Tamarind Falls/7 Cascades Half day Trek

Recommended by 99% of travelers

Mauritius

3 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Discover the cascading Tamarind Waterfalls, also known as 7 Cascades, on a half-day tour to the village of Henrietta. Join a small group and hike into the rain forest to see several waterfalls surrounded by beautiful landscapes. While at the falls, you can swim, jump off cliffs, and enjoy “fish therapy” completely immersed in nature.

Spend a day immersed in the nature of Mauritius
Enjoy local snacks and fresh sugar cane juice
Observe local flora and fauna on the way to the falls
A small group means more attention from your guide

What's Included

Snacks

Local snacks/food/seasonal fruits

Transportation Fee

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Henrietta Bus Station
Henrietta Branch Rd, Vacoas-Phoenix, Mauritius
GPS point will be sent to travelers who has own transportation. They can contact us & ask for the GPS point a day before activity starts.Use of google maps also will lead them arrive/meet us at Henrietta Bus Station. From there,drive/follow the car of guides to park 1km further to start activity.

End point

Henrietta Cemetery
JFW9+839, Unnamed Road, Vacoas-Phoenix, Mauritius
Tour starts near/beside the Cemetery and will end same

Operating hours
.9:30 am

Itinerary

Les 7 Cascades

3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Tamarin Falls

3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Not recommended for travelers with back problems

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Gideon_B

Our trip to Tamarind Falls was absolutely fantastic and definitely one of the highlights of our vacation in Mauritius! Our guide was outstanding. From the very beginning, he created a wonderful atmosphere and showed great patience throughout the entire hike. He even treated us to fresh exotic fruits and delicious local food, which added such an authentic and special touch to the experience. One of the best parts was that he took photos of us constantly at all the best spots! It allowed us to truly immerse ourselves in the breathtaking nature without worrying about our phones, and we ended up with amazing memories captured on camera. Summary: We highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting Mauritius. Don't miss out on this incredible hike!

Reviews

4.9

based on 138 reviews

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Our trip to Tamarind...

Gideon_B, Apr 2026

Tough hike but worth the reward

Irwin_C, Jul 2025

Just getting to the meeting point proved to be an adventure as we were instructed to meet at a bus stop, but then a lot of the roads were being updated or newly constructed so Google maps got lost a little. Once we got to the meeting point and we met our tour guide Jeez, we were on our way. Jeez was very easy to talk to, friendly, knowledgeable, and his English was easy to understand. He was also very patient with us during the descents/ascents as we were going a bit slow due to my wife’s bad knees. (Pro tip: wear really good trail running shoes or hiking boots as the trail can get quite steep and sometimes slippery if it just rained) As we walked along, we shared some jokes and laughs and stories with Jeez, which helped take our mind off of all the bugs biting us. (Another pro tip: bring bug spray!) As we descended down towards the last waterfall, we experienced some cool things (fish massage, natural jacuzzi, etc.) and took some cool pics on the edge of the water falls. Jeez later revealed he studied photography which was evident with his picture taking/filming skills. At the lunch spot, we were treated to some samosas, roti, and pineapple, all while watching most of the guides and a few daring tourists jump off the ledge into the pool below. A few people went swimming in the pool, which the water was a bit cold for my taste! As we headed back up, we took a different path which was much steeper but allowed us to gain a lot of altitude in a short time. Once up top, while chatting with Jeez, he treated us to some fresh sugar cane from the fields around us. All in all, although the hike was tough it was really cool to see the waterfalls and take some memorable photos. Jeez is a great tour guide who my wife and I would highly recommend! Again, being some good trail running or hiking shoes.

Great excursion, a must in Mauritius

Chantal_F, Jun 2025

Great excursion that we highly recommend. You really need to be in excellent physical condition and with good hiking shoes.

Would highly recommend,...

Oliver_H, May 2025

Would highly recommend, it was great fun swimming beneath the waterfalls and doing a jump. The guide Andy was fantastic, very knowledgeable and had a great sense of humour.

Response from Host, May 2025

Thank you for this review.Andy too was happy to hve you..

Perfect experience

VALERIA_B, Jan 2025

Beautiful hike and my guide was very friendly and professional. The last part is a little bit difficult.

An unforgettable adventure: Culture, nature and stunning views!

Doreen_D, Nov 2024

Our tour guide, Andy, was absolutely brilliant! He was incredibly knowledgeable and made the entire experience both educational and fun. Andy taught us survival tips, like how to drink water from a baobab tree in an emergency, while also showing us how to do it without harming the tree. He also introduced us to a native bush that serves dual purposes: you can scrape the underside of its leaves to treat mosquito bites, and the locals use the leaves for cooking since they have a peppery flavour. One fascinating moment was when Andy showed us a flower, which I believe is called safflower, that native women traditionally crush to extract pigment. They use this pigment to decorate their “third eye” in a vibrant orange-red colour. It was incredible to see these cultural details brought to life. Along the way, we dipped our feet into a small crater pool on the rocks where tiny fish, known as doctor fish, nibbled at the dead skin on our feet. It was both hilarious and slightly gross—definitely a unique experience! Next, we embarked on a stunning 2-mile hike to see gorgeous waterfalls. If you’re planning this trip, I highly recommend bringing water shoes to navigate the slippery areas where you can swim. Unfortunately, I didn’t have any, and it was quite tricky. A lightweight shammy towel and a small backpack are also great to bring along for convenience. Don’t forget your camera or phone—the scenery is breathtaking and well worth capturing. We took breaks to enjoy local snacks, including a delicious cheese samosa and, later, a picnic of fresh pineapple and roti filled with beans or a similar tasty filling. It was simple yet hit the spot perfectly after all the activity. The climb back up to the starting point is a bit steep—about 10 minutes—so make sure you’re reasonably fit for it. On our way up, we were lucky enough to spot a native macaque monkey lounging in a tree, which was an unforgettable highlight of the day! Overall, this was an amazing adventure filled with cultural insights, stunning views, and memorable experiences. I can’t recommend this tour enough! My only regret is I didn’t have any MUR on me to tip him as a way to say thank you! I think he works very hard and everyone should remember to bring a little something to say thank you!

