What's changing in Mauritius with the COVID-19 crisis

QUARANTINE PERIOD EXTENDED TO 15 FEBRUARY 2021

The Cabinet took the decision on Friday 18 December 2020 to extend the quarantine period in Mauritius from 15 January 2021 to 15 February 2021. Quarantine will therefore be mandatory for all passengers entering Mauritius until that date. Regulations will be amended accordingly by the Ministry of Health and Wellness.

Prohibition will also be extended until 15 February 2021, for aircraft and ships to enter Mauritius unless they are authorised by the local authorities


source:
https://www.mymauritius.travel/articles … ruary-2021

NOTICE TO ALL TRAVELLERS TO MAURITIUS

Updated Communique with regards to the spread of the “new coronavirus” (Covid-2019)

Following the continuous and rapid spread of the Covid-19 virus in UK and South Africa, the following precautionary measures have been adopted by the Mauritian Authorities:

All travelers who come from or have been in transit in the following countries during the last 14 days will not be allowed to enter the Mauritian territory until 31st January 2021:

UK
South Africa


We wish to reassure that all precautionary measures are being taken to protect the residents of Mauritius and other travellers.


source:
https://booking.mymauritius.travel/?equ … d0041f3571

The latest from Air Mauritius: all flights upto 28 March taken off the booking system:


Air Mauritius has cancelled inventory out of the system until March 28 – a fortnight before Easter on April 12.
But the airline says this is not a definitive date for the resumption of services between South Africa and Mauritius, as it expects a phased reopening of its borders to visitors of different nationalities. 

“The inventory is open from March 28 but we cannot say definitely when operations will resume between South Africa and Mauritius, as the borders are opening in a phased process, initially for residents, nationals, work permit holders and long-stay visitors. The next phase for reopening is only for France and Réunion,” said a representative from Air Mauritius, who confirmed that the airline would be extending flexible booking conditions to affected passengers.

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Hi Carlozo 

Do you have the english version?  Or more details on what the above is about?  Thank you Natasha

Mauritius launched its COVID-19 vaccination programme yesterday, January 26, giving priority to health care professionals, employees of the tourism industry, senior citizens and those with underlying medical conditions. This is according to a press release from the Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority (MTPA).

The MTPA says it expects that “soon” vaccinated visitors will be able to enter Mauritius.

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The objective of the vaccination campaign is to inoculate 60% of the country’s population of 1,3m to achieve herd immunity. The first batch of the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine, produced by the Serum Institute of India, arrived Friday, January 22 as a donation from the government of India. Doses required to complete the vaccination campaign are expected from Oxford-AstraZeneca and Pfizer with an initial consignment approved through COVAX.

The release says the government’s objective is the restarting of the tourism sector under the safest conditions possible. Mauritius’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, while admirable from a public health perspective, has taken a heavy toll on the tourism industry, which is responsible for around 24% of GDP.

Closure of borders, no short-term visitors, strict quarantine measures for returning residents and long-term stayers, and thorough testing protocols have been in place since the outbreak.

While conventional tourism has been impossible, there has been little disruption of social life in Mauritius since June 2020, with practically no known cases of community transmission, according to the Mauritian government.

Entry restrictions and quarantine requirements are expected to be eased progressively, based on how the pandemic evolves and on visitors having achieved immunity.


source:
https://www.travelnews.co.za/article/fa … m-comeback

TRAVEL TO MAURITIUS - UPDATED JANUARY 25, 2021

Updated Communique with regards to the spread of the "new coronavirus" (Covid-2019)

Following the continuous and rapid spread of the Covid-19 virus, the following precautionary measures have been adopted by the Mauritian Authorities:

All travelers who come from or have been in transit in the following countries during the last 15 days will not be allowed to enter the Mauritian territory until 28th February 2021:
UK
South Africa
Japan
Brazil
We wish to reassure that all precautionary measures are being taken to protect the residents of Mauritius and other travellers.

source:
https://www.mymauritius.travel/articles … ry-25-2021

QUARANTINE PERIOD EXTENDED TO 31 MARCH 2021

The Cabinet took the decision on Friday 15 January 2021 to extend the quarantine period in Mauritius from 15 February 2021 to 31 March 2021. Quarantine will therefore be mandatory for all passengers entering Mauritius until that date. Regulations will be amended accordingly by the Ministry of Health and Wellness.

