Living in Mauritius
Everyday costs in Mauritius split in two. Local produce, fish and eating out are inexpensive, while imported goods, wine and speciality items carry a noticeable markup. Healthcare is well regarded: the public system is free, and most expats use private hospitals such as C-Care Wellkin in Moka and Clinique Darné, with smaller private clinics in Grand Baie, Tamarin and Flic en Flac. International health insurance is considered essential, and complex cases are sometimes referred to Réunion or South Africa. International schools are concentrated in the north, west and central plateau, including Le Bocage International School near Moka, Northfields International in the north and Westcoast International on the west coast, offering British, French and international curricula. Popular schools fill quickly, so families often let school choice guide where they buy. The expat community is well established and sociable, strongest around Grand Baie in the north and Tamarin and Black River in the west, with large South African and French contingents alongside British residents.
