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Tamarin is a laid-back surf village on the west coast that has become Mauritius's most popular area for outdoorsy expat families. The stunning Black River mountains provide a dramatic backdrop to a community that revolves around surfing, kiteboarding, hiking, and dolphin-watching. A wave of smart developments and international school campuses has transformed Tamarin from a sleepy fishing village into a family-friendly base without losing its relaxed character.
Monthly temperatures, rainfall, and sea conditions
Monthly family budget estimates (USD)
2-bedroom house, car, local school.
3-bedroom villa, international school, water sports.
Villa near the bay, premium school, full outdoor lifestyle.
Tamarin is upper-moderate for Mauritius — the nature lifestyle justifies modest premiums. All figures in USD.
Average monthly AQI (US EPA scale)
Yearly average AQI is 27. Best air quality Jan–Dec (best: Aug at 20).
Tamarin is a laid-back west coast village known for its surf break, salt pans, and dolphin-watching. The community is a mix of Mauritian families and a small expat community including surfers, outdoor enthusiasts, and families drawn by the relaxed atmosphere. The Tamarin Bay area has seen upscale development with villas and apartments, but retains a village character.
Tamarin Bay is famous for surfing and dolphin watching. The Black River Gorges National Park (10-15 min) offers the island's best hiking. The salt pans and wetlands attract birdlife. Le Morne peninsula (UNESCO World Heritage) is a 20-minute drive.
Port Louis 30 min. Airport 40-45 min. Flic en Flac 10 min north.
Small local shops. Cascavelle Shopping Village 15 min. Flic en Flac shops 10 min.
Warm at 26-32C. West coast receives less rain than the east. Beautiful sunsets.
No schools currently listed in Tamarin.