Prohibition will also be extended until 31 March 2021, for aircraft and ships to enter Mauritius unless they are authorised by the local authorities.

source:
https://www.mymauritius.travel/articles … march-2021

MAURITIUS LAUNCHES ITS COVID-19 VACCINATION PROGRAMME

Port Louis, 26 January 2021 – Mauritius launches its Covid-19 vaccination programme today giving priority to frontliners including health care professionals, employees of the tourism industry as well as senior citizens and those with underlying medical conditions. 50,000 front liners are being considered for the vaccination campaign with 50% of them being in the tourism sector. Government objective remains the restart of the tourism sector in the safest conditions possible.

Mauritius observes strictest Covid-19 protocols and is regarded as having one of the world’s best responses to the pandemic. Strict quarantine measures and thorough testing protocols have been in place since the outbreak with the hotel industry playing a key role in offering accommodation for confinements. The country received a perfect 100 on the Oxford University Stringency Index which tracks government policy and action regarding the Covid-19 pandemic.

There has been little to no disruption of social life in Mauritius since June 2020 with practically no known cases of community transmission. As a result, the country has seen an increase in demand from visitors looking to relocate to a Covid-safe environment for work, leisure, or retirement. The Premium Visa has been introduced for this purpose and allows for extended visits of 12 months with an option for further extensions.

Entry restrictions and quarantine requirements are expected to be eased progressively based on the evolution of the pandemic and upon visitors having achieved immunity. The situation is being closely monitored with vaccination campaigns already started in Mauritius’s main tourism markets. It is expected that soon vaccinated visitors will be granted free access to the country.

The ultimate objective of the vaccination campaign is to inoculate 60% of the country’s population of 1.3 million to achieve herd immunity. The first batch of the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine, produced by the Serum Institute of India, arrived from Mumbai on Friday 22 January as a donation from the government of India. Doses required to complete the vaccination campaign are expected from Oxford-AstraZeneca and Pfizer with an initial consignment approved through the COVAX facility.

source:
https://www.mymauritius.travel/articles … -programme

Hi

i just want to update all SA expats who have already done application for residence permit and received pre-approval from EDB, as flights have been banned with SA, that EDB has extended the 90 day period to 31 March and they will extend further in March if needed. They gave me this update today itself.

Navin Nagawa

Air Mauritius update:

Kindly find attached updated MK details as we have moved offices in Johannesburg.

Please find below, requirements to be fulfilled by all passengers traveling to MRU :
No passengers will be allowed entry or transit in the republic of Mauritius unless they comply with the following conditions:
Passengers are willing to undergo a mandatory quarantine for a minimum of 14 days in a state-designated quarantine facility. → Passengers should possess a valid air ticket to Mauritius.
Passengers should produce proof of a travel package including accommodation at a state-designated quarantine facility for a minimum of 14 days.
Passengers will have to undergo a PCR test for covid-19 between five and seven days prior to the date of boarding at the last port of embarkation and the result of which shall be negative.
Passengers must undergo swabbing with regard to PCR test upon arrival at the SSR international airport.
PCR tests for covid-19 will also be carried out on day 7 and day 14.
In case the covid-19 PCR test is positive the person shall be transferred to a public medical institution for treatment.

Kind Regards

Belinda Pereira
Corporate Business Sales Executive
Johannesburg South Africa
Air Mauritius SA (Pty) Ltd, Bedford Centre, Office 1201, 12th floor, Smith Road, Bedfordview
Email: bpereira@airmauritius.com  Web:  www.airmauritius.com  T +27 (0) 11 601 3900 M +27 (0) 81 011 0851
Indian Ocean's Leading Airline – World Travel Awards (2019)

01 February 2021
Dear Partner in Travel,
New offices of Air Mauritius SA (Pty) Ltd.

We hope that that this letter finds you and your families safe and healthy. Our travel and aviation industry has been severely impacted by this pandemic and we pray that we can take to the skies very soon. The rollout of the vaccines worldwide, is a positive step to our world being restored to normal after the past 11 months.

