Travel Preparation Guide · Connectivity
Power & Connectivity (SIM)
Connectivity may vary by region and season.
Voltage & Plug Types
Electrical standards and outlet shapes
⚡230V / 50Hz
🔌Type C / G(UK 3-pin & round 2-pin mixed)
🔄Universal adapter recommended
💡Most hotels provide both outlet types.
Buying a SIM Card
Where to buy, costs, and activation process
📱my.t (Mauritius Telecom), MTML, Chili
🏪Airport arrivals, carrier shops, hotels
📋Passport required
💰Tourist SIM from $10-20 for 7-14 days
💡my.t offers the widest coverage across the island.
eSIM & Mobile Wi-Fi
eSIM availability and portable Wi-Fi rental
📶Available
🏢Airalo, Holafly, Ubigi, my.t eSIM
💰$6-20 for 1-10GB / 7-30 days
💡my.t (Mauritius Telecom) offers eSIM for visitors; good island coverage.
Wi-Fi Availability
Public Wi-Fi coverage and security
📡Good — well-connected tourist destination
🏨Fast and free in most resorts and hotels
☕Available in malls, cafes, and some beaches
💡Resort WiFi is generally excellent; speeds drop in rural areas.
Internet Restrictions & VPN
Blocked services and VPN recommendations
🔒None — unrestricted internet
🚫None — all services freely accessible
🛡️Not needed
💡Fast and reliable internet with no restrictions at resorts and cities.
Useful Local Apps
Must-have apps for transport, translation, and maps
🚗Uber (limited), local taxis, bus apps
🗺️Google Maps, Waze
💬WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger
💡Google Maps works well island-wide for driving and bus routes.
International Calls
How to make international calls and alternatives
📞+230 (Mauritius)
🆘112 (Police), 114 (Ambulance), 115 (Fire)
📲Dial 020 + country code + number for international calls
💡No area codes needed for local calls; the island has full 4G coverage.