent and Europcar may choose to charge you for cross-border travel. Any fees will need to be paid at the rental desk in Mauritius in local currency. We will state whether cross-border travel is allowed and in which countries at the time of booking under rental conditions at Autoprio.com.
What are the most popular car rental locations in Mauritius?
Based on searches on autoprio.com, the most popular cities to rent a car in Mauritius are Curepipe, Bambous, Triolet, Mahébourg, Centre de Flacq, Beau Bassin-Rose Hill, Bel Air Rivière Sèche, Port Louis, Le Hochet, Vacoas, Grand Baie, Terre Rouge, Quatre Bornes, Saint Pierre and Goodlands. The most popular airports are Mauritius-Port Louis Airport and Rodrigues-Plaine Corail Airport.
Do I need an international driver’s licence in Mauritius?
If your licence is not printed in the Roman alphabet (i.e. Arabic, Greek, Russian or Chinese) you will need to bring an international driving licence and your domestic licence in Mauritius. If you are renting abroad (outside your country of residence, or outside where your license was issued), an international drivers licence is usually required regardless of the alphabet. International driver’s licences must be accompanied by the original domestic licence of the driver.
How old do you have to be to rent a car in Mauritius?
Most car hire companies have a minimum age limit of 21 years for rentals. However, requirements may vary depending on the car rental company and destination country. Please note that there may be additional charges if the main driver is under 25 or over 75 years old to cover the extra insurance cost. Any additional fee will be mentioned at the time of booking under summary of charges before you confirm the reservation at Autoprio.com.
How much do you charge for excess in Mauritius?
The excess amount depends on the car hire company and the rented vehicle and it will be refunded within 10-28 days after the rental if there has been no damage. Cartrawler offer damage refund insurance in association with Autoprio.com insurance partners, which will allow you to claim for reimbursement in the event that you have been charged for collision damage or theft. This damage refund insurance can be purchased at the time of booking.
Are there extra charges for drop-off at a different location in Mauritius?
Yes, in most cases the car rental agents like Sixt, Avis, Budget, Europcar and Hertz will charge an extra fee if you wish to return the vehicle at a different location in Mauritius. We will clearly state whether the one-way fee is included in the rental price or what additional cost may arise at the time of booking at Autoprio.com.
Can I book without a credit card in Mauritius?
Yes. You can make a booking without a credit card with Autoprio.com in Mauritius. Note that, even if you choose to pay by debit card, you will have to provide a valid credit card in the driver’s name at the time of pick-up since the rental agent requires a credit card from which to take the rental deposit. Credit cards accepted for pick-up are MasterCard, Visa, and in some cases American Express.
What is the best rental car company in Mauritius?
Based on ratings and reviews on autoprio.com, the best car rental companies in Mauritius are Sixt, Budget, Avis, Thrifty, Hertz, InterRent and Europcar. You can find these car hire companies in cities like Goodlands, Mahébourg, Triolet, Quatre Bornes, Vacoas, Port Louis, Curepipe, Centre de Flacq, Bel Air Rivière Sèche and Beau Bassin-Rose Hill.
We can offer car rental where every cost is included, no hidden fees and free cancellations or amendments up to 24-48 hours before you are supposed to pick up the car. An easy and safe booking of rental cars online. Autoprio.com can offer rental cars in the most cities, train stations and communities as well as airports in Mauritius.
Here you can compare rental cars and hiring of vehicles from several companies in cities in Mauritius. Look for and find the best prices on car rental. Search for and book directly in cities such as, Port Louis, Beau Bassin-Rose Hill, Vacoas, Curepipe, Quatre Bornes, Triolet, Goodlands, Center de Flacq, Bel Air Rivière Sèche, Mahébourg, Saint Pierre. We list prices from companies that are safe and quality assured so that there will not be any problems when you want to pick up your car.
