Budget-Friendly 2-Day Mauritius Itinerary for Peaceful and Scenic Exploration

Day 1: Arrival and Northern Exploration

Port Louis, Mauritius on May 30, 2025

6:00am

Flight from India to Mauritius

Catch an early budget airline flight from a major Indian city to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport, Mauritius. Airlines like Air Mauritius or IndiGo offer competitive fares. Expect flight time around 6-7 hours.
INR 15000, 7h0m

1:00pm

Airport to Port Louis by Bus

Use public bus from airport to the capital city, Port Louis. It’s an affordable option costing about MUR 50.
MUR 50, 1h0m

2:00pm

Lunch at Le Courtyard, Port Louis

Enjoy affordable Mauritian dishes like dholl puri or seafood at a local eatery known for authentic flavors and budget prices.
MUR 200, 1h0m

3:30pm

Visit Pamplemousses Botanical Garden

Explore one of the oldest botanical gardens in the southern hemisphere, home to giant water lilies and spice plants. Open 8am to 5pm.
MUR 200, 1h30m

5:30pm

Relax at Trou aux Biches Beach

Unwind on this peaceful northern beach with calm waters, ideal for swimming and watching the sunset.
Free, 1h30m

7:30pm

Dinner at local seaside eatery

Savor fresh grilled seafood or vegetarian Creole dishes at an affordable beachside restaurant near Trou aux Biches.
MUR 300, 1h0m

9:00pm

Overnight accommodation in guesthouse

Stay at a budget-friendly guesthouse or hostel in northern Mauritius around Trou aux Biches or Grand Baie area, costing about MUR 1200 per night.
MUR 1200, 8h0m

Day 2: South and West Highlights

Mauritius on May 31, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at guesthouse

Start your day with a simple yet filling Mauritian breakfast including fresh fruits, bread, and tea provided by the guesthouse.
Included in accommodation, 0h30m

8:30am

Bus to Chamarel

Take a local bus to Chamarel to visit the famed Seven Colored Earths and Chamarel Waterfall. The bus fare is affordable and scenic.
MUR 150, 2h0m

10:30am

Visit Seven Colored Earths and Waterfall

Marvel at this unique volcanic formation with multi-colored sand dunes and nearby waterfall, an ideal place for nature lovers. Open 7:30am to 5:30pm.
MUR 200, 1h30m

12:00pm

Lunch at nearby local eatery

Try local Mauritian curry or street food near Chamarel at budget prices.
MUR 250, 1h0m

1:30pm

Bus to Black River Gorges National Park

Explore peaceful trails in Mauritius’s largest national park with panoramic views and native wildlife. Open from 7am to 5pm.
Free, 2h0m

3:30pm

Head back to Port Louis by bus

Return to the capital using public buses, allowing some time to relax and pack.
MUR 150, 2h0m

6:00pm

Dinner at local eatery in Port Louis

Enjoy affordable Mauritian street food like samosas, gateaux piments with fresh juice before your return flight.
MUR 250, 1h0m

7:30pm

Airport transfer by bus

Take a public bus back to the airport for your evening flight to India.
MUR 50, 1h0m

9:30pm

Flight back to India

Catch your flight back to India, concluding your budget-friendly Mauritius trip.
Included in initial airfare, 7h0m