Kayak at Sunrise on the Tamarin River

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Tour Summary

Duration

Duration:
1.5 hour

Group

Group:
2-12

Tour Type

Tour Type:
Small Group

Difficulty

Difficulty:
Easy

Transport

Transport:
Shuttle Available at Extra Cost

Distance

Distance:
4 km

About the Tour

Recharge your energy with the natural beauty and positive vibes of an early morning kayaking adventure on the river.

We begin at dawn in Tamarin Bay, where the river meets the sea, paddling as the sun rises and its golden light reflects on the calm, mirror-like water. This breathtaking scenery, with the sun emerging behind the Rempart and 3 Mamelles mountains, offers a serene sanctuary of birds, wildlife, and untouched beauty.

The experience will conclude back at our starting point, leaving you refreshed and inspired.

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 at dawn for a quick safety briefing and introduction to your kayak. Learn the basics of kayaking before setting off.
  • Paddle upstream (30 min)
    Glide through calm waters as the sun begins to rise. Enjoy the peaceful surroundings while spotting birds and other wildlife along the riverbanks.
  • Explore & learn (30 min)
    Continue paddling while putting your new kayaking skills into practice. Listen to stories about the history of Tamarin from your local guide, and admire the golden light reflecting on the water.
  • Return downstream (20 min)
    Paddle back at a relaxed pace, soaking in the morning tranquility and the stunning scenery of Rempart and 3 Mamelles mountains.
  • Wrap-up (5–10 min)
    Arrive back at the starting point, where your guide will help you out of the kayaks and share any final insights or tips about the river and its surroundings.

Highlights

  • Guided early morning kayak tour on the Tamarin River
  • Paddle as the sun rises over the Rempart and 3 Mamelles mountains
  • Enjoy peaceful, calm waters with reflections like a mirror
  • Spot birds and wildlife in their natural habitat
  • Learn the basics of kayaking and put your new knowledge into practice
  • Hear stories about the history of Tamarin from a local tour guide
  • Experience a refreshing start to the day surrounded by untouched nature

What to bring?

  • Comfortable, quick-dry clothes or light sportswear
  • Swimwear (optional)
  • Towel & change of clothes
  • Sun protection: hat, sunscreen, sunglasses
  • Reusable water bottle
  • Waterproof phone case (optional, for photos)
  • Light jacket or windbreaker (early morning can be cool)

Not suitable for

  • Pregnant women
  • People with serious back or knee problems
  • People with limited mobility
  • People over 100kg

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

  • Activity is subject to weather conditions
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Basic swimming skills recommended
  • The guide will be the only contact person on the day of the tour, you will receive the guide’s contact details upon booking or on the eve of the activity date by email (make sure to check your spams if you did not receive the email)

What people say about us:

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Wild South with Yanature

Dec 18, 2025
This one was amazing – walking along the cliffside to reach the Cascade Mamazelle. But the cherry on the top was going down to the natural pool right next to the ocean with waves crashing right next to it. Did this trek with Henry again post the Black sea over Trek. And Henry was very helpful in guiding us to the right spot and ensuring safety all along. Thank you Henry, Yanature – see you guys someday soon again.
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Great Experience with Yanature and Henry

Dec 18, 2025
Loved the experience with Henry – who paced our trek very well, was very knowledgeable and ensured that everyone in the group was well taken care of and left fully satisfied and with a smile on their face. The forest itself is amazing – a living ecosystem of greens. And the hike was a 6km loop with an elevation gain of 300m with good views – with the ascent in the first half with a gradual descent in the second half.
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Family fun time on the river

Dec 16, 2025
Enjoyed the time with Eliza on the river. She was great with the kids and made the experience fun for all of us. We arrived early and had coffee at the shop up the street. Then got the kids ready and went on the river. The first part was a bit of work but after 5 minutes it was smooth sailing.
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Amazing- very beginner friendly

Dec 14, 2025
My guide was Henri and he was amazing. Though I was a complete beginner and didn’t know how to use mountain bike, he was patient in teaching. He took his time and didn’t rush us. The tour was amazing and is very beginner friendly.
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Great photo shoot in a wonderful place!

Dec 12, 2025
This adventure turned out to be one of the most exciting and memorable experiences I've had on the island! Our guide, Paj, was there to help us along the entire route. He told us about the waterfalls, answered all our questions, and took lots of amazing photos! This is important to me, as I am traveling alone. This wasn't just an organized tour on paved paths, but a true jungle trek! 🙂
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Cancellation policy

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 Sunrise on the Tamarin River
Kayak at Sunrise on the Tamarin River
This reservation is non-refundable.
Date
Thursday, Jul 17, 2025
10:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Guests
1 adult
Hotel Pickup Shuttle
Price details
$52.91 x 1 adult $52.91
Total USD $52.91

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