Using Google Offline Maps is essential in Mauritius — perfect for areas with patchy signal like Le Morne, Chamarel, or the east coast during boat trips.

How to Download an Offline Map (iPhone or Android)

Open Google Maps Tap your profile photo (top-right) Select Offline maps Tap Select your own map Zoom to the area you want (e.g. whole island) Tap Download Maps will now work without data or Wi-Fi

What Offline Maps Still Allow You to Do

Turn-by-turn driving navigation View restaurants, beaches, viewpoints Use saved lists Use GPS location tracking (no signal needed!)

What Doesn’t Work Offline

Live traffic Live public transport Real-time business info (opening hours, reviews may be outdated)

Tip for Mauritius

✔️ Download the entire island – it’s small enough to fit in one offline map.

✔️ Also download Port Louis and your resort area separately for backup.

✔️ Save key locations (hotels, beaches, kitesurf spots, attractions) into a List before you go offline.