Mauritius information
Mauritius (Republic of Mauritius) is a country with approximately 1,294,000 inhabitants and is located in Africa. Total surface/area 2,040 km² / 788 mi². It is the 48th largest country on Africa when it comes to inhabitants and the 54th largest regarding its surface. The capital is Port Louis which has 155,200 inhabitants. It consists of twelve regions/states/counties and the largest are Plaines Wilhems, Flacq, Pamplemousses, Port Louis, Grand Port, Rivière du Rempart, Moka, Savanne, Black River, Rodrigues, Agalega Islands and Cargados Carajos. Mauritius is the 155th largest country on when it comes to inhabitants and the 185th largest regarding the surface. Other names for this country is Republic of Mauritius, Isle de France. To make a call, you use the country code +230. .mu is a common domain ending for websites. Corps de Garde (720 m / 2,362 ft), Curepipe Point (686 m / 2,251 ft), Montagne Lagrave (638 m / 2,093 ft), Simonet (632 m / 2,073 ft) and Mont Calebasses (632 m / 2,073 ft) are the five highest mountains of the country. French, English, Bhojpuri are languages used in the country. Suggestions on places, attractions, museums that could be worth a visit during your trip to Mauritius. Weather and maps of the country, cities etc. Port Louis (c. 155200 pop), Beau Bassin-Rose Hill (c. 111400 pop), Vacoas (c. 110000 pop), Curepipe (c. 84200 pop), Quatre Bornes (c. 81000 pop) are the five largest communities. Rupee (MUR) is the currency used to make payments within the country.
Tourist attractions och activities in Mauritius
Looking for activities and experiences with the kids? Experience an amusement park, water park or theme park, then there are these options, Aquarium, Waterpark, Vallée de Ferney, Kestrel Valley Domaine Ylang Ylang and Domaine de Etoile.
Cheap car rental with unlimited mileage in Mauritius
There are many different models and sizes of cars to choose from. Fleet list in Mauritius: Exotic cars (Exotic), Intermediate elite, Special cars (Special), Luxury cars (Luxury), 7 seater minivan (7 seat minivan), Fullsize elite, Hybrid cars, Electric cars, Mini cars (Mini), Estate, Mini elite, Compact cars (Compact), Small SUV, Fullsize cars (Fullsize), Small-medium truck-lorry (Small-medium truck), 5 seater minivan (5 seat minivan), Convertible, Large truck-lorry (Large truck), Economy elite, Compact elite, Medium SUV, Cargo van, Standard cars (Standard), Moped, Economy cars (Economy), SUV / Jeep (SUV), Minivan, Luxury elite, 9 seater minivan / Minibus (9 seat minivan), Premium cars (Premium), Intermediate. Big cities and popular destinations have more car types to choose from. If you want to rent a luxury car then search at the major airports and the most popular destinations in the major regions such as Plaines Wilhems, Flacq, Pamplemousses, Port Louis, Grand Port, Rivière du Rempart, Moka, Savanne, Black River, Rodrigues, Agalega Islands and Cargados Carajos etc. It can also be harder to find and book special cars during peak season, if you do not search well in advance, before you need your rental car.
Cars you can rent in Mauritius are e.g. Medium SUV, Small SUV, Exotic cars, Hybrid cars, etc. Compact cars: e.g. Toyota Corolla, Volkswagen Polo Sedan, Nissan Tiida, Mitsubishi Attrage, Hyundai Accent, Electric cars, 9 seater minivan / Minibus, etc. Intermediate: e.g. Toyota Hilux Double Cab 4WD, Honda Accord, Peugeot 5008, etc. SUV / Jeep: e.g. Toyota Rav4, Hyundai iX35, Toyota Fortuner, Small-medium truck-lorry, Moped, etc. Estate: e.g. Toyota Corolla Estate, Intermediate elite, Special cars, etc. Convertible: e.g. Renault Megane Convertible, Mini Moke, Peugeot 308 Convertible, etc. Minivan: e.g. Toyota Avanza, Mini elite, etc. Cargo van: e.g. Nissan Double Cab, Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab 2WD, Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab 4WD, Toyota Hilux Double Cab, etc. Economy cars: e.g. Nissan Micra, Renault Captur, Mini One, etc. 7 seater minivan: e.g. Hyundai H1, Kia