Essentials
- City
- Tamarin, Rivière Noire District, Mauritius
- Population
- Approximately 4,500
- Internet Speed
- Fast fiber optic available; average 50-100 Mbps via My.T
- Currency & Banking
- Mauritian Rupee (MUR). 1 USD ≈ 46 MUR, 1 EUR ≈ 50 MUR
- Tap Water
- Generally safe but boiling or filtered water is recommended for sensitive stomachs
- Power
- 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type G (UK style) and Type C (Europlug)
- SIM Card
- my.t (Mauritius Telecom) or Emtel; 100GB data packages approx. 800 MUR ($17)
- Banking for Expats
- MCB (Mauritius Commercial Bank) and Absa are the most common for residents
- Accommodation
- Beachfront villas, modern apartments, and surf lodges; 45,000-80,000 MUR/month
- Cashless Friendly
- Yes, cards widely accepted in supermarkets and malls; cash needed for local markets
- Short Term Rentals
- Airbnb, Booking.com, and local agencies like West Island Residences
- Budget Accommodation
- The Tamarin Surf Camp (approx. 2,000 MUR/night)
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Tamarin Bay for surfing and dolphin watching
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- Black Rock or Carlos neighborhood for modern apartments and proximity to shops
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- The Hive Tamarin (located at Cap Tamarin); daily pass approx. 600 MUR
- Best Cafe for Work
- French View at Cap Tamarin or O’Panier for great Wi-Fi and coffee
- Networking Events
- Weekly meetups organized by 'Mauritius Digital Nomads' Facebook group
- Social Events for Expats
- Thursday night gatherings at Big Willy’s in nearby Rivière Noire
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- Yugo or Mauritius Taxi Service; no Uber/Bolt available
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- S'prit Mauritius (approx. 500-800 MUR per day for a scooter)
- Best Beach Nearby
- Tamarin Public Beach (famous for surfing and salt pans)
- Top Regional Airline
- Air Mauritius
- Top International Airline
- Emirates, Air France, and Turkish Airlines
- Highway Access
- Connected via the B3 highway to the M1 motorway
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- No trains; Victoria Urban Terminal in Port Louis is the main bus hub
- Public Transport Passes
- Cash-based bus system; short trips approx. 30-50 MUR
- Regional Travel
- Individual bus routes to Flic-en-Flac and Port Louis
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- C-Care Tamarin (private clinic at Cap Tamarin)
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Yoga at Rituals Spa or sessions at The Riverland Sports Club
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- RM Club Mauritius (world-class facility in Tamarin/Rivière Noire)
- Laundry Services
- Pressing de l'Ouest at La Mivoie
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- OrderManange or Foodies.mu
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Dholl Puri and Mauritian Fish Curry
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Moka'z at Cap Tamarin offers various plant-based bowls
- Best Dessert Spots
- Le Petit Journal for French pastries
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Super U Tamarin or the local markets in nearby Bambous
- E-commerce/Online Store
- PriceGuru.mu or Galaxy.mu
- Grocery Delivery
- Lolo Supermarket online or Super U home delivery
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Big Willy's (Bar, Restaurant, and Club)
- Local Brewery
- Flying Dodo Brewing Company (nearby in Bagatelle, but served locally)
- Wine Bars
- Le Wine Shop at Ruisseau Créole
- Street Food Stalls
- Food trucks parked at Tamarin Public Beach (Entry of the village)
- Popular International Cuisine
- La Madrague (Mediterranean/French) and Luigi’s (Italian)
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- The Tamarin Salt Pans (Les Salines)
- Museums & Art Venues
- The Martello Tower Museum in nearby La Preneuse
- Historical Sites
- La Tourelle Mountain (historic lookout point)
- Religious Sites
- St. Benoit Catholic Church
- Annual Events
- Mauritius Surfing Festival (seasonal)
- Cultural Districts
- The old fishing village area near the river mouth
- Theater Venues
- Caudan Arts Centre (approx. 45 mins away in Port Louis)
- Local Markets
- Tamarin Sunday Market for crafts and local produce
- Music Scene
- Live Sega music performances at local beach hotels
- Street Art
- Various murals around the Cap Tamarin smart city development
- Cooking Classes
- Kot Marie-Michelle (authentic Mauritian cooking experience nearby)
- Art Galleries
- The Gallery at Ruisseau Créole
- Historic Buildings
- The Old Sugar Mill ruins
- Local Heritage
- The salt harvesting tradition dating back to the French period
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Black River Gorges National Park (10 min drive)
- National Parks Nearby
- Bras d'Eau National Park (approx 1.5 hours away)
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Trails within the Yemen Nature Reserve
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Top of La Tourelle de Tamarin mountain
- Birdwatching Locations
- Black River Gorges (home to the Pink Pigeon)
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Permitted in designated areas of Tamarin Public Beach with local caution
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- Mauritius Post Tamarin Branch; DHL at Ruisseau Créole
- Tech Repair Services
- 101 Multimedia at Cascavelle Shopping Mall
- Table Tennis Spots
- Riverland Sports Club
- Language Classes
- French classes at Alliance Française (nearest in Belle Rose)
- Libraries & Study Spots
- The Hive library corner
- Community Centers
- Tamarin Village Council hall
- Gaming Lounges
- Found in the food court area of Cascavelle Mall
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Ti Vegas Casino in nearby Flic-en-Flac
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. 120,000 MUR per m² (e.g., 40 m² = 4,800,000 MUR)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. 90,000 MUR per m² (e.g., 40 m² = 3,600,000 MUR)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. 115,000 MUR per m² (e.g., 60 m² = 6,900,000 MUR)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. 85,000 MUR per m² (e.g., 60 m² = 5,100,000 MUR)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. 110,000 MUR per m² (e.g., 80 m² = 8,800,000 MUR)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. 80,000 MUR per m² (e.g., 80 m² = 6,400,000 MUR)
- Corporate Tax
- 15% (with 3% on export of goods)
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 0% (Mauritius does not levy withholding tax on dividends)
- Tax System
- Territorial/Residence-based; residents taxed on worldwide income
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 15%
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- Yes, introduced in line with OECD BEPS
- Property Tax
- No annual property tax, but there is a municipal tax in certain urban areas
- Property Transaction Tax
- 5% Land Transfer Tax + 5% Registration Duty
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- Premium Visa allows staying for 1 year (renewable) with tax liability only if money is remitted to Mauritius after 6 months
- VAT
- 15%