We at Air Mauritius in South Africa are also directly affected with the closure of our Cape Town and Durban offices and the reduction in staff in the Johannesburg office. We have also moved to smaller premises in Johannesburg and our new office details are:

City Office
Offices 11C & D
11th Floor, Bedford Centre
C/O Van der Linde and Smith Road Bedford Gardens
Bedfordview

Airport Office
Office L4
Airport Terminal Building Terminal B
O R Tambo International Airport Kempton Park

Our telephone contact details remains unchanged as 011 601 3900 and 011 394 4548 respectively.

We look forward to the day that we can fly your passengers to the beautiful island of Mauritius and beyond.

Thank you. Yours sincerely,

Carla Da Silva
Regional Manager Southern Africa and Latin America
AIR MAURITIUS SA (PTY) LTD • REG NO 1975/004466/07
BEDFORD CENTRE. OFFICE 11C & D, 11TH FLOOR, SMITH ROAD, BEDFORDVIEW P O BOX 75001 GARDENVIEW 2047
TEL: +27 (0)11 6013900 •
REPRESENTING AIR MAURITIUS LTD • PRESIDENT JOHN KENNEDY STREET, PORT LOUIS, MAURITIUS

FlySafair to operate flights between South Africa and Mauritius



By Clinton Moodley Time of article published Feb 1, 2021


FlySafair announced that the airline will operate twice-weekly flights from South Africa and Mauritius. The airline got its rights application approved to operate flights between South Africa and Mauritius. The route will launch later this year, pending international regulations and the current travel ban by Mauritius.

The flights will operate from OR Tambo International Airport in South Africa and Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport in Mauritius.


CEO of FlySafair Elmar Conradie said the new route was a milestone for the airline as they expand its operations.

“We’ve had our sights set on offering services beyond South Africa for some time and hope this will be one of many announcements in the future.

“Safair has been able to build up a wealth of experience in the aviation industry and we’re very fortunate to be able to tap into this as we embark on this exciting new chapter,” said Conradie.

CMO of FlySafair Kirby Gordon said the pandemic allowed the airline to think strategically about the future.

“With some of the major local carriers still grounded, we’re hoping to provide some much-needed capacity on the route between OR Tambo and Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport," he said.

Mauritius has long been a top attraction for South Africans. Travellers are lured by its white-sand beaches, mouthwatering cuisine and luxury resorts. Travellers from Mauritius have also fallen in love with South Africa's history and cultural attractions, safari and wine farms.

Broadening its horizons

In November 2020, FlySafair and Emirates airline announced an interline agreement, which will open up connections for customers to selected routes on FlySafair’s network in South Africa.

Emirates announced in a press statement that the airline together with FlySafair plans to offer the ease of single-ticket travel and through tagging of baggage for travellers transferring from Emirates’ three gateways: Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Durban to FlySafair domestic points in South Africa, such as Port Elizabeth, East London and George


Parent company Safair has operated many specialist aviation services including the transport of cargo across Africa and as far as Antarctica. Its commercial experience is not limited to FlySafair and spans some three decades with operating partnerships involving Kulula, AirNamibia, South African Airways and Ryanair.

source:
https://www.iol.co.za/travel/travel-new … 590b09b9be

FlySafair – Mauritius, here we come

Today 02:00 - by Sarah Robertson


FlySafair has been awarded rights to operate a twice-weekly service between Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International Airport and Mauritius and is currently preparing to be able to launch this route when the island reopens. This will be FlySafair’s first regional route.

Mauritius is currently closed for scheduled flights, with a review of the situation expected before February 15. More than 100 000 South Africans visit the Indian Ocean island destination annually. Operators have been concerned about accessibility, as the three carriers that have traditionally serviced the Johannesburg-Mauritius route – Air Mauritius, SAA and Comair – are all in business rescue.

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FlySafair’s chief marketing officer, Kirby Gordon, previously told Travel News that the airline had a lot of work to do before it could launch regional routes. Among other things, this included correctly equipping its aircraft for international trips, establishing a presence in the various international departure halls, gearing up its technology to be able to collect and process the necessary passport and visa information and put processes in place for the repatriation of international currency.

