What is the best currency to take to Mauritius?

The monetary unit is the Mauritian Rupee (Rs.) which is divided into 100 cents (cs). It is advisable to travel with Mauritian Rupee, Euros or US Dollars. ZAR can be exchanged at Mauritius Airport where one will receive a more favourable rate of exchange than at the hotels.



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The official currency is the Mauritian Rupee - not the dollar and not the Euro. Some people have tipped in dollars or euros - much to the consternation of the recipients in Mauritius as these currencies are totally useless to the average Mauritian worker and they have to ask tourists to change these dollars into MUR.

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It is cheaper to exchange money at the bank (or by using an ATM) than the airport. That's because currency exchange stores and kiosks at the airports mark up the exchange rate to make a profit. They know that travelers who just got off a plane probably need money right away.

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Essential Mauritius travel information Currency - The currency in Mauritius is the Mauritian rupee (MUR). 1 USD is equivalent to approximately 40 MUR. Daily budget for one person - A daily budget of around USD 50-100 USD per person is reasonable for mid-range travel in Mauritius.

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There is no limit to the amount of physical currency/Bearer Negotiable Instruments/ precious stones and metals including gold, diamond and jewellery or any goods of high value including work of arts exceeding Rs 500,000 in value that may be brought into or taken out of Mauritius.

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Currency exchange shops and kiosks in airports are not the best places to exchange money. For the best rates, try a local bank or a bank ATM to make your currency exchanges. Check to see if your U.S. bank offers foreign ATM fee refunds for using a foreign ATM. Not all currency exchanges charge the same rate.

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When you are traveling to another country, you can exchange some of your money before you leave home. Doing so gives you time to shop around for the best rate.

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But if you pay in euros, you'll get a rotten exchange rate. Ideally, if you're in a non-euro country for more than a few hours, head to the ATM and use local currency instead. Use your credit card to get cash only in emergencies.

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Your bank or credit union, not an airport kiosk, is likely the best place to exchange currency.

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The cost of food in Mauritius will depend on the interests and budget of the vacationer. Street food costs an average of $10, while a sit-down meal is $26. A lunch may cost about $15. A bottle of drinking water and a soft drink each costs $0.90.

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When is the cheapest time to fly to Mauritius? The cheapest month to fly to Mauritius is usually October.

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The island is relatively less expensive than the Maldives and offers a wide range of accommodation options, from budget-friendly guest houses to luxury resorts.

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