Tamarin- Travel Tips

What to See, How to Plan & Tours

Tamarin is a village located on the western coast of Mauritius, once a quiet fishing settlement that has gradually transformed into a residential area and a moderate holiday resort. Surrounded by hills and nestled near the Black River, Tamarin is renowned for its scenic views and its popularity among surfers, particularly for the famous Tamarin Bay. The bay is home to two world-class surfing spots, 'Dal' and 'Black Stone,' and has gained international recognition after being featured in the 1974 surf documentary Forgotten Island of Santosha. Tamarin is also known for its dolphin sightings, with Spinner and Bottlenose dolphins frequently spotted in the bay, and boat tours offering visitors the chance to swim with them. Additionally, the village is home to the island's main salt pans, where salt production continues, though now on a smaller scale, producing high-value fleur de sel.