Culture & heritage · West Mauritius
La Route du Sel (Tamarin Salt Flats)
An 18th-century salt flats heritage site spanning 20 hectares with over 1,600 basins showing traditional sea salt production, offering guided 15-minute tours of the last working salt farm in Mauritius.
About La Route du Sel (Tamarin Salt Flats)
La Route du Sel (Tamarin Salt Flats) sits in the west of Mauritius and is a favourite stop on a day out with Belle Mare Tours. Plan to spend about 45 minutes here.
The easiest way to visit is a private transfer with a local driver-guide — we pick you up at your hotel anywhere on the island, with transparent fixed pricing and no commission stops.
Where is La Route du Sel (Tamarin Salt Flats)?
La Route du Sel (Tamarin Salt Flats) is on the west side of Mauritius. We collect you from your hotel anywhere on the island.
Visit La Route du Sel (Tamarin Salt Flats) with Belle Mare Tours
- Door-to-door hotel pickup anywhere in Mauritius
- Licensed, English- & French-speaking driver-guides
- Transparent fixed pricing — no meter, no commission stops
- Book online in minutes with instant confirmation
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Frequently asked questions
Where is La Route du Sel (Tamarin Salt Flats)?
La Route du Sel (Tamarin Salt Flats) is on the west side of Mauritius. Belle Mare Tours can collect you from your hotel anywhere on the island and drive you there with a local guide.
How long should I spend at La Route du Sel (Tamarin Salt Flats)?
Most visitors spend about 45 minutes at La Route du Sel (Tamarin Salt Flats). It usually closes around 16:00, so plan to arrive earlier in the day.
What are the opening hours of La Route du Sel (Tamarin Salt Flats)?
La Route du Sel (Tamarin Salt Flats) typically closes around 16:00. Hours can change on public holidays — message us on WhatsApp to confirm before you travel.
Can I visit La Route du Sel (Tamarin Salt Flats) on a tour?
Yes. La Route du Sel (Tamarin Salt Flats) can be included on a private West sightseeing tour, or you can build a custom day around it with our free AI road-trip planner and book online in minutes.
How do I get to La Route du Sel (Tamarin Salt Flats) from my hotel?
The easiest way is a private transfer with a local driver-guide. Belle Mare Tours offers door-to-door pickup with transparent, fixed pricing — no metered surprises and no commission stops.