Guided Hike on the Piton de la Fournaise, Reunion Island

Relive the volcanic history of Reunion Island on this guided hike to the summit of Piton de la Fournaise!

On Piton de la Fournaise, you'll experience a unique hike unlike any other you've ever done! The Piton de la Fournaise is situated in the south-east of Reunion Island, overlooking the Rivière de l'Est. With its lunar landscapes and volcanic activity, the Piton de la Fournaise is a fascinating place that you are invited to discover during a guided hike with our partner.

For this hike to Piton de la Fournaise, you will meet your guide at the meeting point at 7 a.m. for a briefing on the hike and the day's conditions. You'll then set off for a day on Reunion's most visited natural site!

Accompanied by a qualified guide for whom the ascent of Piton de la Fournaise holds no secrets, you'll be in safe hands to make the most of your hike on Reunion Island. Accessible from the age of 12, the ascent of Piton de la Fournaise is a 9 km guided hike that takes around 6 hours to complete. Progress along the trail is easy, despite the abrasive volcanic rock and sand sections. The highest point of your hike to Piton de la Fournaise is 2,500 metres: once you've reached this height, you'll be rewarded with a breathtaking view of the island's great slopes, the Piton des Neiges and, of course, the Dolomieu crater! Thanks to the knowledge and anecdotes your guide will share with you, you'll know the Piton de la Fournaise like the back of your hand!

Leave the earth behind for a day and explore the lunar landscapes of Reunion Island's Piton de la Fournaise!