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?

Pioneers in the outdoor 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.

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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:

Voyager33700257652

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Beautiful and Pleasant

May 07, 2026

Amazing experience. Quote begineer friendly. Shoutout to Mr Paj for helping us through and through. He is an exceptional guide and this wouldnt have been possible without him. All in all a 10/10 experience. Definitely recommended if you have the time. Beautiful views.

Twinkle A

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My first ever hike at Le Morne Brabant

May 07, 2026

Paj from Yanature was a wonderful and patient guide. It was my first trek ever and I could do it because he guided me at every step. He took us to most of the viewpoints on Le Morne Brabant and also taught us about the various plants and fauna on the way.
Great positive attitude and a v helpful guide!

elsjeschreuder

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Must do Waterfalls 💦

May 03, 2026

This is a must do in Mauritius! Most beautiful hike, with stunning vistas and gorgeous pools to swim in below the waterfalls. Paj was an excellent guide, had great knowledge of the fauna and flora and ensured our every (slippery) step was safe.

MateuszAndrzejewicz

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Great hike

May 01, 2026

Great guided tour with Rowin to the top of the mountain. Very insightful on hiking techniques and local history. Rowin was also great at chatting about life and day-to-day topic of Mauritius.
The hike is technically demanding but worth the effort. Recommend having good non slippery shoes and flexible shorts.

Aleksandrs J

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Great activity for everyone

Apr 30, 2026

It was an amazing and fun trip!
Really recommend Theo as guide, he shared some cool insights and made us all laugh a lot! 10/10experience

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₨2,000

Full 100% Deposit Required

This booking is made on request

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Cancellation policy

We understand plans can change.

Cancellations made more than 48 hours before the tour are free of charge.
Within 24–48 hours of the tour incur a 50% fee.
Within 24 hours of the tour are non-refundable (100% fee).

In case of unsafe weather conditions, tours may be rescheduled or fully refunded.

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Guided Hike at Tamarind Falls – Half Day

What is Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best?

Tour Summary

About the Tour

What’s Included?

Why Yanature?

What you’ll do

Highlights

What to bring?

Not suitable for

Meeting Point

Know before you go

What people say about us:

Where you’ll be?

Cancellation policy

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