Kirby said the airline was making good progress on all of these points and while he was unable to confirm a launch date for the new route – due to the island’s ongoing closure – FlySafair hoped to have all of these processes wound up soon to enable a launch in time for the Easter holidays.

FCTG’s gm product and marketing, Sue Garrett, drew a comparison with Mango’s success in operating low-cost flights to Zanzibar and said she believed there was great potential for an LCC to operate the four-hour route to Mauritius. She added that this could open up the destination to new segments of travellers. Sue said Mauritius was an extremely popular destination for South Africans, and the decision to launch flights, at a time when there were limited confirmed flight schedules available, was welcomed.

“We believe that a four-hour trip is still conceivable for a low-cost carrier option and while we may build a slightly different solution for this route compared with our domestic offering – such as the possible addition of one piece of checked baggage to the fare – it is our intention to price the destination in order to stimulate the market and attract new customers to the island,” said Kirby.

Gm of Travel Counsellors South Africa, Mladen Lukic, also welcomed the addition of a new entrant on the route. He said FlySafair had been extremely successful with the roll-out of its policies during COVID-19 and he was certain that its intention to launch a regional route had been well thought out.

source:

https://www.travelnews.co.za/article/fl … re-we-come

Latest from Air Mauritius re flights from South Africa:


Procedures extended till 31Mar21 due to extended travel ban


Dear Valued Travel Partner

Currently all operation are cancelled till 31Mar21 to / from Mauritius .  The inventory is open from 01Apr21 but we cannot say with definite when operations will resume between RSA and MRU  as the border will be opened in a phased process for residents, nationals, work permits and long term stay as you have to do a 14 day quarantine period at your own cost . The 1st phase is only France and Reunion.

Quarantine will be at the properties as identified in the MTPA link on the booking platform by the Government .

Please find below the additional information with regard to the extended travel ban.

FLEXIBLE REBOOKING  - for Tickets issued between 17th December 2020 and 31st March 2021
In order to provide more flexibility to its passengers, Air Mauritius will apply the following flexible change conditions for MK/239 tickets

Application

1.       All MK/239 Tickets issued between 17th December 2020 and 31st March 2021
2.       Travel on International flights (excludes Rodrigues)
3.       Most Significant carrier in the routing should be operated by MK with an MK flight number.
Flexible change conditions

1.       Ticketed passengers will be allowed first change free of charge and can be rebooked on available MK or MK / OAL flights without incurring any penalty for change
2.       Such changes will be allowed without penalty even if the fare rule for particular fare concerned specifies “No change” or “Change with Penalty”
3.       Passengers will be charged for any additional amount resulting from higher fare types, higher RBDs being booked, higher seasonality, rerouting / change of feeder / connecting airline
Air Mauritius reserves the right to modify above policy at short notice


Flexible Rebooking procedures has been extended to 31Mar21 for affected cancelled operations.
OPTION 1

Change your travel date at no additional cost or
Freely transfer your tickets to another passenger.
The following conditions will apply:
This facility is available for a period of 2 years from the original departure date,
No penalty or fare difference will be applicable for travel on Air Mauritius flights in the same cabin class.
OPTION 2

Exchange your unutilised ticket for a Travel Voucher.
The following conditions will apply for the Travel Voucher:
It will be valid for a period of 2 years as from its issue date
Have the same face value of the original ticket, plus a bonus comprised of an additional 10% bonus* added to the base fare and fuel surcharge
All penalties for cancellation will be waived.
It will be transferable to another person for future issuance of tickets and ancillary services.

Kind Regards

BPereira
Belinda Pereira
Corporate Business Sales Executive
Johannesburg South Africa

Air Mauritius SA (Pty) Ltd, Bedford Centre,
Office 11C & D, 11th floor, Smith Road, Bedfordview

Email: bpereira@airmauritius.com 
Web:  www.airmauritius.com 

T +27 (0) 11 601 3900
M +27 (0) 81 011 0851

source:
https://www.mauritiusconscious.com/covi … 7ca4d-4d2f


Is it possible to travel to Mauritius, Rodrigues and Reunion Islands?

