Tamarind Falls: what a guide costs and why you need one
Seven cascades, a lot of scrambling, and a route that genuinely should not be done alone. Here is what it costs.
Mauritius Experiences··6 min read
Tamarind Falls, or the Seven Cascades, is the best walk on the island and the one most often attempted badly. The full route involves swimming, scrambling and a couple of drops that are unforgiving when wet.
What a guide costs
Guided trips from Henrietta start around 1500 rupees per person for a half day, typically including transport from the trailhead and a swim stop at the lower cascades.
Why you need one
The route is unmarked, the descent lines change after heavy rain, and there is no phone signal in the gorge. This is the one hike on Mauritius where going alone is a genuinely bad idea.
How much does a Tamarind Falls guide cost?
Guided half-day trips from Henrietta start around 1500 rupees per person, usually including transport from the trailhead.
Can you do Tamarind Falls without a guide?
It is not advisable. The route is unmarked, the descent lines shift after rain, and there is no phone signal in the gorge.
