Car rental in Flic en Flac, Mauritius
On the west coast, Flic en Flac boasts one of the longest sandy beaches in Mauritius and famous sunsets. By car, you easily reach Tamarin, Le Morne and the Chamarel highlands for a day in nature.
Find a vehicle in Flic en FlacCar rental in Flic en Flac, Mauritius starts from around Rs 1,200 (~€25) per day with licensed, insured local agencies. Book online, with pick-up at SSR airport or in Flic en Flac.
Good to know
- Huge beach and sunsets.
- Easy trips to Le Morne and Chamarel.
- Plenty of shops and supermarkets.
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Picking up and returning your car in Flic en Flac
In Flic en Flac, you can collect the car at SSR Airport and drive to the west coast, or ask for delivery to your hotel, residence or apartment. These options, their hours and any fees depend on the rental company: have them confirmed when you book.
Because the village is compact, some travellers rent only for part of their stay, for days out to Chamarel, Le Morne or Port Louis. If so, check with the rental company that mid-stay delivery and collection are possible, and on what terms.
Indicative drive times from Flic en Flac
- SSR Airportabout 45 min to 1 h
- Port Louis30 to 45 min depending on traffic
- Tamarin15 to 20 min
- Casela (Cascavelle)about 10 min
- Chamarelabout 35 to 45 min
- Le Morneabout 35 to 45 min
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 road along Flic en Flac beach is slow: pedestrians, street vendors and cars parking under the casuarina trees. At weekends and on public holidays the public beach gets busy from the morning, and finding a space around midday is hard. To leave the village you join the main road towards Cascavelle and Bambous, then Port Louis to the north or Tamarin to the south.
Towards Chamarel and the Black River Gorges, the road climbs in hairpins: drive calmly, use engine braking downhill and favour daytime, as mist and rain are common at altitude. In the late afternoon, the setting sun ahead of you can be dazzling along the coast: sunglasses are not a luxury.
What to see by car nearby
Casela Nature Parks
An animal and activity park at Cascavelle, a few minutes away, ideal with children.
Chamarel
The Seven Coloured Earths and Chamarel waterfall, in the south-west highlands.
Black River Gorges
A national park with spectacular viewpoints and forest hiking trails.
Tamarin salt pans
Traditional salt pans by the roadside, worth a stop on the way south.
Le Morne beach
A turquoise lagoon below Le Morne Brabant, for a different beach day.
Albion lighthouse
The Pointe aux Caves lighthouse north of Flic en Flac, on a coast of basalt cliffs.
Which car to choose in Flic en Flac?
A city car or compact suits Flic en Flac and the west's roads, which are all paved. If you plan several climbs to Chamarel or the gorges with four adults on board, a slightly more powerful engine makes driving more pleasant. An automatic makes hill starts easier; a people carrier is the natural choice for large families.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to drive from Flic en Flac to Chamarel?+
Allow about 35 to 45 minutes, via Tamarin and then the mountain road. The last part is winding: go in daylight and allow time for stops at the viewpoints.
Where can you park for Flic en Flac beach?+
There are spaces along the public beach, under the casuarina trees, but they fill up fast at weekends and on public holidays. Arrive early or park in a nearby street, following the signs.
How long is the drive from the airport to Flic en Flac?+
About 45 minutes to 1 hour outside traffic jams, via the central plateau. It can take longer at rush hour: check your GPS before you leave.
Is Flic en Flac a good base for exploring the island by car?+
Yes for the west and south-west, which are less than an hour away. Port Louis is quick to reach; the north and east mean more driving, but remain doable as day trips.
Are the rental cars in Flic en Flac 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.