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Guided Hike at Tamarind Falls – Half Day
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Tour Summary
Duration:
3 hours
Group:
2-12
Tour Type:
Daily Tour
Difficulty:
Moderate
Transport:
Shuttle Available at Extra Cost
Distance:
5.5 Km
About the Tour
Discover one of Mauritius’ most spectacular natural sites with a hike to Tamarind Falls, also known as the “7 Cascades.” Hidden in the island’s lush interior, this trail leads you through tropical forest, sugarcane fields, and down into a canyon where some of the tallest waterfalls of Mauritius await.
Over about three hours, you’ll explore five of the thirteen waterfalls that make up this stunning site, including the famous Tamarind Falls with a total height of nearly 300 meters. Along the way, enjoy breathtaking views of surrounding mountains, rivers, and gorges.
Take the chance to swim in natural rock pools carved by the cascades, and let your guide share stories about Mauritius’ history as well as insights into its unique flora and fauna.
The hike is accessible to most but includes some steep and rugged sections, making it a rewarding adventure for nature lovers and anyone wishing to experience a wilder side of Mauritius.
What’s Included?
Professional Guide
Safety briefing and support throughout the activity
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 Henrietta Bus Station for a short safety briefing before starting your adventure. - Hike to the canyon (30 min)
Walk through sugarcane fields to reach the entrance of the canyon, enjoying scenic views of the surrounding landscape. - First waterfalls & swim (1h)
Make your way down into the canyon. After about 30 minutes of hiking, reach the first waterfalls and take a refreshing swim in the natural rock pools. - Discover more cascades (1h)
Continue along the trail to explore several more waterfalls, admire the lush vegetation, and learn about the flora, fauna, and history of Mauritius from your guide. - Main Tamarind Falls (30–40 min)
End your hike at the most impressive waterfall, Tamarind Falls, standing as the tallest waterfall system on the island. After enjoying the scenery, head back to your starting point.
Highlights
- Guided hike to Tamarind Falls, the tallest waterfall system in Mauritius
- Discover 5 of the 13 breathtaking waterfalls in the area
- Walk through lush tropical forest
- Learn about local plants, animals, and history from your guide
- Swim in refreshing natural rock pools along the way
- Enjoy panoramic views of mountains, rivers, and valleys
What to bring?
- Comfortable hiking shoes with good grip
- Swimwear & towel (for swimming in natural pools)
- Light sportswear (preferably quick-dry)
- Sun protection: hat, sunscreen, sunglasses
- Reusable water bottle (1.5L minimum)
- Snack or energy bar
- Small backpack for personal belongings
- Insect repellent
Not suitable for
- Pregnant women
- People with serious back, knee, or heart problems
- People with limited mobility
- Children under 10 years old
Meeting Point
Please note that the meeting point is not the actual starting point of the hike. Once all participants have arrived, you will need to follow the guide—either in your taxi or rental car—to the trailhead, located approximately 1.5 km away.
Know before you go
- Duration: around 3 hours (moderate hike)
- Activity subject to weather conditions
- Some sections can be steep and slippery
- Wildlife sightings are common but not guaranteed
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- The trail includes steep inclines, rocky descents, and uneven terrain. Some sections require using your hands for balance. Good fitness and strong knees are essential
- 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:
Wild South with Yanature
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.
Great Experience with Yanature and Henry
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.
Family fun time on the river
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.
Amazing- very beginner friendly
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.
Great photo shoot in a wonderful place!
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! 🙂
₨2,000
Full 100% Deposit Required
This booking is made on request
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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.
