Flights to Mauritius

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Numerous Air France flights are available to whisk you off to your dream holiday in Mauritius

Fancy some sun, with gorgeous beaches and turquoise seas thrown in for good measure? Air France operates regular flights from Dublin to Mauritius, with a change at Paris. You'll touch down at Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport, 48 km to the southeast of the capital of Mauritius, Port-Louis.

The Republic of Mauritius, lies in the Indian Ocean, to the southeast of Africa and 870 km east of Madagascar. The entire country has a total surface area of just 2,000 km² and comprises the island of Mauritius and several smaller islands, including Rodrigues and the archipelago of Saint Brandon (Cargados Carajos). Independent since 1968, Mauritius was successively colonized by the Dutch, the French and finally the British. As a result, it's a member state of the Commonwealth of Nations. There is no official language, but English is the language of government.

Mauritius is also a very diverse society, with ethnicities and cultures drawn from China, India, Africa and Europe. This makes for a very cosmopolitan mix and restaurants offering cuisine from all over the globe.

Before embarking on your journey, make sure you find out about the relevant entry requirements for Mauritius. Remember that Mauritius is 4 hours ahead of Irish time in winter and 3 hours ahead during the summer. The local currency is the Mauritian rupee: it's best to have up-to-date information on the exchange rate with the euro before you go, to enable you to manage your holiday budget once you arrive. The best times of year to travel to Mauritius are April to June and September to November.

Visit Mauritius and Rodrigues, at the heart of the Mascarene Islands!

Mauritius is a relatively young island, geologically-speaking, of volcanic origin. Together with Rodrigues and the French island of la Réunion, it forms the Mascarenhas Archipelago. Its tropical habitat is home to some of the rarest plants and animals in the world. Two of the island's most iconic trees are the Flame tree and the Filao tree. The dodo, a kind of giant flightless pigeon which became extinct over 300 years ago and which was endemic to Mauritius now has pride of place in the national Natural History Museum.

Mauritius is famous for its stunning landscapes. In the northwest of the island, you can relax on beautiful beaches such as the breathtaking Trou aux Biches. On the island's western coast, see the amazing Seven Coloured Earths geological formation at Chamarel and the Black River Gorges National Park, a haven for wildlife. Equally unmissable is the peninsula of Morne Brabant in the southwest of the island, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site: topped by a basalt summit, this area was a hotbed of local resistance to slavery. In the east you'll find quaint villages like Petite Julie, whilst in the centre of the island, you can get a taste of a real Mauritian tradition by taking the Tea Route.

Beaches, thalassotherapy, sailing and boat trips, water sports, eco-tourism: Mauritius is full of things to do for all the family. Watch giant tortoises and crocodiles at the Vanille Réserve des Mascareignes nature park, see the giant water lilies at the Pamplemousses Botanical Gardens or why not set up a date with dolphins with a catamaran cruise in Tamarin Bay?

If you'd like to see the main sights in the space of a few days, the best way of doing so is to hire a car in Mauritius. You don't need an international driving permit if your stay is for less than four weeks.

If you've enough time, stop off in Rodrigues Island, a little paradise right in the middle of the Indian Ocean, just a 90 minute flight from Mauritius. The most commonly-spoken language is Rodriguan Creole. French is more widely-understood than English. Rodrigues is surrounded by the crystal-clear waters of a lagoon, which is twice as large as the island itself and a habitat that's teeming with life. The lagoon is the perfect spot for diving and getting more closely acquainted with corals and fish of every shade under the sun. There are many other leisure activities on offer, including wind-surfing, kite-surfing and fishing…

You can start getting ready for your journey right now by checking out the times of flights and buying your airplane ticket to Mauritius online.