Best Time to Visit Mauritius
Month-by-month guide for Mauritius, Mauritius — when to go for best weather, when to save money, and which months to skip. Updated 2026.
Mauritius by month
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Which season should you pick?
Equatorial year-round warmth (26–32°C). No true dry/wet season; travel any month. Peak tourist arrivals Nov–Feb align with Northern Hemisphere winter escapes.
Peak season
Nov–Feb
Best weather. Highest prices — book flights + hotels 3+ months out.
Shoulder — best value
Mar–May, Sep–Oct
Weather still good, prices drop 20–40%. Sweet spot for budget travellers.
Avoid
None — check individual event calendars
Only worth it if you have specific reason — deep discounts, but weather works against you.
Search flights for your dates
Once you've picked a month, compare flight prices across airlines. Prices for Mauritius (MRU) shift 20–40% between peak and shoulder months.
Book a hotel in Mauritius
Nov–Feb rooms sell out first at the best hotels. If you're travelling peak, book 60+ days out. Shoulder-season rooms rarely need more than 30 days lead.
Local tip
MRU is 48km from Port Louis but only 10-15 min from Mahebourg + Blue Bay. For 4-hour layovers: head to Blue Bay snorkel (close + spectacular). For 8+ hours: rent a car at airport (MUR 1,500/day) — Mauritius is 65km long, easy to circle.