Kayak at Sunset on the Tamarin River

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Tour Summary

Duration

Duration:
1.5 hours

Group

Group:
2-12

Tour Type

Tour Type:
Small Group

Difficulty

Difficulty:
Easy

Transport

Transport:
Shuttle Available at Extra Cost

Distance

Distance:
4km

About the Tour

The west coast is known for its beautiful sunsets, which adorn the late afternoon sky with its warm colors of all shades of yellows, oranges, and reds. Experiencing the kayak trip in the late afternoon on the Tamarin River is exceptional.

As the sun approaches the horizon, we row toward the heart of the river, towards the North.
Everything calms down, and this silence is only interrupted by the last songs of birds.

With a cold drink in hand, we marvel at the thousands of colorful reflections. Then the show can begin with the golden sunset and the genesis of a sweet tropical night.

What’s Included?

Professional Guide

Professional Guide

Dry bag for your belongings

Dry bag for your belongings

Kayaking equipment

Kayaking equipment

Safety boat

Safety boat

Why Yanature?

Pionneer in the hiking and trekking tourism sector

In Mauritius since January 2004

We are friends and passionate mountain lovers

Our desire to bring people on discovery

Excursions in the wilderness is what we live for

Fast, friendly support you can count on

What you’ll do

  • Welcome & briefing (10 min)
    Meet your guide at Tamarin Bay for a quick safety briefing and introduction to your kayak.

  • Paddle upstream (30 min)
    Glide into the calm waters of the river, leaving the ocean behind. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and observe the evening wildlife along the riverbanks.

  • Sunset on the river (30 min)
    Pause mid-river with a refreshing drink in hand as the sky turns golden and fiery. Admire the stunning reflections on the water and the silhouettes of surrounding mountains.

  • Return downstream (20 min)
    Paddle back at a relaxed pace, soaking in the last colors of the sunset as the tropical night begins.

Highlights

  • Guided sunset kayak tour on the Tamarin River
  • Admire breathtaking views of the west coast sky in shades of gold, orange and red
  • Paddle in peaceful surroundings as the river quiets down for the evening
  • Spot birds and wildlife in the soft evening light
  • Relax with a refreshing drink while watching the sun set

What to bring?

  • Comfortable clothes (quick-dry if possible)
  • Swimwear (optional, in case you want to get wet)
  • Towel & change of clothes
  • Sun protection (hat, sunscreen, sunglasses with strap)
  • Reusable water bottle
  • Waterproof phone case (optional)

Not suitable for

  • Children under 8 years old
  • Pregnant women
  • People with serious back or neck problems
  • People who cannot swim
  • People with limited mobility (getting in and out of the kayak is required)

Meeting Point

The meeting point is at the Veranda Tamarin boat house. Your guide will be wearing a green t-shirt with “Yanature” written on it.

Know before you go

  • No prior kayaking experience is required – your guide will give you a full briefing before we start.
  • The activity is suitable for most fitness levels, but you should be comfortable on the water.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Life jackets are provided and must be worn during the tour.
  • Wildlife sightings are common but can’t be guaranteed.
  • The tour may be rescheduled or adapted in case of strong wind, heavy rain, or unsafe river conditions.

What people say about us:

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Le Morne with Paj

Feb 04, 2026
We had an absolutely fantastic experience hiking Le Morne under Paj’s guidance. Paj was extremely kind, professional, and explained everything clearly and patiently. Thanks to his calm approach and excellent leadership, even less experienced members of our group managed the hike comfortably.

What made the tour even more special was Paj’s knowledge of Mauritian flora. Along the way, he shared many interesting facts and insights that enriched the experience.

I would also like to highlight the early start time of the hike, which was a brilliant decision. We were the very first group to begin and reached the summit about 30 minutes before everyone else. Experiencing the top of Le Morne in complete peace, almost alone, was absolutely phenomenal. Later on, the summit becomes very crowded, which makes it much harder to fully enjoy the moment or take great photos. This early start made all the difference.

Thank you once again for an unforgettable experience. I would happily go on another hike with Paj anytime and highly recommend him to anyone considering Le Morne.

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a relaxing paddle up the river

Feb 03, 2026
Our guide Eliza was efficient at getting us on to the water and we had a very pleasant paddle up the river in a tandem kayak.

You don't need to be an experienced kayaker. The other couple with us weren't and they managed fine.

It was low tide and the river was quite low in places, but it didn't cause any big issue.

Do wear factor 50 suncream and a hat or you will get tosted. Take water as well.

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Swifts on holiday

Feb 02, 2026
Climbing Le Morne was spectacular & our guide Henri was superb translating every detail for us as we were the only English climbers. A great experience made all the better by Henri, thank you from Rob&Amy Cambridge
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Worth getting up for

Jan 30, 2026
The tour definitely worth getting up for! Henri, our guide, was outstanding! He assisted us in the bit more challenging parts and he gave some fun infos on the way.
The morning hike feels unique as we did not meet any other people. Definitely a go to experience!!!
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Beautiful visit of the Morne with a great guide

Jan 29, 2026
We loved our hiking of the Morne with Paj. He is a super guide who explained everything to us.
He was friendly and interesting. I highly recommend this company and Paj. Thank you
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A cancellation fee of 50% of the total price is asked for bookings cancelled on the day preceding the hike and 100% on the day.

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Kayak at Sunset on the Tamarin River
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Date
Thursday, Jul 17, 2025
10:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Guests
1 adult
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Price details
$52.91 x 1 adult $52.91
Total USD $52.91

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