Christophe
@xtf
Mauritian citizen
Forum posts
190
Contacts
33
About me
Mauritian
Lives in 4 Bornes et Mahebourg
Speaks Francais, Anglais
Registration: 06 January 2012
Squash and Hockey by Alexjohnson56
Hi everyone, I'm moving to Mauritius with the family in August from Belgium (though I'm British and my wife is French) and wondered whether anyone could tell me whether there is a lively community of people playing a) squash and b) field hockey? We ...
Hi,I understand that there are brand new squash courts coming soon in Tamarin with the opening of RM club next to the shopping centre at the entrance of Tamarin. In the meantime you have two old playable courts at Le Tamarin Chambre d'hotes of Jean ... Read More
Motorbike driving school by billalkajee
Does anyone know of any motorbike / motorcycle driving school contact details.
@xtfHi, my husband is due to take his test in July.聽Can't find any motoebike school near Rose Hill. He is only able to learn on Sundays due to work commitments, can you please help. PS 2nd test but layout has changed. -@HazelkayHi @Hazelkay, ... Read More
Gymkhana Club is only open for their membership member? by coolinny
I've been lived near Gymkhana club, one day I wonder Can I get to Gymkhana without a membership for table tennis or swimming and I emailed them but I didn't get any feedback from them.anybody knows it?
Hi Coolinny,For what I know and unless they changed their policy, you will need a memberhip to use the facilities of the Gymkhana Club. Other way is to get invited by a member for an activity. Read More
Motorbike driving school by billalkajee
Does anyone know of any motorbike / motorcycle driving school contact details.
@BhavnaYes there are.NAGA MOTO RIDING SCHOOL(Ark Driving Centre Co Ltd)There was also Roz Hill motorcycle riding school but it seems that they no longer operate as I can't find their FB page anymore.Anyway if someone want to know about the test and ... Read More
Motorbike driving school by billalkajee
Does anyone know of any motorbike / motorcycle driving school contact details.
Hi everyone. I have completed my A1 motorcycle license in december 2022 and now I am on course for the A2.The driving test for motorcycle is the same for A1, A2 and A3 in Mauritius. Test is divided in 2 parts. First part is what they call the slow ... Read More
Wine Tasting Club by lejekan
I love sampling wine聽 but unfortunately haven't done much of that as I am new here and haven't made聽 friends yet. Would like to form a small circle of friends whom we can have informal tastings with from time to time . Basically, each ...
Hello everyone. Great idea ! Wine aficionados here also :-)I would love to share some reviews and assist in the club creation.Let me know how can I assist and most of all, when we start tasting :-) Read More
E-registry by Isabel31000
Hi everyone, I am going to purchase a new car and I was wondering if I can use the eregistry.govmu.org to make my new car registration. Did someone try it already? Did it work well? If someone have a feedback on this matter I would be grateful.
Hi Isabel31000, Do not use eregistry.govmu.org to do your new car registration. This online service is not ready yet. Xtf Read More
Wondering about the cost of medical care in Mauritius. by Nvanderlinden
We are a family of 4, currently living in Canada, and wanting to make a permanent move to Mauritius. One of the big question marks is the cost of medical care. Question: 1 - what is the average cost of local medical care for a family of 4? I know ...
Hi Nvanderlinden, You will definitely want an insurance cover in Mauritius as I think as an expat you will opt out for care in private clinics rather than our public hospital after seeing the state and the service level of our public health ... Read More
Fitness Lovers in Mauritius by GuestPoster361
Hi, I鈥檓 a Ghanaian who just moved to Mauritius from Dubai due to work. I鈥檓 currently living in Rose Hill. The weather is really amazing馃槏 I鈥檓 a certified Fitness Trainer and i鈥檓 looking forward to meet fitness ...
Hi Georgouz, Just seeing your post now. If you are in Rose Hill, you have Ebene which is near, then visit Imotion Gym located in the Nexteracom Tower. Small gym but great coaches and great atmosphere ! Read More
Chiropractors by VivvZ
Hi there Can anyone tell me what the average cost of a chiropractic appointment is please? Many thanks Viv
Hi Viv, The one following me is base in Port Louis and he charges Rs 900 per appointment. Cheers ! Xtf Read More
Anyone for a serious squash game? by paulamilligan
HI My husband plays Business League Gauteng/Johannesburg (SA) squash ..... lives and breathes the game!! We arrive in Mauritius from 21 July 2017 and will probably be staying in the Black River area - so not sure where there are squash courts on ...