If you are planning to come on holidays to Mauritius we recommend that you check with our team regarding the latest travel requirements and restrictions set forth by the authorities before your travel.

Updated 3rd February 2021 / 11h30 GMT+4

On the 15th of January 2021, the Government of Mauritius decided to extend the quarantine period for incoming travellers from 15 February 2021 to 31 March 2021.

Prohibition for aircraft and ships entering Mauritius – unless authorised by local officials – will also be extended till 31 March 2021.

In response to the new coronavirus variants around the world, Mauritian authorities have amended their protocols accordingly and adopted the following precautionary measure:
Travellers coming from or having been in transit in UK, Japan, Brazil and South Africa for the previous 14 days – as of 25th January – will be denied entry in the Mauritian territory until at least 28 February 2021.

On the 26th of January 2021, Mauritius launched its Covid-19 vaccination programme, prioritising frontline essential workers including healthcare professionals, employees within the tourism sector, airport personnel, senior citizens, and those with underlying medical conditions.  The objective of this programme is to immunize 60% of the population by 2021; a crucial step in ensuring the recovery of the economy.

Depending on the evolution of the pandemic and the global vaccination programmes, Mauritius will envisage easing entry restrictions and quarantine requirements progressively. It is expected that soon vaccinated visitors will be granted free access to the country.

At present, Mauritius continues to monitor and observe stringent covid-19 health and safety protocols. The 14-day quarantine at an approved property and the PCR test remain mandatory for travellers.

To stimulate and motivate relocation in a Covid-safe environment, Mauritius has also introduced the one-year Premium Visa with an option for renewal. For more information about this visa, please reach out to our team at gerald@mauritiusconscious.com

Rodrigues
Commercial flights to Rodrigues Island from Mauritius are now operating. Mauritian residents are not to take the PCR test when travelling to Rodrigues.

Flights between Reunion Island and Rodrigues remain suspended until further notice.

Reunion
Unless the traveller has a significant and compelling reason (health or family emergency, professional reason), travel to Reunion Island is restricted at present.

Quarantine extended  till May 31st 2021
QUARANTINE PERIOD EXTENDED TO 31 MAY 2021The quarantine period in Mauritius will be extended from 31st March 2021 to 31st May 2021. Quarantine will therefore be mandatory for all passengers entering Mauritius until that date.

Flights from the UK will be allowed on March 1st 2021.
( in news today)

Today. the period in which 14-day Quarantine for all arriving passengers is mandatory, was extended with 2 further months until 31 May 2021

Updated 01st March 2021 / 12h30 GMT+4

The Government of Mauritius has decided to extend the quarantine period for incoming travellers from 31st March 2021 to 31st May 2021.

In the face of the new coronavirus variants, Mauritian authorities have adopted the following precautionary measure:

Visitors coming from or having been in transit in Japan, Brazil and South Africa for the past 15 days (starting from 25th February 2021) will be denied entry in the Mauritian territory until further notice.

As of 25th February 2021, the United Kingdom is no longer on the travel ban list of Mauritius, and British travellers are more than welcome to visit the island.

In line with the pandemic, all arriving passengers, including children and infants, must possess the following documents:

A certificate of negative COVID-19 PCR test administered between 5-7 days before the date of the last embarkation
Proof of purchase of a travel package, including a full stay at a designated hotel for the mandatory 14-day in-room quarantine
A valid air ticket to Mauritius
At present, Mauritius continues with the vaccination push to curb any risks of contagion. It is expected that the island will gradually ease entry restrictions and quarantine procedures according to the progress of the pandemic and vaccination programmes.

The island has also introduced the one-year Premium Visa with an option for renewal for foreign nationals wishing to relocate in a covid-safe environment. For more information about this visa, please reach out to our team at gerald@mauritiusconscious.com

source:

https://www.mauritiusconscious.com/covi … 7ca4d-4d2f

Any updates regarding the restrictions?

Will there be a mandatory quarantine after 31st May?

Also how does this quarantine work? I assume you can't leave your hotel, but can u at least use the hotel's facilities or you are required to stay in your room for 14 days?

I would like to travel to Mauritius in the near future. I would stay there using tourist visa, then I would "upgrade" to premium visa. I'm vaccinated against Covid (Moderna).

