Mauritius island at a glance
Officially the Republic of Mauritius, is an island nation in the Indian Ocean about 2,000 kilometres (1,200 mi) off the southeast coast of the African continent. The country includes the islands of Mauritius and Rodrigues, 560 kilometres (350 mi) east of Mauritius, and the outer islands of Agaléga and St. Brandon. The islands of Mauritius and Rodrigues form part of the Mascarene Islands, along with nearby Réunion, a French overseas department. The area of the country is 2,040 km2 (790 sq mi). The capital and largest city Port Louis is located on the main island of Mauritius. The area of the country is 2,040 square kilometres (790 sq mi), the nation’s Exclusive Economic Zone covers an area of 2.3 million square kilometres
THIS IS
MAURITIUS
1.3 million
Population
French, English & Creole
Languages
2,040 km2
Total surface area
20°C – 28°C
Average Temperature
Mauritian Rupee
Stable currency
GMT+4
Time zone
2.3 million km2
Exclusive economic zone

The Mauritian Art de Vivre
A melting pot of vibrant communities respecting the traditions, languages and religions of everyone and living in a friendly atmosphere. Whether you’re an action sports enthusiast, a consummate foodie or passionate about history and culture, there are countless ways to spend your free time in Mauritius.
So much more than an island with idyllic beautiful beaches, Mauritius offers a range of activities, including: