Car rental in Black River (Rivière Noire), Mauritius
From Rs 1 300/day · 57 cars · licensed local agencies, insurance included
Available vehicles
57 cars from licensed agencies, from Rs 1 300/day · see all with your dates
Ford Ranger Wildtrak
Suzuki Dzire
GWM P-Series
Mazda BT-50
Hyundai Venue N Line
Suzuki Fronx Hybrid
- Cheaper than the desks
Licensed local agencies: often 20 to 40% cheaper than the international desks at the airport, same yellow plates and insurance.
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At the foot of the western mountains, Black River is the village of big-game fishing and the restaurants around Tamarin bay. A car gives you access to Black River Gorges National Park, Chamarel and Le Morne, all under 30 minutes away.
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Find a vehicle in Black River (Rivière Noire)Car rental in Black River (Rivière Noire), Mauritius starts from Rs 1,300 (~€25) per day with licensed, insured local agencies. Book online, with pick-up at SSR airport or in Black River (Rivière Noire).
Good to know
- Gateway to Black River Gorges National Park.
- Chamarel and Le Morne 20-30 min away.
- Restaurants and shops along the coast road.
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Picking up and returning your car in Black River (Rivière Noire)
In Black River, the car is usually collected at SSR Airport, about 1 h away, or delivered to your villa or hotel by a company serving the west. Give the exact address: many holiday rentals are in gated estates, and the company needs to know where to park for the hand-over.
For a long villa stay, ask for a weekly or monthly rate: the car is used every day for shopping, beaches and mountain outings.
Indicative drive times from Black River (Rivière Noire)
- Tamarin5 to 10 min
- Chamarelabout 20 to 25 min
- Le Morneabout 20 min
- Flic en Flacabout 20 min
- Black River Gorges National Park (Plaine Champagne)about 30 to 40 min
- SSR Airportabout 1 h
Orders of magnitude outside traffic jams: allow more at rush hour around Port Louis and check your GPS on the day.
Driving and parking in the area
The roads to Chamarel and Plaine Champagne climb in tight hairpins: shift down on descents, crawl through blind bends and watch for the fog that often settles on the plateau in the afternoon. At night, the west coast road is dark, with pedestrians and dogs on the verges.
For hikes in the national park, use the trailhead car parks and leave nothing visible. Fill up in Black River or Tamarin before heading up: there is no petrol station on the plateau.
What to see by car nearby
Black River Gorges
A national park with native forest, viewpoints and marked trails.
Chamarel
The Seven Coloured Earths, Chamarel waterfall and rum distillery.
Black River Peak
The island's highest point, a hike that is accessible with proper gear.
Tamarin Bay
A beach and bay known for surfing and early-morning dolphin trips.
Tamarin salt pans
Old salt pans still in use, right by the coast.
Le Morne Brabant
A UNESCO-listed mountain and turquoise lagoon, 20 minutes south.
Which car to choose in Black River (Rivière Noire)?
Every road is paved, but the climbs to Chamarel and Plaine Champagne are steep: a compact with a slightly stronger engine or a small SUV is more comfortable when loaded. For surfing or kitesurfing, choose an SUV or estate and ask the rental company whether gear is allowed.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a 4x4 for Chamarel or the Gorges?+
No, the roads are paved. A regular car is enough; a stronger engine simply makes the climbs more comfortable.
How long from Black River to the airport?+
Allow about 1 h, via the south coast or the plateau depending on your GPS. On flight day, leave a margin.
Can the car be delivered to my villa?+
Often yes, depending on the company. Give the precise address and the estate access code if needed; time and any fee should be confirmed when booking.
Black River or Flic en Flac as a base?+
Black River is closer to the mountains, Chamarel and Le Morne; Flic en Flac has a longer beach and more shops within walking distance. By car they are about 20 minutes apart.
Are the rental cars in Black River (Rivière Noire) licensed and insured?+
On RentCar.mu, yes: every listed vehicle is tied to a PSV licence (yellow plates) and an insured, identified operator : no informal rentals.