Major city · Mauritius
Flic en Flac
Spend 2–3 days for beach, diving and nearby attractions; longer stays can be merged with a west‑coast base.
Flic en Flac is a west‑coast beach town with a long white sand stretch, easy bus links to Port Louis and Quatre Bornes, and nearby dive sites and Casela park, making it suitable for a short beach‑focused stay.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- MUR
- Best months
- May–Dec
- avoid check
- Airport
- MRU
- Nights
- 2–3
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Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Flic en Flac999 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Flic en Flac, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Mauritian rupee (MUR).Mauritius-wide
- SIM or eSIMmy.t (Mauritius Telecom), Emtel and CHILI sell tourist SIMs at the airport with passport registration.Mauritius-wide
- Tap waterTreated tap water; most visitors drink bottled or filtered.Mauritius-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 5–10% if no service charge.Mauritius-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/G. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): fits · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Mauritius-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe; watch personal belongings on the beach and use reputable transport operators.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets everywhere; public beach toilets are basic.Mauritius-wide
- Emergency numbers999 police · 114 ambulance (samu) · 115 fire
- Sundays & holidaysShops close early on Sundays; Port Louis is quiet after dark.Mauritius-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportMRU Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (about 45 km (28 mi) north, taxi or bus transfer).MRU Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (about 28 mi (45 km) north, taxi or bus transfer).
- Getting aroundRegular public buses connect to Port Louis (north) and Quatre Bornes (east); taxis are available but pricier.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeMUR 30–50
- Street or quick mealSnack (Dahl Puri)MUR 40–70
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi (5 km (3.1 mi))Taxi (3.1 mi (5 km))MUR 200–300
- Metro or bus rideBus ridecheckMUR 20–30
- Budget bedBudget hotel or guesthouse, a night, per personMUR 1,200
- Mid-range bedMid‑range hotel double room, a night, per roomMUR 3,500
- High-end bedMid‑range hotel double room, a night, per roomMUR 5,000
A day, not counting the bed: Budget MUR 800 · Mid MUR 1,500 · High MUR 2,500
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- MRU Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (about 45 km (28 mi) north, taxi or bus transfer)MRU Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (about 28 mi (45 km) north, taxi or bus transfer)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
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28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Feb
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28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Mar
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28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Apr
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28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
May
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jun
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Jul
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Aug
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Sep
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Oct
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Nov
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Dec
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Best: May–Dec. Month by month →
Warmest Jan (28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)), coolest Jun (20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C) low), wettest Jan (6 rain days), driest Jun (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Flic en Flac: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
6 rd
Feb
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
6 rd
Mar
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
5 rd
Apr
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
4 rd
May
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
3 rd
Jun
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
2 rd
Jul
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
2 rd
Aug
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
2 rd
Sep
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
3 rd
Oct
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
5 rd
Nov
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
6 rd
Dec
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
6 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Regular public buses connect to Port Louis (north) and Quatre Bornes (east); taxis are available but pricier.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Casela World of Adventures
goDoor to door: ≈30 min total
Taxi or bus from town centre, about 10 min
Amusement park and zoo, good for families.
Cascavelle Shopping Mall
goDoor to door: ≈15 min total
Walk or short taxi, 5 min
Shopping, food court and water park.
Tamarin Beach
goDoor to door: ≈30 min total
Bus or taxi south, 15 min
Surf spot and quieter beach.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Villa Osumare
Beach‑side villas, good for couples
Residence Padma
Apartment style, near shops
West Coast View Hôtel
Budget hotel, central location
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- MUR 800–1,200 excl. bed
- Mid
- MUR 1,200–2,000 excl. bed
Trip budget
| Mid‑range hotel double room1 × 2 nights × MUR 3,500 | MUR 7,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 2 days × MUR 1,500 | MUR 6,000 |
| Bus day pass (Port Louis‑Flic en Flac round‑trip)2 × MUR 150 · check | MUR 300 |
| eSIM data (1 week)2 × MUR 500 · check | MUR 1,000 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | MUR 1,430 |
| Trip total≈ MUR 3,933 per person per day, bed included | MUR 15,730 |
2026 estimate in MUR; flights and long‑distance transfers excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | MUR 30–50 |
| Snack (Dahl Puri) | MUR 40–70 |
| Taxi (5 km) | MUR 200–300 |
| Bus ridecheck | MUR 20–30 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Bus schedules may be limited on weekends – check local timetables.
- Sun exposure can be strong; use sunscreen and hydrate.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 999
- Ambulance (SAMU)
- 114
- Fire
- 115
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My bed tonight
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À cette adresse, s'il vous plaîtTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police999
- Ambulance (SAMU)114
- Fire115
Embassy
US consulate in Port Louis; other embassies in the capital.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Bus Port Louis ↔ Flic en Flac: about MUR 150 each way (check schedule)
- Taxi town centre ↔ beach: about MUR 200–300
Say or show
- Combien ça coûte ? — How much does it cost? (kombjen sa kut)
- Où est la plage ? — Where is the beach? (u ɛ la plaʒ)
- L'addition, s'il vous plaît — Can I have the bill, please? (ladisjɔ̃ sil vu plɛ)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Flic en Flac. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–Dec · avoid check · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a night in nearby Le Morne for mountain and lagoon.
- Combine with a north‑coast base (Grand Baie) for varied activities.
Sources
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