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If you are planning to visit this beautiful island, check out Sixt for your car hire in Mauritius. Since it is imperative to have the right car to explore a country like Mauritius, it is therefore important to hire a car from a company that has knowledge of the country and can advise the best car hire vehicle to meet your requirements.Sixt can provide a wide range of vehicles, including sports, family and luxury vehicles. Whatever car rental in Mauritius you choose, rest assured that Sixt will be there to help every step of the way.
Driving regulations you need to follow in Mauritius
As always there are rules and regulations you need to be aware of before you begin driving in another country. The key ones to know in Mauritius are:
- In Mauritius, drivers are required to drive on the left hand side of the road
- As in most countries, it is the law to wear a seatbelt at all times whilst in a car
- The speed limits in Mauritius are divided into three areas: 25mph (40kmph) in towns and cities, 50mph (80kmph) on major roads and 68mph (110kmph) on motorways
- The driver is required to carry all relevant forms of ID and insurance on their person when in the car
There are other laws that you may need to be aware of, so before you depart on your journey in your car rental in Mauritius, double check the regulations to make sure you have all the relevant information at hand.
Where to drive your car rental in Mauritius
There is one main motorway in Mauritius which connects the airport to the major towns and cities in the country. Most likely you will be collecting your car hire vehicle from SSR international airport, which is located in the south east of Mauritius, so you will be able to take the M2 motorway direct to the capital, Port Louis. It is only a short journey of about 30 miles and shouldn't take much more than an hour. From Port Louis you can drive your car rental easily to most parts of the island, including the tourist area of Grand Baie on the northern coast, and the Black River Gorges National Park in the south.
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Good to know when renting in Mauritius
You need to be at least 21 years old to rent with SIXT in Mauritius. A young driver surcharge applies to those under 25.
One-way rentals are by request only in Mauritius. Contact the rental station if you want to rent at one station and return at another.
All drivers will need a valid driver’s license held for 2 years or more, and an ID or passport. Those with a license using a non-Roman alphabet will need either an international driving permit or a certified translation into English.
You will drive on the left-hand side of the road in Mauritius. Driving rules are relaxed, and many local drivers use a series of hand gestures and honks to communicate. Speed limits vary between 40 km/h and 110 km/h (25 mph to 68 mph), and be aware there are several roundabouts throughout the island.
Choose the Pay on Arrival option when booking and cancel your reservation free of charge if your plans change.
We accept all major credit cards at our Mauritius locations. Debit and prepaid cards are not accepted.
