Mauritius Airport (MRU) → Belle Mare transfer
Belle Mare is 49 km from Mauritius Airport, usually a 59–74 minute drive, and a private transfer typically costs around €45–60 in a standard car or €65–85 in a minivan. The exact price is shown before booking.
- From
- Mauritius Airport (MRU)
- To
- Belle Mare
- Distance
- 49 km
- Typical drive
- 59–74 min
On the east coast, Belle Mare is known for one of the longest white-sand beaches on the island and a string of large resorts set along a calm lagoon. Many hotels here are spread out, each with its own entrance off the coast road.
The drive up the east side of the island
There is no motorway on this side of Mauritius. From the airport, the route heads north through the east of the island on main roads, passing villages and sugar cane fields in the Flacq district before reaching the coast at Belle Mare and Quatre Cocos.
The drive avoids Port Louis entirely, so it is less affected by the capital’s rush hour than transfers to the north. Delays usually come from slow traffic through villages and small towns on the way.
Where the Belle Mare hotels are
- Belle Mare beach
- Large resorts line the long beach, many with gardens and private access to the sand. Most are self-contained, with restaurants and spa on site.
- Towards Palmar and Poste de Flacq
- The coast continues north and south of Belle Mare with more hotels and villas. Give the full property name, as the area stretches several kilometres.
- Golf resorts
- Several golf courses are on or near this coast. Golf bags must be declared when booking so the right vehicle is sent.
Who stays in Belle Mare
The east coast is a classic choice for honeymooners and families who plan to spend most of their time at the resort. The lagoon is generally calm and good for swimming. Boat trips to Île aux Cerfs, a popular island with beaches and a golf course, leave from nearby Trou d’Eau Douce.
In the southern-hemisphere winter the trade winds blow onshore here, making the east coast breezier and fresher than the west. In the hot summer months that breeze is welcome.
Going back to MRU from Belle Mare
A good rule is to leave your hotel about 4 hours 15 minutes before an international departure. That allows up to 74 minutes of driving, a margin for village traffic and around three hours at the airport.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the transfer from Mauritius Airport to Belle Mare?
The 49 km drive usually takes 59–74 minutes. It runs on main roads through the east of the island rather than on a motorway.
What is the typical price to Belle Mare?
Around €45–60 in a standard car and €65–85 in a minivan for up to about seven passengers. The exact amount is shown before you book.
Does the transfer pass through Port Louis?
No. Belle Mare is reached through the east of the island, so the capital’s rush-hour traffic does not affect this route.
Can we bring golf bags to Belle Mare?
Yes. Declare the number of golf bags when booking so the provider sends a vehicle with enough space.
Is Belle Mare windy?
It can be breezy, especially in the southern-hemisphere winter when the trade winds blow onto the east coast. The lagoon usually remains sheltered by the reef.
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