Flic-en-Flac Travel Guide

City Coastal village on Mauritius' west coast beaches

A long white beach on Mauritius’ west coast, Flic‑en‑Flac draws snorkelers to its nearby reef and evening bars to its palm‑lined promenade. Creole kitchens serve curries and octopus; sunset fishermen mend nets on the shore.

Costs

$80-200 per day

Resort town with options from budget to luxury.

Safety

Generally safe for tourists

Mauritius is safe; watch beach theft and drink responsibly at night.

Best Time

May-October (cool/dry)

Cool, dry winter offers calmer seas and fewer clouds.

In This Guide

Why Visit
Best Things to Do
Bucket List
Best Time to Visit
How to Get There
How to Get Around
Where to Stay
Where to Eat

Local Time

12:01 AM

GMT+4

Weather

72°F

Clear

Population

2,010

Infrastructure & Convenience

Tourist-friendly: taxis, shops, restaurants, English and French widely spoken.

Popularity

One of Mauritius' most popular west-coast resort towns with both package and independent tourists.

Known For

long white-sand beach, sunset views, snorkeling and reef, water sports, family resorts, beachfront bars, nightlife, coral gardens, local seafood

Flic-en-Flac boasts one of Mauritius' longest continuous white-sand beaches, stretching for several kilometers along the west coast.

Why Visit Flic-en-Flac? #

White-sand beaches and a long lagoon make Flic-en-Flac a favorite for snorkeling, kite-surfing and relaxed sunset evenings on Mauritius’ west coast. Dive trips to nearby coral reefs and visits to Casela Nature Park complement beach life, while sega music and dholl puri stalls give the town its lively local flavor. Nightlife stays low-key but sociable, with beachfront bars and seafood restaurants serving fresh grilled fish and rum cocktails.

Best Things to Do in Flic-en-Flac

All Attractions ›

Le Morne Brabant

Dramatic basaltic peninsula and UNESCO slavery memorial

Mountain

Black River Gorges National Park

Largest Mauritian national park with endemic wildlife

National Park

Mauritius Island

Indian Ocean island nation with beaches and lagoons

Island

Ganga Talao

Crater lake and Hindu pilgrimage site in Mauritius

Lake

Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Garden

Historic Mauritian botanical garden famed for giant lilies

Garden

Trou aux Cerfs

Dormant volcanic crater and public lookout in Curepipe

Volcano

Île de la Passe (Mauritius)

Small islet near Mauritius' Grand Port

Island

Le Pouce

Prominent Mauritian mountain peak near Port Louis

Mountain

Flic-en-Flac Bucket List

Don't Miss

Flic-en-Flac Beach - Swim and snorkel along Flic-en-Flac's long white-sand beach and shallow lagoon.
Casela World of Adventures - See wildlife, zipline and walk safari trails at Casela World of Adventures.
Tamarin Bay - Watch surfers and sunset at Tamarin Bay's reef break and seaside cafés.
Beachfront seafood restaurants - Try local seafood and rum cocktails at beachfront restaurants lining Flic-en-Flac promenade.

Hidden Gems

Flic-en-Flac village market - Stroll the village market for fresh fish, tropical fruit and friendly vendors.
La Preneuse coastline - Visit La Preneuse for quieter coves and a 19th-century cannon on the shore.
Dolphin trips from Tamarin - Dolphin trips from Tamarin offer close encounters at sunrise and calm waters.

Day Trips

Chamarel Seven Coloured Earths - Visit Chamarel for the seven-coloured earths and Chamarel waterfall viewpoint.
Le Morne Brabant - Hike Le Morne for historical sites and coastal panoramas on the peninsula.
Black River Gorges National Park - Explore endemic forests, waterfalls and hiking trails in Black River Gorges National Park.

Best Time to Visit Flic-en-Flac #

Flic-en-Flac is nicest in May-October when it's drier and cooler for beaches, walks and sunsets. November-April brings heat, humidity and a higher risk of storms and cyclones.

Summer

November - April · 24-30°C (75-86°F)

Hot, humid and lush - beach days are lovely but expect occasional heavy showers and higher humidity that can feel sticky.

Winter

May - October · 18-24°C (64-75°F)

Cooler, drier and more comfortable for outdoor activities; sea breezes make evenings pleasant and swimming remains enjoyable.

Cyclone Season

January - March · 25-31°C (77-88°F)

Peak risk of cyclones and strong storms - avoid island-hopping plans and keep flexible travel arrangements during these months.

Best Time to Visit Flic-en-Flac #

Climate

Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in January) and warm winters (coldest in August). Temperatures range from 18°C to 30°C. Abundant rainfall (1596 mm/year), wettest in February.

