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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Great hike with amazing view

Dec 06, 2025
It was an awesome experience but the hike is not for beginners. Be prepared for rock climbing type of situation so must have shoes with a good grip. We booked a guide for the hike – Rowin – and the guy was really helpful. He provided clear directions about the path and made sure we stepped on the right places while going up and coming down as well. Would definitely recommend having a guide on this hike since they know the terrain much better than a tourist which is non-negotiable in such a difficult hike. Don’t forget to carry sunscreen and enough water for the 7 km adventure. Enjoy!
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Le Morne Brabant hike

Dec 06, 2025
We had a great time during this hike!! Views were breathtaking. Throughout the guide Rowin was helpful – giving us information and helpful tips on what to do and what not to do. Overall great guy and great adventurous experience!
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Amazing experience of hiking in honey moon!

Dec 02, 2025
That was great experience! We went to waterfalls with Gilles (guide guy) and he was really gentle. He told us about everything, showed us a lot of breathtaking views and made super photos! We are glad to choose this guide!!!!
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Rewarding Hike up Le Morne Brabant!

Dec 01, 2025
We had a great hike up Le Morne Brabant with our very attentive and informative host Rowin! It’s a very humid affair and can be a slippery decent, but Rowin helped us navigate the hike easily and stopped at various points to tell us interesting history about the mountain!
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Great hike to start the day!!

Nov 27, 2025
Great hike with the guide Genri, knowledgeable of the area!
Some steep sections that can be challenging but definitely worth and recommended!!
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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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