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Mauritius in April
The rains taper, the sea is still warm, and prices soften. A good value month, especially late in the month.
The straight answer
April is a quiet, good-value month to visit Mauritius. The rains taper, the sea is still warm, and prices soften. A good value month, especially late in the month.
- Weather
- Warm, highs near 84F (29C), rains easing
- Crowds
- 2 of 5
- Prices
- 3 of 5
What April is like in Mauritius
April is a turning point. The rains taper off, highs sit near 84F (29C), and the sea is still warm from summer. Humidity starts to drop, the island is green, and prices soften after the high season. Cyclone risk is lower than earlier in the year, though not gone. Crowds are light, especially outside school holidays.
April suits couples and families looking for warm water and good value. Late April is the safer half of the month for weather. It is a strong shoulder choice if you cannot wait for May. If you want the driest, most reliable conditions of the year, plan for September to November.
Make the most of April
What is especially good about Mauritius this month.
Warm sea, softer prices
The water is still summer-warm, but rates drop as the peak season ends.
Blue Bay Marine Park snorkeling
The southeast coral gardens are still calm before winter winds pick up.
Green interior
After the rains, Black River Gorges and the tea estates are lush and quiet.
What to pack for April
- A light rain jacket for the last showers
- Reef-safe sunscreen
- Snorkel mask for the lagoons
- Light, breathable clothing
Our timing tip
Book the second half of April for the best mix of easing rains and shoulder-season prices.
Book Mauritius for April.
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- Hotels for April
Hotels. Expedia
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- Rentals on Vrbo
Vacation rentals. Vrbo
Vacation rentals in MauritiusWhole homes, condos and villas. Usually the better deal for families and groups, with a kitchen and room to spread out.
- Tours and tickets
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Tours and tickets in MauritiusTimed-entry tickets, day trips and guided tours in Mauritius for April. Popular slots sell out in the best months.
Things to do in Mauritius
Le Morne Brabant
A dramatic basalt mountain and UNESCO site on the southwest tip, with a guided hike to a viewpoint over the lagoon. Start early to beat the heat.
Black River Gorges National Park
The island's largest protected area, with trails through native forest and views over waterfalls and gorges. Drier winter months are best for hiking.
Chamarel
The Seven Coloured Earths, a patch of multicolored sand dunes, and the Chamarel waterfall, in the island's southwest highlands.
Aapravasi Ghat, Port Louis
The UNESCO-listed immigration depot where hundreds of thousands of indentured laborers arrived in the 19th century. Combine with the capital's central market.
Ile aux Cerfs
A popular island off the east coast with white sand beaches and lagoon activities. Go early on weekdays to avoid the day-boat rush.
Blue Bay Marine Park
Protected coral gardens in the southeast, good for snorkeling and glass-bottom boat trips. Calmest in the summer months.
Beat the crowds
- Aim for May or September through November, which combine good weather with fewer visitors than the Christmas and European summer peaks.
- Pick your coast by season: west and north in the windy winter months, east in the calm summer months. The right coast matters more than the right resort.
- Visit Ile aux Cerfs, Chamarel, and Le Morne early in the day, and avoid weekends when many locals head to the same beaches.
- Book the Christmas and New Year weeks far ahead or skip them; they are the most expensive dates of the year.
Know before you go
- During a cyclone warning, the authorities can close beaches, suspend boat trips, and, at the highest warning levels, order people to stay indoors. Resorts are built for this, but plans can be lost for days.
- Public holidays for religious festivals, such as Maha Shivaratri, Thaipoosam Cavadee, Diwali, and Eid, can close government offices and some shops and bring heavy traffic.
- Lagoon conditions vary by coast and season: the east and south can be windy and choppy from roughly June to September, while the west and north stay calmer.
- Hiking in the interior is best in the drier months; trails in Black River Gorges can be slippery and cloud-covered in the rainy season.
Mauritius in April, quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Mauritius?
April is a quiet, good-value month to visit Mauritius. The rains taper, the sea is still warm, and prices soften. A good value month, especially late in the month.
What is the weather like in Mauritius in April?
Warm, highs near 84F (29C), rains easing.
Is Mauritius crowded in April?
April is one of the quieter months in Mauritius; most sights can be done without long waits.
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