Hi Paula, In the Black River area you will find 2 squash courts at the squash club managed by Jean Pierre Florens. I usually play there with friends on the Wednesdays at 7.30pm. However I have the feeling that your husband is playing at a good ... Read More
Good Asian restaurants
Hello ! For Dim Sum try Royal Choice in Roches Brunes - Beau Bassin on saturday or sunday. For general chinese food : City Orient in Port Louis Korean : Kimchi House also in Port Louis Tchussss !!! Xtf Read More
Price of Payroll software by srambaran
I would like to build a software that manages payroll for my business. It needs to print mauritian forms (tax form, TEWF forms etc) as well as payslips for my employees. It doesn't need to record lateness of my staff but should allow me to ...
Hi Srambaram, Try to contact Uniconsult. They are the editor of a dedicated payroll software called Sycorax used by most of the Mauritian company. Xtf Read More
Sports in Mauritius by Priscilla
Hello everyone, The Olympic Games are now just a few days away and we would like to talk about sports. What sports are the most popular and/or unusual in Mauritius? Are sports facilities easily accessible there? Where and how can one find ...
The most popular sport here in Mauritius is definitely football (soccer) either to play or to watch from your sofa :-) Trail running is gaining more and more popularity here in Mauritius with regular races whole through the year (almost one per ... Read More
Local Medical Aid Scheme
Hi, Here are the main ones which Mauritians usually subscribes to ... Read More
LOOKING FOR PALETTES AND CAISSE EN BOIS !!!!!!!PLEASE by koutnaa
hello everyone, my name is Katia, i am looking for palettes and caisse en bois!!!!!!! if anyone knows where i can find it please let me know, it for making some furniture for ours new place . thank you very much, Katia. Bonjour tous le monde, ...
Hi, For palette you can see at SKC Surat & Co Ltd Localisation : https://www.google.com/maps/place/SKC+Surat+%26+Co.+Ltd./@-20.2977468,57.5371396,15z/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x0:0x1e1a5c00f60ea1e0 They sell their palettes depending on the quality. ... Read More
poetry night by Insh
hey guys, A couple of friends and i were discussing starting a small spoken word/poetry night this Friday. Just wondering how many of you would be interested in such an evening,either sharing some of your poetry or spoken word pieces or simply ...
Hey Insh, That's a great news! Am doing and organizing some slam poetry events down here . It would be great to get in touch! That sounds already great!!! Let's catch up PM and see how we can get this thing on :) Cheers, Giovanni Hope Read More
SPORT in MAURITIUS- professional or amateur by Taisia
Hello Everyone,,,,
Hi Taisia, Are you looking for a full time job or fitness centre where you could you work in partnership as a freelance by organizing collective classes of the activities you mentioned ? Xtf Read More
Searching for volunteered coaches / volunteers for soccer school by xtf
Hello, I have a friend who setup an association with the purpose of creating different schools for sport. The first school established is a soccer school which is held every Saturday mornings on the soccer field of Ebene. Today, the school has ...
Hi Kam, Like the post mentioned, if you like soccer and got some solid technical skills of the sport and would like to share your passion to younger ones, you can help us by coaching the kids. Cheers. Xtf Read More
Searching for volunteered coaches / volunteers for soccer school by xtf
Hello, I have a friend who setup an association with the purpose of creating different schools for sport. The first school established is a soccer school which is held every Saturday mornings on the soccer field of Ebene. Today, the school has ...
Hi, Ok no probs. Thx a lot for your help. XtfSorry have spoken to the guy and he is so busy with work and still doing other volunteering on a Saturday, but will keep your details and if he gets time I will put you in contact with him. Good luck Read More
Searching for volunteered coaches / volunteers for soccer school by xtf
Hello, I have a friend who setup an association with the purpose of creating different schools for sport. The first school established is a soccer school which is held every Saturday mornings on the soccer field of Ebene. Today, the school has ...
