Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
weaving pedestrians. If you sense that you've hit something while driving at night, pro-
ceed to the nearest police station. Motorcyclists should also be prepared for the elements,
as sudden rain showers can come out of clear skies.
Car Hire
Generally, drivers must be more than 23 years of age (some companies only require a
minimum age of 21) and have held a driving licence for at least one year, and payment
must usually be made in advance. You can pay by credit card (Visa and MasterCard are
the most widely accepted), though small companies might add a 3% 'processing fee' for
this service. All foreigners are technically required to have an International Driving Li-
cence. Few rental agencies enforce this, but it's safest to carry one as the police can de-
mand to see it.
Rates for the smallest hatchback start at around Rs 1000 a day (including insurance and
unlimited mileage) with one of the local operators. Expect rates to start at Rs 1200 when
using an international chain, although daily prices can even start as high as Rs 1600. On
top of that you will be required to pay a refundable deposit, usually Rs 15,000; most com-
panies will take an imprint of your credit card to cover this. Policies usually specify that
drivers are liable for the first Rs 15,000 of damage in the event of an accident.
Although there are dozens of operators on the island, it is best to book ahead during the
high-season months (the European winter holidays). The following car-hire companies
have airport desks or can deliver to the airport.
ABC
(
216 8889;
www.abc-carrental.com
; 3B, Sir Seewosagur Ramgoolan International Airport)
Avis
(
405 5200;
www.avismauritius.com
;
4B, Sir Seewosagur Ramgoolan International Airport)
Budget
(
467 9700;
www.budget.com.mu
;
1A, Sir Seewosagur Ramgoolan International Airport)
Claire & Sailesh Ltd
(
754 6451, 798 5913;
www.clairesaileshltd.com
)
Europcar
(
637 3240;
www.europcar.com
;
3A, Sir Seewosagur Ramgoolan International Airport)
Hertz
(
670 4301, 604 3021;
www.hertz.com
; 17A, Sir Seewosagur Ramgoolan International Airport)
Kevtrav Ltd
(
465 4458;
www.kevtrav.com
; St Jean Rd, Quatre Bornes)
Ropsen
(
451 5763;
www.ropsen.net
; Royal Rd, La Gaulette)
Sixt
(
427 1111;
www.sixt.com
; 7B, Sir Seewosagur Ramgoolan International Airport)
Motorcycle Hire