We loved it!

Iris_H, Nov 2024

Amazing tour guides, they knew so much about the jungle and everything you see on the way. Atmosphere was amazing, we got the chance to swim under the waterfall and saw the most beautiful sights we will never forget. Bonus points for the photos and videos they take of you, influencer worthy so your followers will be impressed ;) overall amazing experience and we would definitely recommend this tour and these tourguides.

Great hike along the Tanarind falls

Gal_N, Aug 2024

We (a family of 2 adults + 11,15 years old kids) had a fantastic day trip with our guide, Andy. Andy was incredibly nice, has good English and provided ongoing explanations about the trail as well as about plants and greenery on our way. Trip also included light local food, snacks he prepared in advance. At the end, we all went to a local restaurant in the village to eat noodles etc. Overall, a superb day - highly recommended!

Wonderful waterfalls - Beam me up scotty at the end😩

Anna_k, May 2024

Had a fantastic morning 3hour hike to get to see and swim in some beautiful waterfalls…. It was slippery at times and the guide helped us navigate the tricky terrain. Freddy our guide was great also took some fab photos. I’m not at my fittest at 58 but managed ( just about) to complete the hike - the last bit is very steep so be warned. Be prepared to get muddy but that’s part of the fun .

Beautifully hike around scenic cascade

Lisa_K, Nov 2023

Great views and beautiful nature. We were happy to be accompanied by a guide. Hike was challenging especially after heavy rain! Our tour guide was funny and gave knowledgeable information about Flora and fauna. swimming in the cascade was a great experience

We loved the tour. Alan was a great guide!

Patrick_S, Jul 2023

Swimming in the pools., great views, great atmosphere. Great Information given by our guide Alan, yeah

Very nice experience!

Christine_V, Apr 2023

Dom and Freddy, the 2 guides were very nice and professional . My daughter could jump from a special spot of the cascade, always guided and secured by the guide. The snacks were excellent . We spent a very nice time.

It's a must in Mauritius

Ioana_H, Apr 2023

This was a great experience. Got to swim a lot, had really beautiful views of the waterfalls, and enjoyed some fruits along the way (pepper and wild guava). Freddy was a great guide. He even helped with keeping my luggage in his car while hiking and sent me off with one of his friends to catch the bus onwards.

A must, worth doing....

Vanessa_A, Jan 2023

We had an amazing time visiting the Tamarind falls with Shek as our guide. He gave us precautionary tips and allowed us to enjoy the breathtaking views/depths. The snacks were a delight after a deep in the cold water, worth doing... I'll do it again

Kurt and "Lefeu in...

Codie_B, Nov 2022

Kurt and "Lefeu in nature" were the best guides!!! We really enjoyed the hike and you guys made it so fun! We are not hikers, beginners to say the least, but both guides ensured we were safe. They were patient with us and provide great insight about the area. They even provided home cooked snacks that consisted of local appetizers and fruits (all which were grown in Kurt's garden ha,ha). If you decide to take this tour, please request Kurt and Lefeu in nature!

Amazing

Ran_T, Nov 2022

Speiciel thank to Kurt and Darren very professional polite and helpful and patient with us Little grup very organised

Fantastic guide!...

cedric_v, Sep 2025

Fantastic guide! Excursion to do without hesitation with a guide like Jeez. Good physical condition necessary!!!

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Anbefalingsværdig tur i smukke opmgivelser

KathrineWael_S, Nov 2024

Andy var en fantastisk, troværdig og opmærksom guide, der elegant fik os igennem den fine rute, der passede perfekt til vores børn på 6,8 og 10 år.

Allez y superbe expérience

christophe_f, Nov 2023

superbe expérience. Très physique j'ai 54 ans, très beau paysage et superbe excursion. Les guides sont géniaux et ne manquent pas d'humour et sont continuellement derrière vous pour vous aider. Expérience à faire absolument Chirstophe et Virginie de Metz FRance

Randonnée 7 cascades

Tony_T, Apr 2023

Ballade superbe, les paysages sont renversants ! Notre guide modtreck a été très attentionné et nous a fait gouté des specialites tout au long de la randonée cuisiné pour nous. Nous avons pu nous baigner et appréhender les risques. Nous étions en petit groupe juste ce quil faut pour accompagner tout le monde nous recommandons les yeux fermés! N'hésitez pas !

Expérience unique

Laura_L, Oct 2022

Kurt a su nous faire découvrir des recoins magiques de ce lieu ! Il nous a également appris plein de choses sur la faune et la flore locale ! C’est un excellent guide, rassurant, drôle, et sécurisant. Il connaît son chemin sur le bout des doigts, et vous guidera à merveille !

Très belle excursion avec guide Dodo sérieux et sympathique

sophie_C, Oct 2021

Notre guide « Dodo » a été très attentif et sérieux au niveau de la sécurité. L’excursion a été magnifique. Le paysage est prodigieux. Dodo a également mis sa touche personnelle en préparant un encas délicieux composé de spécialités de Maurice et de fruits. C’était parfait pour continuer l’effort physique !