Backpacking or travelling in Mauritius?

• Mauritius is a paradise for travellers who love beaches, green mountains and a mix of cultures. From relaxing on white sandy beaches to snorkelling at colourful coral reefs, the island offers tropical charm and a rich history.
• Activities to spot: snorkel and dive at Blue Bay Marine Park; hike in the Black River Gorges National Park; admire the colourful Chamarel sand dunes; explore the markets of Port Louis; spot dolphins at Tamarin Bay; visit the Pamplemousses Botanical Gardens; climb rocks at Pieter Both and go for a walk on one of the beautiful rum estates.
• Animals to spot: fruit bats, geckos, dolphins, lionfish, sea turtles, chameleons, octopuses and the rare Mauritius kestrel.
• Food to spot: dholl puri, vindaye, roti, gateaux piment, mine frites, rougaille, alouda, biryani, samosas.

Studying in Mauritius?

• There are quite a few reasonably good higher education institutions and study programmes to choose from, so if you want to enjoy tropical island life and also study a fun course, Mauritius is the place to be! Some popular study programmes include medicine, business, engineering and computer science, but you can also learn about local marine biology, for example.
• Study cities: Port Louis, Moka, Vacoas, among others.
• Language: English.

Internships in Mauritius?

• Think about internships in tourism, sustainability or marine and maritime studies.
• Competencies: expect plenty of opportunities for experience in intercultural communication, hospitality and island life.

Volunteering in Mauritius?

• There are many volunteer projects to be found in Mauritius. Think about projects in the field of coral reef protection, nature conservation, sustainable agriculture, stray animal shelters and social development.

Working in Mauritius?

• Popular sectors include tourism, IT and fintech, education (particularly English and French) and nature conservation and sustainability.

Working as a digital nomad in Mauritius?

• Well, you have certainly found a popular destination here and for good reason. Mauritius offers excellent internet, beaches as work locations and multiple co-working spaces. Perfect for digital nomads who want to relax during the working day.

Living in Mauritius?

• Life in Mauritius is relaxed, with lots of nature and an open, multicultural society. Expats often live in cities like Grand Baie and Moka because of the amenities.
• Why yes, why not? It is living in a tropical paradise with a high quality of life and easy access to nature, but you live far from the rest of the world, career opportunities are limited and the island can feel small after a while.
• Climate: the island has a tropical climate with a dry, warm winter (May-October) and a wet, warm summer (November-April), with a chance of cyclones.
• Mauritius is safe, and the healthcare is good with modern facilities, especially in the private circuit.
• Health insurance: costs can add up, so make sure you have good health insurance.

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