Ok so what it was before the current outbreak. You needed to stay in your room, but when the room had an outdoor space or private pool you could use it. When the room had a direct acces to the beach, you are not allowed to go out on the beach only on your private terrace / outdoor space. (I recieved this info from people that went through the 14 day room quarantine ...

You have to stay in your room and room service will bring you food etc to your room, so during those 14 days you can not use any other facilities of the hotel... it is truly a room lock down...

From the airport we will be directly transported to your room (with police escort) and the covid tests during thoose 14 days will find place in your room.. after the 14 days your are free to move around (depending on the restriction in mauritius at that time).

Hope that helps.

OK I see thx for the info!

Is there any word on when there will next be a government update on the borders? It's only 11 days to the end of May at which point the last advisory becomes out of date - and there is no new information about what happens beyond this point as far as i can see?

To follow up on the last question, do we know if people who are fully vaccinated will need to quarantine after the opening of the borders? Thank you for the feedback.

I just read that travel restrictions have been extended until June 30th now

Where did you read this?

there's been an update on the mauritius travel authority this morning.... there goes our move this year :-(

Is there a reason why the extension of border closures to june 30th is not 'news' on the main Mauritian newspaper websites? (eg Le Mauricien)... i could not find any reference to it despite it being posted on the MTA website? Surely this is newsworthy? Or has the information not been officially announced as yet?

Will Mauritius open this year or not??

What's the point of all this? A vaccinated person cannot even infect others, so why don't they let people in? Same in Thailand, but there  the border is not closed, there is a 14 quarantine.

source: https://www.tourismupdate.co.za/article … en-borders

Mauritius gears up to open borders
(Published Yesterday, 01 June 2021)


Consultations have intensified among tourism partners in Mauritius with a view to opening borders to international travel around mid-2021.

According to a statement by the Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority (MTPA), working groups have been set up to define travel protocols and evaluate optimal air connectivity options in addition to designing global communications campaigns for the restart of tourism.

MTPA pointed to a recent Iata report that highlighted that international travel was expected to recover to more than 50% of pre-COVID levels before the end of the year.

Iata noted that travel would recover faster than expected because of the rapidly growing vaccinated population and advancement in testing. Developed countries are expected to vaccinate more than 50% of their populations by the third quarter of 2021.

According to an MTPA spokesperson, Mauritius has secured enough vaccine orders to meet its vaccination targets and achieve herd immunity within the next few months.

Analysts say that some people have accumulated savings during the lockdown, which may total up to 10% of the GDP in some countries. Iata expects global passenger numbers to surpass pre-COVID-19 levels as early as 2023.

source:
https://www.mauritiusconscious.com/covi … 7ca4d-4d2f


Updated 24th May 2021 / 09h30 GMT+4

International Flights

Arrival
The Government of Mauritius has extended travel restrictions for inbound flights until 30th June 2021. Exceptional flights to Mauritius will still be programmed.

For more information about the availability of these flights, passengers are advised to get in touch with their respective airlines.

e.g. Air Mauritius flight MK852 is still leaving Johannesburg JNB at 13:15 most Saturdays, mostly carrying freight.


Departure
Outbound flights are still operating. Departing passengers having a valid air ticket are allowed to board the authorised flights.

Travellers are encouraged to enquire with their respective airlines about the latest flight information.

Rodrigues

Commercial flights to Rodrigues from Mauritius will be suspended until 30th June 2021.

No passengers will be allowed entry in Rodrigues except for those who have been authorised. Such passengers must present a negative covid-19 PCR test before the date of embarkation. They will also be subjected to a 14-day and 7-day in-room quarantine in Mauritius and Rodrigues respectively.

source:
https://www.mymauritius.travel/mauritius-travel-alerts


MAURITIUS TRAVEL ALERTS

Travel Restrictions to Mauritius
- Up to 30th of June 2021
————————————-
No passengers will be allowed entry into Mauritius.
Departing passengers will be allowed to board the authorized flights, should there be any departing flights.
While travel restrictions have been extended to 30th June, exceptional flights may still be programmed as is the case since last year.

