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Garuda Car Rental at Mauritius Airport
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Driving in Port Louis: What to expect on the road
Documents you'll need You’ll need your driving licence, passport and a credit card to rent a car in Port Louis. Mauritius accepts many licence types. You may need an International Driving Permit (IDP) if your licence isn’t in English. Rental companies also require matching ID and a credit card for the deposit. |
Navigating city driving Roads in Port Louis are busy, especially near the waterfront. Driving can feel crowded at peak times, with narrow lanes in older neighbourhoods. Navigation apps help you avoid slow traffic and guide you onto highways linking the capital to beaches and resorts. |
Tolls, emissions zones and charges There are no toll roads or emissions zones in Port Louis. All main routes are free to use. Private car parks near the waterfront and markets may charge hourly fees. Outside the centre, driving is straightforward for visitors. |
Parking your car in Port Louis Parking is busiest around the waterfront and central markets. Street spaces fill quickly during the day. Public car parks near Caudan and the bus station are reliable. Check signposts for paid hours, as rules vary between streets. |
Finding fuel or charging points Fuel is easy to find, and EV charging stations in Port Louis are still limited. Petrol stations sit along major routes and near shopping areas. Charging points are fewer across Mauritius, so apps like PlugShare help you find nearby options, especially outside the capital. |
Local driving style and tips Drivers move slowly through central Port Louis. Traffic can feel tight near markets, with buses and taxis stopping often. Lanes narrow in older streets, so keep your speed steady and leave extra room when passing parked vehicles. |
Get the best car hire deal at Mauritius Airport with Garuda Car Rental
Taking a some time to look for the best deal can seem a little daunting. But Skyscanner does the hard work for you. In a matter of seconds, we scan hundreds of trusted travel providers so you can pick the best car hire deal for you. These tips will help you make the most of your booking search:Pick-up options
Collect your rental car at the airport with ease by selecting the right pick-up option for you. You could collect your car at the airport, be met by Garuda Car Rental staff or even get a shuttle bus to the pick-up location. Whatever you'd prefer, Garuda Car Rental could offer you a range of options. Just start your car hire search and filter by 'Pick-up' options.
No waiting around
Beat the queues by booking a car hire deal that lets you pick up your rental car without the hassle. With self-service pick-up there’s no queuing to get keys or hand documents over. Which means more time on the road and less time hanging around rental offices. Simply tick ‘Self-service pick-up’ when you’re searching for a deal.
Try electric or hybrid
Want to travel with less impact on the planet and drive with fewer pit stops? With Garuda Car Rental, you could rent an electric or hybrid car. Just tick ‘electric’ or ‘hybrid’ when you do your search.
Go automatic
If you prefer to drive an automatic car, Garuda Car Rental has got you covered. With automatic car hire options available at Mauritius Airport, you won't have to worry about driving a manual. Tick ‘automatic’ when you start your search, and we’ll do the rest.
Rent a car long term, if you need to
Looking to rent a car with Garuda Car Rental for a little longer than a couple of weeks? No problem. Just enter your preferred dates when you search and we’ll show you what’s available. Keep in mind that renting for a full month could be cheaper than three weeks.
Rent a car when under 25
Looking to rent a car with Garuda Car Rental at Mauritius Airport and are under 25? No stress! You can. Just bear in mind that rental companies may apply extra charges and restrictions. When you start your search, simply un-tick ‘Driver aged between 25 - 75’ and enter how old you are.
Go with the right company
Not set on renting with Garuda Car Rental? It could make sense to consider other companies too. The top car hire companies most people book with at Mauritius Airport are MOVIS, united rent a car and Coastal Cars. The cheapest car hire companies at Mauritius Airport are Coastal Cars, Auto Rent - Rent A Car and United. Take a look today and see if you could get a better car hire deal with another company.