Hi, For the moment, the children are divided into 2 groups - under 10 year old and over 10 years old. We would like to have an intermediate category - from 10 to 13 years old but we are missing coaches / volunteers to do so. The soccer school start ... Read More
Searching for volunteered coaches / volunteers for soccer school by xtf
Hello, I have a friend who setup an association with the purpose of creating different schools for sport. The first school established is a soccer school which is held every Saturday mornings on the soccer field of Ebene. Today, the school has ...
This is great Rosiewestie ! Thx a lot :-) Xtf Read More
Searching for volunteered coaches / volunteers for soccer school
Hello, I have a friend who setup an association with the purpose of creating different schools for sport. The first school established is a soccer school which is held every Saturday mornings on the soccer field of Ebene. Today, the school has ... Read More
Zumba Fitness by Kartex
Hi everyone, Does anyone know of any Zumba workout classes anywhere on the island? cheers :)
Hi Kartex, You may also have a look at imotiongym.com Cheers ! Read More
Looking for squash court / partner by tram
Is anyone interested in a game of squash? I'm in Beau Bassin, but have car and will travel. I even have a spare raquet, but I have no idea where any courts are. And as for my squash standard, I'm more enthusiastic than talented (by a wide ...
Hi everyone, I play every saturday morning in Phoenix with someone but I would not mind having other people joining us as my partner is not available every saturdays. Contact me by private message if you are interested. Xtf Read More
Squash
Hi, I've got at my disposal a squash court every saturdays from 11am to 13pm in Phoenix. I am currently looking for persons interested in practising and playing this great game. Plz contact me by private message should you be interested. Xtf Read More
Basketball in Mauritius for youth by screw18
I would Like to Organise basketball for youth in Mauritius those something like that already exist. If yes does somebody have contact number,email or adresse. A bit about me i`ve been playing basketball & american football in europe on a high ...
Hi, There is an interest in basketball in Mauritius. However the golden age of this sport here was during the 90's. There is still a men's league running but with not a lot of team competing into it and with not a lot of followers. The Mauritian ... Read More
Basketball in Mauritius for youth by screw18
I would Like to Organise basketball for youth in Mauritius those something like that already exist. If yes does somebody have contact number,email or adresse. A bit about me i`ve been playing basketball & american football in europe on a high ...
Hi Screw18, I'm in partnership with some friends in a gym based in Ebene, Mauritius and we are currently expending our activities. In conjunction with our expansion, we have just started a soccer school and a basketball school for youngsters from 8 ... Read More
Squash Courts
Hi In Port Louis at http://www.ispaclub.com/squash.php Enjoy your squash !! Xtf I have tried to find a squash court in North Mauritius (near Grand Bay) but no success. Some Hotel may have a court but they don't people staying at the hotel ... Read More
Excel 2010 courses and certification
Hi, Have a look @ following link : http://www.nuclei.mu/ Hope it helps. Xtf Read More
Where to find organic/natural products?
Hi, I know in Ebene you have an organic shop. It is in the Nexteracom Towers health center on the 1st floor. The Nexteracom Towers are located just behind the Ebene Way supermarket. Are there any stores that sell things like aloe vera juice, ... Read More
Shisha in mahebourg by Guest9383
Anyone know where to purchase the Tabaco ?
I remember the price in Port Louis. Last time I was there it was 80Rs/unit for charcoal and between 125Rs to 200Rs/unit for the tobacco packs depending on the brand. It may have change since last time I was there. I don't remember the prices in ... Read More
Shisha in mahebourg by Guest9383
Anyone know where to purchase the Tabaco ?
Hi, I also live in the south near Mahebourg. I don't know any places in the south where you can get tobacco for shisha so this is why I usually go to Port Louis or Quatres bornes to purchase my stock of tobacco. I prefer to go to Port Louis because ... Read More
Shisha in mahebourg by Guest9383
Anyone know where to purchase the Tabaco ?
