Tamarind Falls Hike Mauritius: Guided Full-Day with Pools

Seven waterfalls, seven pools, one guided trail through Mauritius forest

A guided full-day hike through Mauritius to the 7 Cascades (Tamarind Falls), where you walk a carefully chosen trail past seven waterfalls and swim in natural pools at the base of each one. The tour includes a professional local guide in English or French, hotel pickup and drop-off in an air-conditioned vehicle, and runs about three hours on the trail itself. A moderate level of fitness is required. The hike suits nature lovers and swimmers who want to move deeper into the island than a standard tour reaches.

The experience

The hike starts from your hotel with pickup in an air-conditioned vehicle and ends the same way. Your guide leads you into the lush forest on a trail that passes seven distinct cascades, each with its own pool. You swim at the base of the waterfalls (the water is clear and cold), and the guide points out the local plants, animals and rock formations along the way. The trail itself takes roughly three hours of walking, with time built in for swimming and rest at the pools.

The group stays small, which means you move at a pace that lets you linger at the viewpoints and hidden spots most tourists miss. Your guide knows which pools are safe for swimming and which sections of the trail need careful footing. Bring a hat, sunscreen, a towel and drinking water. The forest canopy offers shade but the sun reaches the open pools. The hike is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnancy, or poor cardiovascular health. A moderate fitness level is the baseline, and the terrain is uneven in places.

Photography happens naturally along the way. The waterfalls and forest light give plenty of material. The whole day (pickup, hike, swim, return) fits into an afternoon, so you're back at your hotel with time to rest before dinner.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• professional local guide in English or French.
• swimming in natural pools at each of the seven cascades.
• access to all viewpoints and hidden spots along the trail.

Options for this experience

2 options

Mauritius 7 Cascades (Tamarind Falls) with guide and hotel transfer includedGuide in English or French · 08:30, 08:50 and 13:00Pickup is included

LanguagesGuide in English or French · 08:30, 08:50 and 13:00Pickup is included

You pick the guide language when booking.

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesMonday to FridayDepartures at 08:30, 08:50 and 13:00

Book up to2d before

AgesAdult (13 to 70 years) · Child (10 to 12 years) · Infant (under 1)

GroupUp to 20

Live guideEnglish and French

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 7 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical levelNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

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Is this one for you?Book this if you want to swim at multiple waterfalls rather than see them from a distance, and if a guided trail with a local who knows the forest beats navigating alone. The small group size and fixed itinerary mean you move at a steady pace and don't wait for stragglers: ideal if you want to maximize time in the water and minimize time on logistics.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and French.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (10 to 12 years); Infant (under 1).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is the 7 Cascades hike actually like on the ground?

The 7 Cascades trail passes seven separate waterfalls, each dropping into a natural pool where you can swim. The walk is steady and takes about three hours, moving through forest with uneven footing in places. Your guide leads you to viewpoints and quieter spots, and you stop to swim and rest at each cascade.

Do I need to be very fit to do this hike?

A moderate level of fitness is required. You'll be walking uphill and downhill on an uneven trail for three hours with swimming breaks. The hike is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnancy, or poor cardiovascular health. If you can walk steadily for a few hours and are comfortable in water, you can do it.

What's included in the price, and what do I need to bring?

Hotel pickup and drop-off, the guide, the air-conditioned vehicle, and access to all seven cascades are included. Bring a hat, sunscreen, a towel and drinking water. The guide provides expertise and safe passage. You provide the swimsuit and the willingness to get wet.

Can I choose between English and French for the guide?

Yes, the guide speaks both English and French, and you choose your language when you book.

How many people go on this hike?

The group is kept small for a more personalized experience, with a minimum of two participants. Small groups move at a steadier pace and let you spend real time at each waterfall instead of rushing through.