Mauritius in August
Ahh, August... the big holiday, the summer break we've been waiting for all year.
What if this year you went to Mauritius? On the agenda: sunbathing, hiking, cocktails, barbecues and a digital detox. All while avoiding the European heat. It's the stuff of dreams! Mauritius is the ideal destination for recharging your batteries and having fun on your own, with your family, as a couple or with friends.
On the spot
In August, Catholics around the world celebrate the Assumption, a Christian festival in honour of the Virgin Mary. And it's celebrated in Mauritius, too! In fact, 15 August is even a public holiday here. Masses and processions are held all over the island.
The most important ceremony is that of Marie-Reine-de-la-Paix, a shrine dedicated to the Blessed Virgin. Here, a majestic statue of the Virgin Mary keeps watch over Port Louis. This monument has already welcomed two pontiffs, Pope John Paul II and Pope Francis. A place steeped in history and rich in gatherings!
Fun fact: on 15 August, Catholic families enjoy blue and white ‘Mary cakes’.
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Travelling to Mauritius in August means:
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Enjoying the mild, sunny winter season
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An air temperature close to 22°C, more pleasant than in midsummer
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Water temperatures of around 24°C
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12 days of rain on average
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Rather cool evenings (18 to 20°C on the coast and 15 to 16°C in the centre of the island).
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Rather cool evenings (18 to 20°C on the coast and 15 to 16°C in the centre of the island).
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Tourism in Mauritius in August
If you're planning a trip to Mauritius in August, you should be aware that this is a very busy time for tourists. During August 2023, Mauritius welcomed 98,990 tourists, no less!
It just goes to show how attractive Mauritius is. With its azure lagoons and the joie de vivre of its inhabitants, it's easy to see why. Rest assured that this will be nothing like the influx of tourists on the Côte d'Azur at the height of summer...
In terms of budget, expect to pay between €1000 and €1500 per person for a return ticket (departing from Paris, Brussels or Geneva). Of course, flight prices vary according to the day of the week, the airline and the number of stopovers. You can find good deals by using online price comparison services.
In August, as throughout the year, Mauritius offers a wide range of seasonal fruit and vegetables:
Cabbage
Pâtisson (a small squash that can be eaten cooked, au gratin, sautéed or in a vegetable ratatouille)
Broccoli
Butternut
Garlic
Guavas
Jamblons (small red fruits resembling cherries, slightly acidic and astringent)
Coconut, banana, papaya and Victoria pineapple (available all year round)
Make the most of your trip to Mauritius by sampling local fruit and vegetables that you don't have at home. Go to restaurants, hotels or markets!
Things to do
In Mauritius, August is synonymous with excursions in the great outdoors. The sunny weather, not too hot and not too cool, means you can enjoy a whole host of outdoor activities: hiking, cycling, trail running, paddling, kayaking, quad biking and canyoning.
If you're into optical illusions, you're in for a treat at Chamarel's Curious Corner. It's a house of illusions for the young and old alike. You'll even find yourself on the ceiling of a home! You're guaranteed to have a great time.
