Tamarind Falls hiking tour in Mauritius: 7 Cascades with guide

Waterfalls and forest pools on a half-day trek through Mauritius's interior

A half-day hiking tour to Tamarind Falls (also called 7 Cascades) in Mauritius with an experienced guide, private hotel transfer, and homemade snacks. You hike through tropical forest, discover meandering rivers and waterfalls, swim in natural basins, and learn about the area's history, plants and wildlife. The trek lasts about three hours and suits hikers of all levels with moderate fitness.

The experience

The hike starts with hotel pickup between 7am and 8am, depending on where you're staying. Your guide leads you through lush forest toward the first few of the seven cascades, pointing out endemic plants and the area's history as you walk. The terrain is relatively easy, but you'll be moving through forest and over uneven ground for the full three hours, so a moderate level of fitness matters.

Along the route you'll cross meandering rivers and reach waterfalls where you can swim in the natural basins. Bring a change of clothes if you want to take a dip without soaking everything else. The guide carries homemade local snacks and bottled water, which you'll eat during the trek. By the end you've seen only the first few of the seven falls, not all of them, but you've covered the main attractions and had time to absorb the views without rushing.

The half-day format means you're back at your hotel by early afternoon, leaving the rest of your day free. Private transfer is included, so there's no waiting for a group van or coordinating your own ride.

What’s included

• A three-hour guided trek with an experienced guide who speaks English or French.
• private hotel pickup and return transfer.
• homemade local snacks and bottled water during the hike.

Before you book

Days and timesMonday to SaturdayDeparts at 08:00

Book up to2d before

GroupUp to 10

Live guideEnglish and French

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical levelNot for heart conditions

Operated by Bonjour Mauritius

Is this one for you?Pick this if you want a guided hike through interior forests and waterfalls as a half-day trip with hotel pickup included, rather than arranging your own transport and navigation.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and French.

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.

How difficult is the hike to Tamarind Falls?

The trek is relatively easy and suitable for hikers of all fitness levels, as long as you have moderate cardiovascular health and fitness. The hike lasts about three hours over forest terrain with uneven ground, so you'll need to be comfortable walking at a steady pace.

What waterfalls do I see on this hike?

Tamarind Falls is also known as 7 Cascades because of the seven waterfalls in the area, but this half-day trek covers only the first few of them. You'll reach multiple waterfalls where you can swim in natural basins along the way.

Is swimming included in the hike?

You can swim in the natural basins at the waterfalls if you choose to. Bring a change of clothes so you can dry off without soaking your hiking gear, since a towel and bathing suit are not provided.

What time does the tour start and how long does it take?

Pickup happens between 7am and 8am depending on your hotel location. The trek itself lasts about three hours, and you'll be back at your hotel by early afternoon.

What's included in the tour price?

The tour includes the three-hour guided hike, private hotel transfer to and from your hotel, an experienced guide who speaks English or French, and homemade local snacks plus bottled water during the trek.