Kayak at Sunset on the Tamarin River

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Tour Summary

Duration

Duration:
1.5 hours

Group

Group:
2-12

Tour Type

Tour Type:
Small Group

Difficulty

Difficulty:
Easy

Transport

Transport:
Shuttle Available at Extra Cost

Distance

Distance:
4km

About the Tour

The west coast is known for its beautiful sunsets, which adorn the late afternoon sky with its warm colors of all shades of yellows, oranges, and reds. Experiencing the kayak trip in the late afternoon on the Tamarin River is exceptional.

As the sun approaches the horizon, we row toward the heart of the river, towards the North.
Everything calms down, and this silence is only interrupted by the last songs of birds.

With a cold drink in hand, we marvel at the thousands of colorful reflections. Then the show can begin with the golden sunset and the genesis of a sweet tropical night.

What’s Included?

Certified guide

Certified 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 for a quick safety briefing and introduction to your kayak.

  • Paddle upstream (30 min)
    Glide into the calm waters of the river, leaving the ocean behind. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and observe the evening wildlife along the riverbanks.

  • Sunset on the river (30 min)
    Pause mid-river with a refreshing drink in hand as the sky turns golden and fiery. Admire the stunning reflections on the water and the silhouettes of surrounding mountains.

  • Return downstream (20 min)
    Paddle back at a relaxed pace, soaking in the last colors of the sunset as the tropical night begins.

Highlights

  • Guided sunset kayak tour on the Tamarin River
  • Admire breathtaking views of the west coast sky in shades of gold, orange and red
  • Paddle in peaceful surroundings as the river quiets down for the evening
  • Spot birds and wildlife in the soft evening light
  • Relax with a refreshing drink while watching the sun set

What to bring?

  • Comfortable clothes (quick-dry if possible)
  • Swimwear (optional, in case you want to get wet)
  • Towel & change of clothes
  • Sun protection (hat, sunscreen, sunglasses with strap)
  • Reusable water bottle
  • Waterproof phone case (optional)

Not suitable for

  • Children under 8 years old
  • Pregnant women
  • People with serious back or neck problems
  • People who cannot swim
  • People with limited mobility (getting in and out of the kayak is required)

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

  • No prior kayaking experience is required – your guide will give you a full briefing before we start.
  • The activity is suitable for most fitness levels, but you should be comfortable on the water.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Life jackets are provided and must be worn during the tour.
  • Wildlife sightings are common but can’t be guaranteed.
  • The tour may be rescheduled or adapted in case of strong wind, heavy rain, or unsafe river conditions.

What people say about us:

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Hiking at Le More Brabant in Mauritius

Oct 12, 2025
A challenging yet rewarding experience, that we couldn’t have done without Henri’s support, patience and guidance. Henri made sure everything was well organised, managed a diverse group, gave lots of insights about the history of the location, and showed great spirit, friendliness and encouragement. In addition to all of that, reaching the top of the mountain was a great opportunity to see breathtaking views and have unforgettable memories to bring back home!
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Wild South hike

Oct 11, 2025
We had a fabulous outing with our guide Gilles, who expertly guided us up and down the tricky bits and was a fountain of knowledge on all things relating to the great outdoors in Mauritius
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Recommend ++

Oct 11, 2025
Super super super
It was a wonderful trip with Teo. View, nature and most important thing, personal accountability for our safety. Each step , each stone was certified by Teo and absolutely safe
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Amazing Day at Seven Cascades

Oct 09, 2025
We had an incredible time on the Seven Cascades Canyoning Tour! The scenery was stunning and the whole experience felt adventurous yet safe. Our guide, Nicolas, was fantastic — friendly, patient, and very professional. He made sure everyone felt comfortable and helped us capture some great photos along the way. Highly recommended!
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Sunrise hike

Oct 09, 2025
Great hike, amazing views, and Henri was such a nice and interesting guide! For sure I would recommend it to all hiking enthusiasts
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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 Sunset on the Tamarin River
Kayak at Sunset on the Tamarin River
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Date
Thursday, Jul 17, 2025
10:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Guests
1 adult
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Price details
$52.91 x 1 adult $52.91
Total USD $52.91

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