Yacht Charter Mauritius
Ile aux Cerf, Port Louis, Coin de Mire, Cap Malheureux, Riviere Noire

Mauritius is a small island located in the South-West Indian Ocean, (855 kilometres off the east coast of Madagascar) Africa being the nearest continent with Mombasa (Kenya) some 1800 kilometres away.
The Republic of Mauritius comprises of the main island Mauritius, together with Rodrigues, St. Brandon Island, and Agalega Islands as its dependencies. Mauritius is a volcanic island covering an area of 1,865 km2 (720 sq. miles).
The coastline of 330 kilometres is almost entirely surrounded by one of the largest unbroken coral reefs in the world. The Central Plateau reaches 800 m in altitude with the highest peak, Piton de la Riviere Noire hitting 828 m
The capital of Mauritius is Port-Louis and the official language of the country is English though French and Creole are widely spoken.
Mauritius offer all the types of yacht charter such as skippered, crewed yachts, catamaran, sailboat, motoryacht and luxury yachts charter.

Yacht charter navigation zones
Cap Malheureux marina is located in the North of the island, at 4 kms of Grand Baie. Many services on the spot.
Cap Malheureux is yacht charter starting point to Coin de Mire, Ilot Gabriel, Pain de Sucre, Ile Plate, Ile d'Ambre, Pain de Sucre, Ile ronde, Ile aux Serpents, Riviere Noire, Port Louis.

Boat rental Exp. Level
From 1 easy to 5 very experienced: 3/4.
We could provide a skipper service for your first day's sail from our base to familiarise the crew with the boat.

Navigation conditions
Swept by the regular south-east trade-winds and the pleasant climatic conditions that prevails year round makes Mauritius the ideal paradise for sailors.

Airport
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International (MRU) is located in the south-east of the Island, near Mahébourg. A regular bus service operates from the airport every 30 minutes, taking an hour to reach Port Louis. Taxis are available at a fare of Rs 700 and take 45 minutes to reach the capital.
Daily flights from France and several flights per week from Europe.

Language
English. French, Creole.

Currency
Mauritian Rupee (RS) : Approx. 1 € = 29 RS.
The credit cards and the traveller’s check are accepted.

Seasons
The rainy season occurs from January to March - especially on the Central Plateau. Cyclones may occur between November and February.
Sea temperatures are generally pleasant throughout the year ranging from 28°C in summer to 23/24°C in winter. Strong anticyclones in winter may occasionally cause the sea temperature to fall by 2 or 3°C. Winter (May through October): 22/26°C day & 16/20°C night.
Summer (November through April): 27/30°C day & 20/24°C night.

General Information
Time lag : +3h in winter / +2h in summer.
Electricity : 220 V.
Formalities : Valid passport during 6 month after coming back.

Mauritius Crewed Charter Cruises