Tamarin Falls

A circular hike in Tamarin to see the seven waterfalls of Tamarin. Nice views of each waterfall as you walk. Very beautiful place.

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
  • ↔
    Distance: 1.93 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 0h 55 
  • ▲
    Difficulty: Moderate

  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
  • ↗
    Ascent: + 115 m
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    Descent: - 116 m

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    Highest point: 502 m
  • ▼
    Lowest point: 406 m

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Description of the walk

(S/E) From the side of the road, where you can easily park (the waterfalls are signposted and there are always cars there), take the path that runs alongside the sugar cane field.

(1) Go straight ahead; at one point, continue on a narrower path, and the descent to the waterfalls begins.

You will arrive at the first viewpoint and the first waterfall. Then cross the river and take the path opposite that leads into the forest.

You will arrive at the third waterfall: beautiful views and the opportunity to swim. Continue along the easily identifiable path through the forest to reach the fourth waterfall.

(2) You can continue on to the other two waterfalls, still following the same path. Otherwise, (choice of route), head back up to the car park by turning right. Be careful, the slope is very steep and you will need to use the branches to help you climb back up, but the path is well marked.

At the top, at the intersection, turn right to join the path along the sugar cane field and return to the car park (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 502 m - Parking at the side of the road.
  2. 1 : km 0.31 - alt. 493 m - Crossroads of the circular
  3. 2 : km 1.05 - alt. 410 m - Return to the right
  4. S/E : km 1.93 - alt. 502 m - Parking at the side of the road.

Notes

Be careful: this hike has some fairly steep and slippery sections in the forest. Wear good hiking boots.

Worth a visit

Waterfalls and forest views.

Reviews and comments

4.3 / 5
Based on 12 reviews

Reliability of the description
4.2 / 5
Ease of following the route
3.9 / 5
Route interest
4.7 / 5
th.postel@cegetel.net
th.postel@cegetel.net

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 04, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Superb

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User 16893533

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Dec 02, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

A real plus

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User 3131301

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Oct 14, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

Very pleasant hike
Lots of people, we park at the side of the road
On arrival, many guides stop us to dissuade us from going alone, but we (experienced people) had no difficulty following the trail. Be careful with children, though..

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User 5291070

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : May 15, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : Yes

Discouraged from going without a guide by locals when arriving at the car park. They do indeed hide the start of the path on the left with branches. The hike is beautiful and very easy, allow 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes in case of rain as it is very slippery.

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Hervé 01250
Hervé 01250
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Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : May 08, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

Despite being advised by the guides not to go alone, we decided to give it a go anyway.
It is a hike without any real difficulty for people who have some hiking experience.

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ThierryLo
ThierryLo

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Mar 03, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

The recommendations helped us stay on track. Just a quick note: local guides offer their services and have hidden the start of the small path with branches (at the first bend).

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David974m
David974m

Overall rating : 3.3 / 5

Date of your route : Jun 12, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★☆☆ Average
Ease of following the route : ★★★☆☆ Average
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : Yes

The seven waterfalls are great, well, five waterfalls. It's a shame that the guides hide the paths with branches!!! It's a local business. Arnak. The guides discourage you even though there are no technical difficulties. The Visorando GPX is correct. Lots of mud. Tip: when you follow the dirt path, go to the end a little before on your left and you will see a hidden waterfall from above. Come back to your steps. Continue to the end of the dirt path, and at the intersection you will find another dirt path. At this intersection, you will find a pothole, which is the entrance 1 km away. If it is hidden, continue to the left at pothole 3, where there is a passage, then continue through the foliage to arrive at point 1 and descend, which is the easiest way. Follow the GPX and you will come out at the 7th or 8th electricity pole... be careful, the climb back up is very steep and muddy. Otherwise, it's magnificent.
Be careful in wet weather, do not go! !!

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blandineetbob
blandineetbob

Overall rating : 3.7 / 5

Date of your route : Dec 21, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★☆☆ Average
Ease of following the route : ★★★☆☆ Average
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

A magnificent, refreshing hike thanks to the opportunity to swim.
Signage is practically non-existent. We did the entire hike with a guide, which was fortunate, otherwise it would have been a waste of time due to the lack of signage (4 hours, taking the time to enjoy a swim).
Suitable for people of average fitness.
...don't forget your swimsuit, something to drink and eat, and above all, mosquito repellent!

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ALJH
ALJH

Overall rating : 3.7 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 04, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★☆☆ Average
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A beautiful hike, not easy in wet conditions and without a guide, but rewarded by the views and surroundings.

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Kroknot
Kroknot
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Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Apr 26, 2023
Reliability of the description : Not used / Not applicable
Ease of following the route : Not used / Not applicable
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

A magnificent route!
You go from one waterfall to another with a beautiful view of the gorge below. It is possible to swim under the waterfalls in several places.
But be careful, the trail is only suitable for experienced hikers with the right equipment. Good footwear is essential! You have to walk along very steep and potentially muddy paths, which can be slippery. Avoid doing this trail during rainy periods.
However, there is one small problem to report. A group of guides guard the site, stating that visits are prohibited without a guide. True or false, it's hard to say. We are told that it is "dangerous to go there without a guide" and that "something could happen" to us. It seems a bit like racketeering. A rope blocks the passage. When in doubt, we paid for a guide. The equivalent of €90 for a two-hour walk for four people is a bit expensive. But the guide was really professional and friendly.
Many people take this path because it's the most beautiful on the island. But most come in flip-flops or, at best, fashionable trainers. In this case, a guide is essential! Which would explain why they insisted we take a guide. But for experienced and well-equipped hikers, there's no need for a guide.

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Jolene
Jolene
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Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Jan 16, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★☆☆ Average
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

The circular is very nice, you can easily stop at each pool for breaks or to take a dip.
There are very few signposts, only four or five along the entire route, but the path is easy to follow except in a few places, and you can always find your way within a few minutes.
However, the descent and ascent are steep, with no facilities, so you have to hold on to branches or roots to get down on all fours.
Avoid if it has rained the day before or on the day itself as it is very slippery.
The walk takes about 2 hours, not including breaks, if you are not comfortable on very steep paths.
No need for a guide, GPS is a big plus, although I think it's doable without.
We encountered several groups, but they weren't a nuisance.
Rafting is also possible.
Mosquito repellent is essential!

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Thierry31200
Thierry31200

Overall rating : 3.3 / 5

Date of your route : Oct 07, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★☆☆ Average
Ease of following the route : ★★★☆☆ Average
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : Yes

Done solo and without a guide...sometimes you have to search for the route a little...I had the GPS track, so there was no risk of really getting lost, at worst a few U-turns before finding the right path...

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