Best Time to Visit

SeptemberOctoberNovember

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

32°

Warmest Month

19°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

January

January is the warmest month with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (238 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

26°

Feels Like Warm

26°C

Temperature

23° – 30°

77%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

238 mm

Rainfall

3.1 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

3.0

UV Index

Extreme

13.1h daylight

February

February is the warmest month with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (261 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

26°

Feels Like Warm

26°C

Temperature

23° – 30°

77%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

261 mm

Rainfall

2.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.8

UV Index

Extreme

12.7h daylight

March

March is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (209 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

74 Very Good

Comfort

26°

Feels Like Warm

26°C

Temperature

23° – 29°

78%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

209 mm

Rainfall

3.8 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

2.4

UV Index

Extreme

12.1h daylight

April

April is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (186 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

25°

Feels Like Warm

25°C

Temperature

22° – 29°

77%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

186 mm

Rainfall

2.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.9

UV Index

Very High

11.5h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (126 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

24°

Feels Like Mild

24°C

Temperature

20° – 27°

74%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

126 mm

Rainfall

3.1 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.4

UV Index

High

11.0h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 19°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

82 Excellent

Comfort

22°

Feels Like Mild

22°C

Temperature

19° – 26°

73%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

82 mm

Rainfall

3.1 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.2

UV Index

High

10.8h daylight

July

July is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 18°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

21°

Feels Like Mild

21°C

Temperature

18° – 25°

73%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

84 mm

Rainfall

3.7 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.2

UV Index

High

10.9h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

82 Excellent

Comfort

21°

Feels Like Mild

21°C

Temperature

18° – 25°

72%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

76 mm

Rainfall

4.4 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.5

UV Index

Very High

11.3h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

86 Excellent

Comfort

22°

Feels Like Mild

22°C

Temperature

18° – 26°

71%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

51 mm

Rainfall

4.1 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.9

UV Index

Very High

11.9h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

86 Excellent

Comfort

23°

Feels Like Mild

23°C

Temperature

19° – 27°

72%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

53 mm

Rainfall

3.3 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

2.4

UV Index

Extreme

12.4h daylight

November

November is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

84 Excellent

Comfort

24°

Feels Like Warm

24°C

Temperature

21° – 28°

73%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

70 mm

Rainfall

3.5 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

2.7

UV Index

Extreme

13.0h daylight

December

December is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (160 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

76 Very Good

Comfort

26°

Feels Like Warm

26°C

Temperature

22° – 29°

74%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

160 mm

Rainfall

3.2 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

2.9

UV Index

Extreme

13.2h daylight

How to Get to Flic-en-Flac

Flic‑en‑Flac is on Mauritius's west coast; most travellers arrive via Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) near Port Louis and continue overland. Public buses are cheap and frequent; taxis or private transfers are faster and more convenient if you have luggage or tight timing.

By Air

Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Int. (MRU): The main international gateway for Mauritius, MRU (near Port Louis) is about 1-1.5 hours’ drive from Flic‑en‑Flac. Shared airport shuttles/minibuses to the west coast commonly charge around 600-900 MUR per person and take roughly 1-1.5 hours depending on stops. A private taxi from the airport to Flic‑en‑Flac typically costs 1,500-2,500 MUR and takes about 1-1.25 hours; fixed-price transfers can be booked in advance.

Plaine Corail / Rodrigues flights: There are separate services to Rodrigues (if arriving via Rodrigues you will still connect through MRU); onward transfer options from MRU apply as above.

By Train & Bus

Train: Mauritius does not have a regular national passenger rail service; there is no train option to Flic‑en‑Flac.

Bus: Intercity and local buses (run by National Transport Corporation and private operators) connect Port Louis, Quatre Bornes and other towns with Flic‑en‑Flac. Expect fares of roughly 30-100 MUR depending on distance; the trip from Port Louis takes around 1-1.5 hours. Buses are the cheapest option - tickets are bought on board and schedules vary by time of day.

How to Get Around Flic-en-Flac #

Flic-en-Flac is compact and easy to walk along the beachfront and main strip. Public buses connect it with other west-coast towns and Port Louis; fares are inexpensive. Taxis, car rentals and scooter hire are common for getting further afield. Tip: agree fares with taxi drivers before setting off and check return bus schedules during off-season evenings.

Where to Stay in Flic-en-Flac #

Budget

Flic-en-Flac - $25-70/night

Basic guesthouses and a few budget hotels line the coast; truly cheap dorms are rare. Options lean toward small inns rather than hostels.

Merville Beach Hotel - Simple beachfront rooms, family-run tone
Tropical Attitude - Small boutique property near the beach

Mid-Range

Flic-en-Flac - $80-180/night

Comfortable mid-range resorts and family hotels close to the beach; good value outside peak season.

La Pirogue Resort & Spa - Authentic thatched bungalows on the beach
Sands Suites Resort & Spa - Modern suites, family-friendly facilities

Luxury

Flic-en-Flac - $200+/night

Resort-heavy luxury options with full facilities and beach access. Expect higher rates and resort-style dining and activities.

Hilton Mauritius Resort & Spa - Full-service resort with beachfront facilities
Sugar Beach Mauritius (Sun Resorts) - Large resort with extensive amenities

Where to Eat in Flic-en-Flac #

Breakdown of cuisine types found across Flic-en-Flac's restaurants and food venues, based on OpenStreetMap data.

Pizza

Regional

Chinese

Local

Burger

Indian

French

Italian

Seafood

International

Chicken

Fish

Thai

Pasta

Tapas

Sandwich

Italian Pizza

Jus

Cafe

Asian

Nightlife in Flic-en-Flac #

Nightlife in Flic-en-Flac is relaxed and seasonal: beach bars, seafood restaurants and a few late-night venues during high season. Expect a laid-back, holiday atmosphere rather than a city club scene.

Shopping in Flic-en-Flac #

Shopping here focuses on beachwear boutiques, small souvenir stalls and grocery shops serving holidaymakers. For a larger retail experience, nearby shopping centres and markets in the west-coast towns offer more variety.