When is the cruising season in Mauritius?

October through April. The western lagoons are sheltered through the window; cyclone season runs January through March and tightens routing.

Where do charters depart from?

Grand Baie and Port Louis. Most charter activity is shorter-duration around the western coast and the lagoon.

How long is a typical charter from Mauritius?

Seven to ten nights around the Mauritius coast and the surrounding islets, with longer charters extending to Rodrigues or Madagascar on owner-direction.

Can charters extend to Réunion or Madagascar?

Réunion is within day-cruise reach for a stop; Madagascar is a longer crossing and requires advance customs documentation. The brokerage handles cross-border arrangements.

Indian Ocean · yacht charter

Mauritius.

Cruising the lagoons of the western Indian Ocean from Grand Baie and Port Louis.

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Overview

What to expect.

Mauritius operates as a short-cruise Indian Ocean destination: the western lagoons offer protected anchorages, Grand Baie and Port Louis serve as the principal harbours. Cruising is shorter-range; longer Indian Ocean passages are arranged on owner request.

Fleet

Yachts currently open in Mauritius.

Available on request

The current selection for Mauritius is shared privately on request. Speak to a yacht advisor for a curated shortlist.

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Season

When to cruise.

Best months: October to April
Prevailing winds: Monsoon-driven
Typical base ports: Malé · Victoria

The Maldives operates November through April; the Seychelles April through October. The two windows interlock cleanly.

Ports

Marinas and anchorages.

Grand Baie
The northern bay. The principal short-cruise embarkation.
Port Louis
The capital harbour. International arrivals and customs clearance.

Frequently asked

Practical questions.

When is the cruising season in Mauritius?: October through April. The western lagoons are sheltered through the window; cyclone season runs January through March and tightens routing.
Where do charters depart from?: Grand Baie and Port Louis. Most charter activity is shorter-duration around the western coast and the lagoon.
How long is a typical charter from Mauritius?: Seven to ten nights around the Mauritius coast and the surrounding islets, with longer charters extending to Rodrigues or Madagascar on owner-direction.
Can charters extend to Réunion or Madagascar?: Réunion is within day-cruise reach for a stop; Madagascar is a longer crossing and requires advance customs documentation. The brokerage handles cross-border arrangements.

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