Mahebourg, Mauritius 🇲🇺
#1685
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Nomad Score:
68%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to global standards, with reasonable prices for daily expenses but slightly higher than mainland Mauritius due to its coastal location.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
63%
Weight: 80
Accommodation is moderately priced; beachfront and tourist areas tend to be more expensive but still affordable compared to major global cities.
🍎 Food & Groceries
78%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at good prices; imported goods are pricier but overall food costs remain reasonable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
75%
Weight: 20
Public transport is cheap but limited; taxis and car rentals are moderately priced.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
69%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable but somewhat limited in variety.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
65%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately priced but fewer specialized fitness centers compared to larger cities.
💱 Currency Stability
80%
Weight: 30
Mauritian Rupee is relatively stable with low inflation rates.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
68%
Weight: 100
Average broadband speeds around 20-30 Mbps; reliable but not high-speed compared to major tech hubs.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
42%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces in Mahebourg; most digital nomads rely on cafes or travel to larger cities like Port Louis.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
60%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
55%
Weight: 30
Few cafes specifically catering to digital nomads; atmosphere is relaxed but not optimized for work.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
38%
Weight: 100
Mahebourg is not a major digital nomad hotspot; more popular among tourists and locals.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
87%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with good balance between work and leisure, aided by natural surroundings.
🌳 Environmental Quality
89%
Weight: 15
Clean coastal environment with good air and water quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
76%
Weight: 10
Generally clean town with regular maintenance, though some areas can be less tidy.
🗨️ Language Barrier
74%
Weight: 30
English and French widely spoken; Creole is common but not a barrier for English speakers.
💨 Air Quality
88%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to coastal location and low industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
70%
Weight: 25
Good for families with outdoor activities and safe environment.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
67%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare facilities available; for specialized care, travel to larger cities or abroad is common.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
79%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are relatively low compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
69%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues; limited advanced medical services locally.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
92%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round and plenty of sunshine; occasional rain mostly in summer months.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of cyclones during the season (Nov-April), but generally safe.
🏞️ Green Spaces
83%
Weight: 10
Good access to parks, beaches, and natural reserves.
❄️ Air Conditioning
70%
Weight: 15
Common in hotels and newer accommodations; less prevalent in older buildings.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
32%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate with wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
75%
Weight: 10
Generally quiet with low noise pollution except during festivals.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
85%
Weight: 20
Rich multicultural heritage blending African, French, Indian, and Chinese influences.
🌃 Nightlife
51%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; more vibrant scenes found in larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
90%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, hiking trails, and marine activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Some opportunities to learn French and Creole; limited formal language schools.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
78%
Weight: 10
Good availability of cultural tours, boat trips, and local markets.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; mostly small cinemas and local events.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
84%
Weight: 25
Diverse and flavorful cuisine with fresh seafood and multicultural influences.
🧠 Yoga Studios
50%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; some wellness centers offer classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
58%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available; limited variety of fitness classes.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
72%
Weight: 15
Good availability of fresh fruits, vegetables, and seafood.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
GMT+4 time zone is convenient for Europe, less so for Americas or East Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
39%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads locally.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Local job market is small; most remote jobs come from international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
43%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
35%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic facilities; not highly developed.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
41%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem mainly centered in Port Louis.
💳 Local Payment Services
67%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments and banking apps are growing but not widespread.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Interest in crypto is growing but adoption remains limited.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
78%
Weight: 30
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport nearby with good international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
55%
Weight: 20
Limited bus services; no metro or train systems.
🚶 Walkability
62%
Weight: 20
Town center is walkable but some areas require transport.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
48%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps are limited; taxis are common.
🚲 Cycling
50%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but infrastructure is limited and roads can be busy.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
65%
Weight: 15
Bus and taxi services connect to other parts of Mauritius; no trains.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
60%
Weight: 10
Scooter and bike rentals available but not widespread.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage throughout the island; 5G limited.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
72%
Weight: 15
Generally stable electricity supply with occasional outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited mostly to cafes and hotels.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
83%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival for many nationalities; straightforward process.
📊 Tax Friendliness
70%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; some incentives for foreign investors.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
85%
Weight: 15
Generally free and open society with respect for speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
87%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with low political risk.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
60%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires paperwork and local address; process can be slow.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
72%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward with government support for startups.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
75%
Weight: 35
Mauritius offers a Premium Visa suitable for digital nomads up to 1 year.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Some infrastructure for nomads but still developing.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
35%
Weight: 25
Few organized events or meetups specifically for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence of digital nomad communities in Mahebourg.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
84%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
78%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming environment for women travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
86%
Weight: 50
Multicultural society with high tolerance and harmony.