Tamarin Bay
Tamarin Bay is Mauritius' original claim to surf fame—a classic left reef break featured in The Endless Summer that first put the island on the surfing map. The wave peels along a coral reef in a stunning bay setting, with dolphins regularly joining surfers in the lineup. When SW swells hit during winter (May-September), Tamarin delivers long, workable rides in warm, tropical water. The magic captured on film decades ago still exists today.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SSW (210°)
- Direction range
- 190° - 240°
- Size range
- 0.8m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 1.6m - 2.1m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (100°)
- Offshore range
- 60° - 140°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
- Optimal range
- 0.5m - 1.5m
Water temp
24°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
6/10
Crowd level
6/10
Access: Paddle from Tamarin beach.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Tamarin Bay?
Tamarin Bay is a reef break in Tamarin, Mauritius, that mostly breaks left.
What swell works best at Tamarin Bay?
Tamarin Bay picks up swell from the S round to the WSW, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the SSW. It starts working at around 0.8m and handles up to about 2.5m, with the sweet spot around 1.6 to 2.1m. Period matters too: aim for 14s or longer, as anything under 10s tends to be weak. These are the numbers our scoring uses, so treat them as a guide rather than a promise.
What wind is offshore at Tamarin Bay?
An E wind is dead offshore at Tamarin Bay, and anything from the ENE round to the SE keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 6am to 11am. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.
What tide is best at Tamarin Bay?
Tamarin Bay is at its best around mid tide, roughly 0.5m to 1.5m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf Tamarin Bay?
The most reliable run of swell at Tamarin Bay comes May to Sep. There's a second window in Apr and Oct too. May-September SW swell season. Dolphins frequent the lineup.
How cold is the water at Tamarin Bay?
The water at Tamarin Bay averages around 24°C, so boardshorts or a rashguard will do. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is Tamarin Bay good for beginners?
It's more of an intermediate wave, rated 6/10 for difficulty, so newer surfers are best off sticking to the smaller days. Expect a moderate crowd (6/10) when it's on. Reef break. Gets crowded when good.
How do I get to Tamarin Bay?
The nearest airport on our list is MRU, then it's roughly a 45-minute drive. Paddle from Tamarin beach.
What other surf spots are near Tamarin Bay?
The closest breaks we track are One Eye (15 km), handy when Tamarin Bay isn't working.
Best Season
Peak: May-Sep
Secondary: Apr, Oct
May-September SW swell season. Dolphins frequent the lineup.