Carnival, Volkswagen Touran, Toyota Avanza, Luxury elite, Economy elite, etc. 5 seater minivan: e.g. Dacia Dokker, Toyota Avanza, Compact elite, etc. Mini cars: e.g. Chevrolet Spark, Perodua Viva, Kia Picanto, Citroen C1, etc. Premium cars: e.g. Volvo S60, Audi A6, Mercedes E Class, Mercedes C Class, Fullsize elite, etc. Standard cars: e.g. Toyota Avensis, Citroen C5, Large truck-lorry, etc. Luxury cars: e.g. Mercedes E Class, Jaguar XF, etc. Fullsize cars: e.g. BMW 3 Series, etc. However, in smaller cities and on islands like Rodrigues Island, Verronge, Îlot Vacoas, South Island, Siren Island, Île aux Singes, Serpent Island, Îlot Sancho, Round Island, Îlot de Roches, Île Raphael, Pointe de la Rivière Sèche, Pearl Island, Île de La Passe, Île aux Oiseaux, North Island, North Island, Mouchoir Rouge, Îlot du Mort, Mauritius, Île Marianne, Mapare, Île Malno, Le Souffleur, Île du Hangard, Gunner’s Quoin, Gabriel Island, Frigate Island, Île aux Fous, Îlot Fourneau, Île aux Fouquets, Îlot Fortier, Îlot Flamants, Fever Island, Île des Deux Cocos, Coco Island, Île aux Chats, Île Chat, Case Noyale, Île Camisard, Pointe Bernache, Île aux Bénitiers, Barkly Island, Avocaré Island, Île d’Ambre and Albatross Island etc, the range is smaller.
What to consider when looking for a rental car in Mauritius?
How do you find the cheapest rental car in Mauritius? Book your car online, it is cheaper, easier and saves time. Book as early as possible, it becomes more expensive the closer you get to your trip. Book before you leave, especially if you are going to collect your car at an airport, such as Mauritius Port Louis Plaisance Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Airport and Rodrigues Plaine Corail Sir Gaëtan Duval Airport. When you are searching with us you will find the best prices. When you are looking for a rental car in Mauritius, autoprio.com compares, for example, these companies: Budget, Surprice, Morisoleil, First Car Rental, Avis, InterRent, OLA, Europcar, Mauriconnect, Pingouin, Hertz, Green Motion, Sixt, Thrifty, Royal Mauritius.
Traffic and parking regulations
Renting and driving a car is usually easy and effortless, but as in all countries there are many traffic regulations in Mauritius you must follow. If you are going to visit and drive in large cities such as Port Louis, Beau Bassin-Rose Hill, Vacoas, Curepipe, Quatre Bornes, Triolet, Goodlands, Center de Flacq, Bel Air Rivière Sèche, Mahébourg, Saint Pierre, prepare yourself for a lot of traffic, especially in rush hour and that it is sometimes difficult to find parking. Try to memorize the most common parking and traffic regulations before you leave to ensure that your car trip is safe, and to avoid trouble with the police.
Destinations in Mauritius
Compare car rental and find cheap hire cars in regions such as: Car Rental Plaines Wilhems, Compare Car Hire Flacq, Rental Cars Pamplemousses, Port Louis, Grand Port, Rivière du Rempart, Moka, Savanne, Black River, Rodrigues, Agalega Islands and Cargados Carajos. Cheap SUV Rentals in Mauritius. Find the best hire cars and the cheapest car rental in towns such as: Cheap Car Hire Port Louis, Car Rental Beau Bassin-Rose Hill, Rent a Car Vacoas, Curepipe, Quatre Bornes, Triolet, Goodlands, Centre de Flacq, Bel Air Rivière Sèche, Mahébourg, Saint Pierre, Bambous, Le Hochet, Grand Baie, Terre Rouge, Pointe aux Piments, Rose Hill, Fond du Sac, Quatre Cocos and Cassis. All prices include free mileage, fees at the airport and necessary insurances, local taxes and fees etc in Mauritius. Compare car hire and van rental in airports such as: Cheap Car Rental Mauritius-Port Louis Airport and Rent a Car Cheap Rodrigues-Plaine Corail Airport.
Car rental companies we compare in Mauritius
OLA, InterRent, Europcar, First Car Rental, Avis, Royal Mauritius, Green Motion, Thrifty, Pingouin, Mauriconnect, Surprice, Sixt, Morisoleil, Budget and Hertz are the companies autoprio.com compares in Mauritius to find the best price.
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