Kevin Autos

The north is the most developed part of the island, featuring vibrant nightlife, shopping centers, and a wide variety of restaurants. It's a lively hub for both locals and tourists. The west lures visitors with its calm lagoons and stunning white-sand beaches, perfect for water sports and sunset walks along the beach. In contrast, the south offers a more natural, unspoiled landscape, especially around Black River Gorges National Park, where you'll find lush forests, waterfalls, and native vegetation. The east remains quieter and less visited, with pristine beaches, sometime strong breezes, and a slower pace of life — ideal for a peaceful retreat.

Traveling in Mauritius by bus may provide you with a unique experience to write home about. However, most buses don't have air conditioning, run on "best effort" schedules and are generally designed for local commuters, not for tourists. That means their routing is not aligned with touristic interests, they are very slow, and might leave you stranded because the last bus is usually quite early.

Taxis are of course another option but keep in mind that taxis in Mauritius don't have meters and have to return to their designated origin before they can pick up another customer. As a result, one-way trips can be quite expensive, and fares may soar to unreasonable levels—especially when you have no alternatives.

So drive your own car to get off the beaten path, explore the island at your own pace and visit places where public transport is not available! For example, the Tamarind Falls is one of the most beautiful places in Mauritius, but you can get to them only by car. Stay as long as you want and don't worry about your taxi driver still being there when you return.

By driving yourself, you’ll also be able to see much more in a single day—no waiting around for buses or negotiating with taxi drivers. You can stop whenever something catches your eye, whether it's a scenic lookout, a quiet beach, or a roadside vendor selling fresh pineapple or Roti. Having your own vehicle gives you the flexibility to discover hidden gems, take spontaneous detours, and truly experience the island on your own terms.