Getting Around

MAKE YOUR WAY AROUND MAURITIUS

From your arrival transfer to a day exploring the island, choose transport around your route, luggage and pace. This guide brings together app-booked taxis, private transfers, buses, the Metro Express and car hire, with links to our detailed travel guides.

UPDATED FOR 2026

Uber in Mauritius: how the local service works

Taxi by ala-lila, powered by Uber is a locally operated service involving Logidis and licensed Mauritian taxis. IBL dates its launch to 25 March 2026. This is a local taxi partnership using Uber technology, rather than an invitation for private car owners to operate as drivers.

Logidis states that participating drivers must hold a valid Public Service Vehicle Licence (PSVL) and pass its document checks. See the IBL service update and Logidis information for the operating model.

Before requesting your taxi

Enter your exact pickup and destination in the app and review the available ride, fare and payment options before confirming.
Check the pickup instructions and driver and vehicle details. Match these to the arriving vehicle before getting in.
Keep your phone charged and mobile data available. For a late arrival or a remote return journey, arrange a backup transfer.
Ask about luggage space, child seats or accessibility requirements before relying on a particular vehicle.

ala-lila describes upfront fare information, allocated taxi details and real-time tracking on its official website. These are useful booking and traceability features; they do not guarantee that a vehicle will be available for every route or time. Check the current options for your journey.

A chauffeur opening the rear door of a black car beside a tree-lined road. — For a private transfer, confirm the meeting point, luggage space and total price before travelling.

Make your arrival transfer straightforward

For an airport arrival, organise the practical details before you fly: meeting point, flight number, luggage, child seats and the total price. Ask what happens if the flight is delayed and keep the provider’s contact details available offline.

Airport and hotel pickups can have specific arrangements. Confirm the permitted meeting point with the operator instead of assuming that an app taxi can collect you anywhere. Our Mauritius airport transfer guide introduces the options; reconfirm any quoted fare directly before booking.

Discover local journeys by bus and metro

Buses can be a useful choice when your plans fit the route and timetable. Check the destination, connections and last return service before setting out, especially if your accommodation is away from the main road. Ask the operator about the current fare, payment method and luggage arrangements.

A uniformed bus worker standing beside seated passengers inside a bus. — Local bus travel offers a different perspective on island life. Check your route and return service before starting your day.

The Metro Express offers another option for journeys along its urban corridor. The operator provides both single-use tickets and a reusable MECard. Validate your ticket or card when entering and leaving, and check the current route map, operating notices and fares on the official Metro Express website. Use its current journey information rather than treating the metro as an island-wide transport service.

Continue with our taxi and bus guide when planning local connections.

Would a hire car suit your trip?

A hire car may suit a flexible itinerary with several stops. Before choosing a vehicle, compare the full rental price, insurance cover, excess, deposit, fuel policy and collection arrangements. Ask the rental company to confirm licence and driver eligibility requirements for your circumstances.

For a day when you would rather concentrate on the scenery, compare a driver-arranged outing with driving yourself. Agree the itinerary, duration, waiting time and return arrangements in advance.

Choose the option that fits your day

Arrival with luggage

Consider a pre-arranged transfer with a confirmed meeting point and enough room for your party.

A journey between towns

Compare a taxi request with bus or metro connections for your actual start and end points.

A day of exploring

Compare car hire or a driver with your planned stops and the return journey in mind.

Questions before you travel

Can I use Uber in Mauritius?

The local service is Taxi by ala-lila, powered by Uber, operated through Logidis with licensed taxis. Check the options available for your exact pickup and destination.

Can I rely on an app for a late or remote pickup?

Check availability before depending on it. For an important journey, confirm a transfer and keep a backup contact, especially for a flight or a late return.

Are prices and journey times fixed?

Check the current fare and booking conditions with your chosen provider. Leave extra time for traffic, connections and pickup arrangements.

Updated 8 November 2026. Sources: IBL, Logidis, ala-lila and Metro Express. Availability, fares and operating arrangements can change.

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