Hi, I usually purchase my stock of tobacco in a famous local cafe located in Plaine Verte Port Louis. You can send me a private message if you are interested to know the exact name. Read More
TENNIS/Gyms
Hello! I was wondering if tennis is popular in Mauritius and if there are courts located around the island? If so, do they tend to be courts belonging to sports clubs, private courts, or are there public courts as well? Also, what are the gyms ... Read More
Visiting south of Madagascar
Hi I've been living here for a while and my friend actually drives tourists up & down the RN7 and I know some nice places. So, if you are still looking for a car with driver/tourist guide, let me know Best SandraHi Sandra, Thx for your answer. ... Read More
Visiting south of Madagascar
Hello, My name is Christophe and I am Mauritian. I am coming as a tourist in Madagascar during the first 2 weeks of September (from 3 to 16) and I will visit the south of the island starting from Antananarivo. I have check some guide book and the ... Read More
Looking to buy car by daisymay2
Hoping to buy a second hand car, preferably a Hyundai Atos from year 2008 onwards. I realize they are not cheap in Mauritius as they are in the UK, but can anyone give any rough idea of price and which is the best way to go about this? I have ...
Thanks but I really want a manual gearbox! :)[Moderated: Please communicate by PM] Read More
gYM near albion
Hi, I don't know if this one is the nearest to Albion but it is in Ebene at 30 minnutes from Albion. imotiongym.com Cheers Read More
Looking for friends in Mauritius by Tura
Hello, am new in Mauritius and currently looking to meet up with girls already there. thanks and regards Ruta
Hi, I would advised you to go to Kenzi Bar at Flic en Flac on Friday or Saturday night to meet people. Cheers and welcome to Mauritius Read More
Apartment to rent as from begining of May 2012
Hi, I currently live and rent an apartment in Flic en Flac but intends to relocate by the end of April. I'm looking for a new tenant for my landlord who is not in Mauritius. The apartment has two bedrooms with two bathrooms (one per room), large ... Read More
Quality? by CourtinUSVI
Good Afternoon, I am moving to Mauritius along with my husband and five yr old son this August. I am wondering if someone can tell me about: 1. The quality of health care on the island? We currently live in St Thomas, Virgin Islands and it's not ...
Hello Hope your preparations to come to Mauritius are going well. Here are some answers which I hope will help you : 1. The quality of health care on the island? In Mauritius you have 2 type of health care : public and private. Public hospital are ... Read More
Kenzi Bar tonight!
Hi. Just saw your post now for a sunday drinks at Kenzi :-( Hope you enjoyed your stay here in Mauritius and meet a lot of nice people. See you around soon !!! Read More
meet up flic en flac?
Hi Jennie, Welcome to Mauritius, hope your vacation are going well. If you want to meet expat I recommend you go to the Kenzi Bar tonight or tomorrow night. You'll find a lot of people to meet there. Cheers. Read More
Leisure Courses - anyone know of any? by Rosiewestie
A friend and I are looking to do some sort of Leisure course during the week - i.e. Painting, Interior Design, crafts etc etc. It can be an hour or two, half day or full day. Any area from Tamarin to Quatre B - radius I have searched on here and ...
Hello, For photography lesson you can contact Shamsheed Sobha on 2860283 or 7655030. If you wish you can contact me in private by email and I'll send you it's pdf leaflet. Read More
Personal Trainer - Required by AusItal
I wonder if anyone can help me in finding a personal trainer. I live in Black River area. I would like to meet with him/her about 2/3 times a week after working hours around 4pm. If you are a PT or know of one, please contact me on 734 0978 or ...
Hi Ausltal, You can contact Ugo Dalais on the 2502981. He is a gym manager in Ebene but he also does personal training. Even if he can't do your personal training, he can refer you to someone else. Cheers. Read More
Buying Alcohol in Mauritius by Ian1980
Dear All, I was wondering if anyone on the forum may be able to help me! I'm getting married in Mauritius in August of this year and the hotel have agreed that I can bring in my own alcohol. This could work in my favour and I'm looking to source ...
Hi, In Mauritius you will find 2 big beer manufacturers : Phoenix beverages and Stag Beverages The companies hereunder are the main actors on the local market in terms of imports and distribution of wine and spirits: 1. Grays 2. Oxenham 4. ... Read More
Connecting - music and Pilates by mishkj
Hi there! My family and I have finally decided to make the move over to the Mauritius, hopefully by September this year. Yay!! :) It looks like the North of the island is suited to us, we visited a couple of schools with our 14 year old and ...
Hi there! My family and I have finally decided to make the move over to the Mauritius, hopefully by September this year. Yay!! :) It looks like the North of the island is suited to us, we visited a couple of schools with our 14 year old and ... Read More