Can I drive in Mauritius with UK license?
Can I drive in Mauritius with UK license? You can drive using your UK driving licence, but you must have it with you at all times. The standard of driving varies and there are frequent accidents. Be particularly careful when driving after dark as pedestrians and unlit motorcyclists are serious hazards.
Is it safe to self drive in Mauritius?
Currently self driving and no problems - except the buses are a pain and slow you down. But overall no problems and you can really suit yourself. We have toured the north, south and west as well as the internal National park area - just the east left to do!
Is Mauritius cheap or expensive?
Mauritius can be very expensive if you stick to the hotels, especially 4 star upwards. Supermarket prices are the same as here, and rising with oil prices, so even basics are not as cheap as they were. A lot of people on the forum complain about the rip off prices in euros that hotels charge, and they are right.
Can I drive in Mauritius with EU license?
It doesn't matter if you're from France, Germany, South-Africa, England etc., you will be able to drive throughout Mauritius during your holiday by using your own driving licence.
How much does it cost to hire a driver for the day in Mauritius?
To hire a taxi driver for the day. I would estimate between 2500-3000 Mauritian rupees. If you can haggle the price under 2500 then you have done well. As for taxi prices, as cabs do not use the meters you are on the mercy of the taxi drivers.
Can you hire a driver in Mauritius?
Enjoy your own personal ride for 8 consecutive hours a day in a car (for up to 4 person) With a personal driver on-hire to take you around, you also have the opportunity to get to know a local – and learn more about the people of Mauritius, too!
What is the disadvantage of renting a car?
- There is no hired driver. One of the most significant disadvantages of renting a car is it doesn't come with a driver. ...
- High prices. ...
- Strict terms and conditions. ...
- Unfamiliarity with the vehicle. ...
- Responsibility for any mishaps. ...
- Less time to relax and enjoy.