Paddleboarding in Mauritius: Tamarin River or a Lagoon Rental — Which Should You Book?
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For most first-time visitors: Paddle boarding on the Tamarin River — three hours for €35, rated 5.0 stars from 3 reviews. The transparent paddleboard at Flic en Flac costs €46.75 and pays for the view under the board, not for instruction.
Three outings that only look alike
| Tour | Duration | From | Rating · reviews | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paddle boarding on the Tamarin River | 3 hours | €35 | 5.0 · 3 | A long river outing in a natural setting |
| Guided Stand Up Paddle Tour on Tamarin River | 2 hours | €47 | 5.0 · 2 | A shorter river trip explicitly led by a guide |
| Flic en Flac Transparent Paddleboard Rental | 1 hour | €46.75 | no reviews | Looking at the seabed through the board |
All three are priced per person.
Tamarin: two river outings, one clear difference
The three-hour listing describes gliding silently on a stand-up paddleboard through a wild, unspoiled setting “where time seems to have stood still”. It does not say whether a guide comes along, which is the first thing to ask. It is €17 cheaper than the two-hour tour and gives you an extra hour. Its weakness is evidence: three reviews are encouraging, not enough to average out a bad day.
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The two-hour tour is the one that states it is guided. It describes the river as a haven of peace for abundant wildlife and promises a respectful visit to a protected environment. Pay the €17 difference only if the guide or the shorter session matters to you. Neither listing publishes a minimum age or a swimming requirement, so check both for your date.
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Flic en Flac: the board is the product
The transparent deck is the whole offer: calm turquoise water over a crystal-clear lagoon and a view of the seabed beneath your feet. There are no reviews yet, and it is the most expensive outing here for the shortest time on the water. That premium makes sense only if seeing through the board is the reason you are going.
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Our recommendation
Book the three-hour Tamarin River outing for the longest time on the water at the lowest price among the river options. Flic en Flac is the weakest value unless the transparent board matters more than reviews.
