Mauritius in September

Climate

September has the lowest rainfall of any month in Mauritius which means plenty of sunshine for long beach days. Day time temperatures are in the low 20s and night time temperatures drop to about 18C – bring along a sweater or jacket for nights.

Highlights of the month/disadvantage + advantages

September is still low season in Mauritius, so it’s a great time to travel for quiet beaches, good prices on flights and discounts on hotels. It’s a good month for kite surfing and surfing.

Père Laval Feast Day is on the 9th of September, a Christian holy day when pilgrims travel to the shrine of Ste-Croix in Port Louis to ask for miracles.

In September or October, the festival Ganesh Chathurti see Mauritian Hindus celebrating the god Ganesh with elaborate feasts.

Popular Mauritius Safaris

These popular itineraries can be customised to match your budget and travel dates

Magical Mauritius and South Africa Honeymoon Safari

Start your trip in South Africa and finish in Mauritius. Experience the stunning beaches and the Big Five in the Phinda Private Game Reserve. ...

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Kruger, Cape Town and Mauritius Bush & Beach Safari (15 days)

Spend your days discovering the fine beaches of Cape Town, enjoying the remarkably untamed wilderness of the Kruger National Park and swimming the pristine beaches of Mauritius....

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South Africa and Mauritius Island Holiday (12 days)

South Africa has so much to offer, from spotting the elusive leopard, to exploring Johannesburg's historical sites. Include the tropical island of Mauritius for an even more unforgettable vacation....

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Mauritius in February

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Wildlife, flora and fauna of Mauritius

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Why go to Mauritius?

Mark Twain once said: “You gather the idea that Mauritius was made first and then heaven was copied after Mauritius.” This paradise on Earth is the kind of tropical island fantasies are made of: powdery icing-sugar white sandy beaches shaded by swaying palm trees, crystal-clear turquoise ocean, year-round sunshine, lush forests and volcanic mountain backdrops – and some of…

Mauritius in March

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Mauritius in September

Climate

Highlights of the month/disadvantage + advantages

Our Recommended Itinerary

Magical Mauritius and South Africa Honeymoon Safari (11 days)

Tuck yourself away from the rest of the world

An unforgettable overnight

Enjoy the tropical paradise

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Popular Mauritius Safaris

Magical Mauritius and South Africa Honeymoon Safari

Kruger, Cape Town and Mauritius Bush & Beach Safari (15 days)

South Africa and Mauritius Island Holiday (12 days)

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