Mauritius · CANOES & KAYAKS
Good kayak trips fill up weeks ahead in season; the great ones go first. Below: the 12 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Paddle calm Tamarin River waters through mangroves, spot wildlife, and hear local stories on this gentle 90-minute Mauritius kayak tour.
“We absolutely enjoyed the nature. Yudish was an excellent guide, we 100% recomend the kayak tour with him. He took us to different wonderful places on the river and we could enjoy the trip much longer than 1.5 h.”
Kayak into Tamarin Bay at sunrise, look for wild dolphins, and explore the Tamarin River with a local guide from $64.
“Amazing experience, fantastic guide and a really wonderful morning. A day we'll never forget!”
Paddle the calm Tamarin River with a local guide, learn about Mauritius, enjoy sunset views, and see if this small-group kayak tour fits your plans.
“Pleasant way to spend an afternoon paddling up and down the river. Good family activity. Pleasant guide. Meet at the yard where the dive centre and surf school are.”
Paddle the Tamarin River at sunset on a relaxed 90-minute kayak tour with cold drinks, calm water, local guides, and golden west-coast views.
“It was an amazing experience. Our guide was good and we realy enjoyed his humor. It‘s fairly easy to do and the sunset looks amazing”
Paddle into Tamarin Bay at sunrise for a respectful dolphin encounter, with kayaks, guides, small groups, and a Tamarind River backup route.
“It was a nice morning activity, the activity inspector was very good And the experience over all was interesting”
Paddle the calm Tamarin River at sunrise, spot wildlife, hear local stories, and decide if this peaceful 90-minute kayak tour is worth $49.
“We were on a sunrise Kayaking with Eliza. Unfortunately it was too cloudy to see the sunrise, but it is part of the business if you deal with mother nature. But Eliza brought us into the “jungle”. We saw monkeys, flying foxes. She was very helpful and told us many about the nature around us. She was a real guide! The river was calm and peaceful.”
Kayak fishing in Mauritius means a small-group morning on clear water, quality gear, expert guidance, and a chance to see dolphins.
“I had the incredible opportunity to go on an ocean kayak fishing excursion with Wresley, and it was an unforgettable experience. From the start, he created a warm and reassuring atmosphere, sharing his expertise with passion and patienRead more”
Paddle the calm Tamarin River in a small group, with mountain views, monkeys, birds, and friendly guides for a peaceful Mauritius outing.
“Wonderful & Amazing experience. Our guide Mr Gulles was really patient & helpful. We’ve really enjoyed our tour🙌🏻 Scenic view of mountains & mangroves. Resourceful & revitalizing”
Paddle mangroves around Ile d’Ambre with trained guides, a swim stop, forest walk, local snacks, and Mauritian history.
“enjoyed the whole trip very much. we were a bit late due to traffic, but the group waited for us :) whole trip was organised well, professional and very kind guide who was super knowledgable. beautiful scenery in the mangrove, and overall a lot of fun! one of the best days we had here in mauritius, would definetely recommend to do!”
Paddle the Tamarin River at sunset on a 90-minute Mauritius kayak tour with drinks, friendly guides, and golden west-coast views.
“We decided to take this sunset kayak tour to celebrate my birthday and we had a great time! The route was smooth and nice, and the sunset was absolutely stunning. Our guide Rowin was extremely friendly and informative. We loved it! Would recommend!”
Review of Mauritius’s guided kayak tour to Benitiers Island, with Morne Brabant views, Crystal Rock snorkeling, timing, price, and practical tips.
“We loved our enthusiastic guide Gérémie. His good sense of humor and a wealth of experience made the kayaking tour memorable for me and my husband. Will do this tour again. Bravo, Gérémie! Elena &Dmitry from Norway.”
Paddle Mauritius’s Rempart River, spot wild monkeys, learn about mangroves, and enjoy a quiet three-hour kayak trip with a small group.
“Cedric was very friendly and welcoming. He explained a lot about Mauritius and the mangrove ecosystem. The equipment was in good shape and the tour very relaxing. Thank you for this nice experience.”
What the island does best, sorted by the kind of day it makes.