All prospective passengers (including children and infants) travelling to Mauritius must possess the following documents:

a certificate of a negative COVID – 19 PCR test administered between 5 and 7 days prior to the date of boarding at the last point of embarkation.
a valid air ticket to Mauritius; and
proof of purchase of a travel package including accommodation, on a full board basis, at a designated hotel for a mandatory 14-day in-room quarantine followed by 7 days self isolation.
We will relay related information from the relevant authorities as the situation evolves, and hope to welcome you to our beautiful Mauritius soon.



31 May 2021
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GROWING OPTIMISM AS MAURITIUS PREPARES TO OPEN BORDERS
International travel is expected to recover to more than 50% of pre COVID levels before the end of the year. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and Tourism Economics released a more optimistic forecast than originally expected. This comes just as Mauritius starts to prepare for the reopening of borders.

Consultations have intensified among tourism partners in Mauritius with a view to open borders to international travel around mid-2021. Working groups have been set up to define travel protocols, evaluate optimal air connectivity options as well as design global communications campaigns for the restart of tourism.

IATA believes that travel will recover faster than expected because of the rapidly growing vaccinated population and advancement in testing. Developed countries are expected to vaccinate more than 50% of their population by the third quarter of 2021. Mauritius has secured enough vaccine orders to meet its vaccination targets and achieve herd immunity within the next few months.

Preparations in Mauritius are progressing amidst this growing optimism. It looks like people have retained the desire to travel. As soon as countries are announcing the reopening of borders there have been sudden surges in booking numbers. IATA quoted the rapid growth in outbound travel between the UK and Portugal as an example.

Analysts say that some people have accumulated savings during the lockdown which may total up to 10% of GDP in some countries. IATA expects that global passenger numbers are expected to surpass pre-COVID-19 levels as early as in 2023.

Would seem that there are some major developments on border opening and closures today? It's not clear though where it leaves people trying to emigrate there with unvaccinated children....anyhow thought this might be useful for some of you....

https://mauritiusnow.com/mauritius-travel-advice/

For unvaccinated guests the 14 days quarantine it's in a designated hotel room, just as before. After the 14 days with a negative covid test on day 14 you are free to go to the Island. That will apply to families with unvaccinated children's.
It is in the link you have attached

Further to my last post, it does seem to suggest that children under 18 will be exempt from vaccination on entry - but perhaps that needs to be checked and verified! But good news all told!

for vaccinated travellers at least, it says on the little slideshow thing, that under 18s dont need to be vaccinated to be able to enter? but as you say it's a little unclear?

MAURITIUS RE-OPENS IT'S BORDERS - A Travel news alert

2 week quatantine still enforced from 15 July to 30 September.

From 1 October, no quarantine required for Vaccinated tourists, returning residents and citizens:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wbXtVAhHNAohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ol3cb1Fv9qIhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5-OprLIlsTYhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mhbis6ftBm0

Air Mauritius in the news:

source:   https://www.lexpress.mu/node/397914

Air Mauritius: "Can we have a tourism industry without a national airline?"

MP Nando Bodha spoke about the situation of Air Mauritius on the evening of yesterday, Wednesday August 11, on his Facebook page. For him, if we are there, it is because of the incompetence of those placed within MK by the government.

" What is Pravind Jugnauth's agenda regarding Air Mauritius?" asked Nando Bodha. According to him, there can be no revival of the tourism sector without the national aviation company being involved.

(also scroll down to the comments below the article)




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Air Mauritius returns to SA in October – when the island fully re-opens
https://www.businessinsider.co.za/air-m … ber-2021-8





Island vibes: Air Mauritius schedules flights to SA from October
https://www.thesouthafrican.com/travel/ … 21-update/





Could Mauritius be opening to South Africans by October?
https://www.iol.co.za/travel/africa/cou … 4e764ef287





Fully vaccinated South Africans can flock to Mauritius from October
https://citizen.co.za/travel/2589254/tr … -paradise/





Air Mauritius to return to the UK in October
https://www.ttgmedia.com/news/news/air- … ober-29604

Thank you Ceresiet.  Still looks like only flights on Fridays with Air M.   Still think we will go with Air Austral as offers more flights during the week.