Guided Dolphin Sightseeing: A 2-Hour Morning Kayak Activity in Tamarin Bay
4.8
30 Ratings
Tamarin

A dignified meeting with dolphins.
Join us on a trip to observe dolphins in their natural environment. We set off at dawn, paddling from the beach into Tamarin Bay, where we have the chance to meet these wonderful animals! The morning’s golden glow illuminates picturesque landscapes, creating a memorable experience you won’t easily forget.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Tamarin Bay Surfschool Mauritius - Our company takes you on an unprecedented morning quest: the observation of dolphins in their natural habitat, the Tamarin Bay. The morning offers perfect conditions for having the chance to observe the two fabulous marine mammals: the spinner dolphin (Stenella longirostris) and the bottlenose dolphin (Tursiops truncatus), which often take refuge in the bay at night in order to mate and feed. Embark with your guide on the kayaks to discover in a responsible and respectful way the dolphins of Mauritius.

This 2-hour adventure is open to everyone and does not require any previous experience with kayaks.

It is important to note that we cannot guarantee with certainty the presence of dolphins. These are sometimes off the coast, inaccessible by kayak. An alternative route will then be proposed to discover the Tamarind River and its wildlife.

What's Included
  • Kayak
  • Life vest
What's Not Included
  • Bottled water
Additional Information
  • Not allowed for non-swimmers
  • Not allowed for people with no kayaking experience
  • Weight limit of 100 kgs per participant
Location
Tamarin Bay Surfschool Mauritius
Your guide will be waiting for you in front of the Surf school next to the Veranda Tamarin Hotel.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Passenger56907201461
Mar 1, 2024
A very nice morning outing to do again without hesitation - We did the morning kayak trip with Marc. It was really great, our 4 teenagers (12 to 17 years old) really liked it. Seeing Tamarin Bay in the early morning is very beautiful. And after a few minutes of paddling (easy), seeing dolphins adds to the magic of the moment. The advantage of Yanature compared to other agencies located in the same location seems to be the price (lower) and especially the size of the group: there were only 8 of us (including 6 people for our family), or around 3 times less than the neighboring agency. This way we can better hear the advice of our guide. Marc supervised us very well and even sent us some videos and photos after the activity (much better than ours 😂). At the end of our walk, we were able to go up the Tamarin river for a few hundred meters, it was nice to see this side too. In summary, do not hesitate to contact Yanature, everything was very professional from making contact until the end of the activity. The activity is suitable for families (for younger children there is a place in the middle of the kayak), it is easy to paddle and you are almost certain to see dolphins. The gentler approach of the kayak is very different from the boat (we tested both), and it seems to me rather more suitable for children.
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Trip100031
Feb 14, 2024
Kindness and sympathy - It was a great experience with a kind and friendly guide. Not having seen any dolphins (unfortunately) Yudish took us up a section of the river. He was very good at guiding us and showing us vegetation and animals in the area (including golf balls in the river :). Well done!
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Tourist38629867212
Dec 30, 2023
Fabulous dolphins with a great guide! - Marc took us to see the dolphins by kayak. We were able to see lots of them and Marc filmed and took photos for us. He was very kind, gave us lots of explanations and even offered us a little ride in the river after the dolphins. It was a pleasure to be in his company!!!
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Albertsfamily
Dec 28, 2023
Ideal for nature lovers - Well worth it! An amazing experience not to be missed. Excellent guide Yan is top notch. Very informative and helpful.
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Nils
Nov 2, 2023
Perfect start to the day - It's a lovely experience and the guide Yudish was super nice and funny. The price/performance ratio was very good. The tour starts early, but it's worth it.
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Jenny
Oct 15, 2023
Amazing experience - I loved this, luckily perfectly calm sea, and lots of dolphins. Great instructions from guide. I was able to get lots of photos and footage of the dolphins (although I missed 2 opportunities of the dolphins jumping and wetting everyone watching in a nearby boat
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R9151wfmichaelk
Oct 4, 2023
Kayaking and watching dolphins - unique and unforgettable! - What a wonderful experience: kayaking and watching dolphins. It's a much better way to get closer to the dolphins than by speedboat. We were a small group of 8 and it was incredibly enjoyable. Yes, dolphin sightings are not guaranteed, but then there is always the option to immediately switch to a great tour on the Black River. We were lucky enough to be able to watch two groups of dolphins. And above all, many thanks to Marc, who gave us a unique and unforgettable day with his very friendly manner. Merci beaucoup!
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Varga
Sep 27, 2023
Go kayaking in the ocean - We had perfect weather when we went for this activity at sunrise. Our guide was straight forward, we didn't waste any time. After a quick instruction we started in the ocean, we have seen 2 groups of dolphins which was wonderful experience. Kayaking in the ocean was absolutely a wonderful time (about 1 h). Then we headed to the Black River, wich was more of a relaxation after the ocean, so calm and quiet ride, observing monkeys on the trees at the last part of the trip. 100% recommended.
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Evesg8023vm
Sep 27, 2023
UNFORGETTABLE MORNING ! - Magical experience! Yan is an amazing knowledgeable and friendly guide We HIGHLY recommend, beautiful way to start your day and discover the wonders of Mauritius ! THANK YOU AGAIN TO YAN and his team !
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Nolwenn
Mar 13, 2024
Disappointing - Disappointing experience: the two instructors give little/no advice, do not bring up the rear of the group, their support is really light. The equipment is correct but no water bottle or waterproof bag is provided, which is a shame. Bad value for money for this experience. Too bad because the respectful approach to nature and dolphins is positive.
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