Port Louis, Mauritius

Cruise Port

Port Louis

Capital city of Mauritius.

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Overview

Port Louis is a cruise port in Mauritius. It lies on the coast at approximately -20.164, 57.504.

About Port Louis

Port Louis is the capital and most populous city of Mauritius, mainly located in the Port Louis District, with a small western part in the Black River District. Port Louis is the country’s financial and political centre. It is administered by the Municipal City Council of Port Louis. According to the 2018 census conducted by Statistics Mauritius, the population was 147,066.

Overview text adapted from Wikipedia, available under the CC BY-SA license.

Planning a cruise visit

A detailed cruise guide for Port Louis — how to reach the centre from the cruise terminal, what to see on a port day, shopping and local tips — is being added. In the meantime, use the quick facts and map link above to start planning, and always confirm terminal and transport details with your cruise line and the local port authority before you travel.

Around Port Louis

Port Louis Skyline
Port Louis Skyline
Champ de Mars
Champ de Mars
Mauritius port louis
Mauritius port louis
2007-09-09 Mauritius
2007-09-09 Mauritius

Weather & best time to visit

Typically warmest around 29°C in Jan and coolest around 25°C in Jul (average daytime highs).

Jan
29°
24°
Feb
29°
24°
Mar
29°
24°
Apr
28°
24°
May
28°
22°
Jun
26°
20°
Jul
25°
19°
Aug
25°
19°
Sep
26°
20°
Oct
27°
21°
Nov
29°
22°
Dec
29°
23°

Average daily high / low in °C. Source: Open-Meteo.

Where to stay

Staying near Port Louis the night before or after your cruise makes embarkation easier. Browse hotels near the port →

Cruise season & schedules

Which ships call at Port Louis, and when, changes by season. Check the latest arrivals and departures before you plan. See current cruise schedules →