Car rental in Trou aux Biches, Mauritius
Known for its calm lagoon and snorkelling, Trou aux Biches is a family-friendly resort in the north-west. With a car, reach Grand Baie, the Pamplemousses garden or the aquarium in minutes.
Find a vehicle in Trou aux BichesCar rental in Trou aux Biches, 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 Trou aux Biches.
Good to know
- Lagoon ideal for snorkelling.
- Close to Grand Baie and Pamplemousses.
- Quiet, family atmosphere.
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Picking up and returning your car in Trou aux Biches
In Trou aux Biches, the car can be collected at SSR Airport before heading up to the north-west, or delivered to your hotel or villa if the rental company offers it. For a family stay, on-site delivery saves juggling children and luggage at the terminal: have the time and any fee confirmed when booking.
Remember to book child seats together with the car, and check at handover that they suit your children's age and weight. The return can take place at your accommodation or at the airport, as agreed with the rental company.
Indicative drive times from Trou aux Biches
- SSR Airportabout 1 h to 1 h 15
- Grand Baie10 to 15 min
- Port Louis25 to 35 min depending on traffic
- Mont Choisy beachabout 5 min
- Triolet templeabout 10 min
- Pamplemousses Gardenabout 20 to 25 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 coast road linking Pointe aux Piments, Trou aux Biches and Mont Choisy is narrow in places and shared with pedestrians, cyclists and hotel shuttles: drive slowly, especially at dusk. To reach Port Louis or the airport, you head inland via Triolet to join the M2 motorway.
The public beaches of Trou aux Biches and Mont Choisy have parking areas under the casuarina trees, much in demand on Sundays and public holidays. On weekdays the area is quiet and well suited to your first miles if you are new to driving on the left.
What to see by car nearby
Mont Choisy beach
A long beach lined with casuarina trees just to the north, popular for picnics.
Triolet temple
The Maheswarnath Mandir, a large and colourful Hindu temple a few minutes inland.
Pamplemousses Garden
Giant water lilies and century-old avenues, about twenty minutes away.
Grand Baie
Restaurants, shops and boat trips to the northern islets.
Pointe aux Canonniers
A small headland between Mont Choisy and Grand Baie with sheltered beaches.
Port Louis
The Central Market and Caudan Waterfront for half a day in town.
Which car to choose in Trou aux Biches?
For a couple, a city car is plenty: trips around Trou aux Biches are short. Families will appreciate a people carrier or a compact with a large boot for the pushchair, beach bags and child seats. An automatic makes driving easier on the coast road, where you stop and start a lot.
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Frequently asked questions
Trou aux Biches or Grand Baie: where to stay when you have a car?+
Trou aux Biches is quieter and family-friendly, with a lagoon suited to snorkelling; Grand Baie is livelier at night. With a car they are 10 to 15 minutes apart: you can stay somewhere quiet and go out in Grand Baie.
How long is the drive from Trou aux Biches to the airport?+
Allow about 1 h to 1 h 15 outside rush hour, via the M2 and then the M1 motorway. On departure day, leave a margin for getting through the Port Louis area.
Can you rent child seats with the car?+
Many rental companies offer them, but availability and terms vary: ask when booking, giving your children's age and weight, and check the installation at handover.
Where can you park for Trou aux Biches public beach?+
There are parking areas along the public beaches of Trou aux Biches and Mont Choisy. They fill up quickly on Sundays and public holidays: arrive early in the morning.
Are the rental cars in Trou aux Biches 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.