Major city · Mauritius
Blue Bay
Spend 1–2 days in Blue Bay for marine park snorkeling and beach relaxation; longer only if staying at a resort.
Blue Bay is a small coastal town on Mauritius' southeast with a protected marine park, a few boutique hotels and easy beach access. One full day covers the marine park and nearby islet; a second day adds relaxed beach time or a resort stay.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- MUR
- Best months
- Oct–Apr
- avoid Jun–Sep (higher rain risk, check)
- Airport
- MRU
- Nights
- 1
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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
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Blue Bay999 ▾
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 Blue Bay, 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
- SafetyBlue Bay is generally safe for tourists; stay aware of strong currents when swimming and keep valuables secured on the beach.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets everywhere; public beach toilets are basic.Mauritius-wide
- Emergency numbers999 police · 114 ambulance · 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 10 km (6.2 mi) north, taxi ~15 min).MRU Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (About 6.2 mi (10 km) north, taxi ~15 min).
- Getting aroundThe town is walkable; taxis or rental scooters cover the short distance to the marine park and nearby islets.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at a caféMUR 80–120
- Street or quick mealSnack (samosa, banana fritters)MUR 50–100
- 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 300–400
- Museum or sight ticketMarine park entryMUR 300–500
- Budget bedGuesthouse room, a night, per personMUR 1,200
- Mid-range bedServiced apartment, a night, per personMUR 2,200
- High-end bedServiced apartment, a night, per personMUR 3,000
A day, not counting the bed: Budget MUR 900 · 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 10 km (6.2 mi) north, taxi ~15 min)MRU Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (About 6.2 mi (10 km) north, taxi ~15 min)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Feb
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Mar
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Apr
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
May
not flagged
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jun
Avoid
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Jul
Avoid
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Aug
Avoid
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Sep
Avoid
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Oct
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Nov
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Dec
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Best: Oct–Apr. Avoid: Jun–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest Jan (30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)), coolest Jun (18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C) low), wettest Jan (12 rain days), driest Jun (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Blue Bay: 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
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
12 rd
Feb
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
11 rd
Mar
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
9 rd
Apr
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
7 rd
May
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
6 rd
Jun
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
5 rd
Jul
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
5 rd
Aug
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
5 rd
Sep
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
6 rd
Oct
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
7 rd
Nov
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
9 rd
Dec
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
11 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
The town is walkable; taxis or rental scooters cover the short distance to the marine park and nearby islets.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Ile des Deux Cocos
goDoor to door: ≈30 min total
Boat from Blue Bay jetty, about 10 min
Small islet with coral reefs, good for short snorkel.
Mahébourg
goDoor to door: ≈30 min total
Taxi or bus, ~15 min north
Historic town, market and additional restaurants.
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.
Chantauvent Guesthouse
Beach‑front thatched rooms, 15 units, basic amenities
Pingouinvillas
Serviced apartments, garden setting, €200‑400 per week
Shandrani Resort & Spa
All‑inclusive resort, larger facilities
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 900–1,200 excl. bed
- Mid
- MUR 1,500–2,200 excl. bed
- High
- MUR 2,500+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Guesthouse room2 × 1 night × MUR 1,800 | MUR 3,600 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × MUR 1,500 | MUR 3,000 |
| Taxi from MRU airport to Blue Bay (one way)2 × MUR 1,200 · check | MUR 2,400 |
| Marine park entry fee2 × MUR 300 · check | MUR 600 |
| eSIM data (1 week)2 × MUR 800 · check | MUR 1,600 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | MUR 1,120 |
| Trip total≈ MUR 6,160 per person per day, bed included | MUR 12,320 |
2026 estimate in MUR; flights and international transfers excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at a café | MUR 80–120 |
| Snack (samosa, banana fritters) | MUR 50–100 |
| Taxi 5 km | MUR 300–400 |
| Marine park entry | MUR 300–500 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Marine park entry fee and opening hours may change; check official site.
- Limited dining options in the immediate area; plan meals ahead.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 999
- Ambulance
- 114
- Fire
- 115
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- Ambulance114
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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 Blue Bay. 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: Oct–Apr · avoid Jun–Sep (higher rain risk, check) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a day for a full‑day resort stay at Shandrani.
- Combine with a visit to the nearby nature reserve Île aux Aigrettes.
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