Guided Van Tour of Piton de la Fournaise, Reunion Island
Set off on a guided van tour of one of the world's most active and famous volcanoes!
Practical information
Course of events
Departure from residence around 6:30 am (important as the upper reaches of the island are quickly covered by clouds).
7:45 - Belvedere at Grand-Bassin in Bois-Court, with its breathtaking view of the ramparts of Cilaos, Grand Bassin and its waterfall (coffee break available in the bakery).
8:30 am - The Route forestière du volcan, the only road access to Piton de la Fournaise, passes through all types of landscapes and vegetation, depending on altitude.
9:00 am - Viewpoint from the Nez de Boeuf lookout at 2136 meters above sea level, overlooking the Rivière des Remparts.
9:30 am - The Plaine des Sables and its volcanic landscape that gives the impression of walking on the moon
10:00 am - The Pas de Bellecombe-Jacob lookout to discover the Formica Leo and Piton de La Fournaise craters
11:45 am - Discover the Commerson crater from the viewpoint
Lunch (around 12:30 p.m.) choice of picnic, snack or Creole restaurant
3:00 pm - Marine Langevin in Saint-Joseph, with its port, chasms, walk to the southernmost point of France and Europe and possible swim in the Jacqueline waterfall (depending on the timing of the day and your walking ability).
5:00 pm - Discovery of Grande Anse beach and its sunset (sunset aperitif optional)
Return to residence around 7:00 pm, depending on weather and traffic.
Activity requirements
All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Special terms
The activity is not recommended for people with disabilities.
Entrance fees to museums and places of interest, meal expenses and paid tastings are not included in the price of the tour unless specified.
Please specify the age of the children so that we can provide suitable seats if necessary.
Included
- Transport with driver/guide
Excluded
- Lunch
- Drinks or food on site
- Museum entry
- Any paying site to visit
Do not forget to bring
- Warm clothing
- Waterproof jacket
- Solar protections
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About the activity
Set off on a guided van tour of one of the world's most active and famous volcanoes!
You'll discover the most beautiful sites along the Piton de la Fournaise route on Reunion Island, and take in some magnificent scenery. Your tour starts at the Belvédère de Grand-Bassin in Bois-Court, from where you'll have a breathtaking view of the ramparts of Cilaos and the Grand Bassin waterfall, and if the weather is fine, you may even catch a glimpse of the Voile de la Mariée waterfall!
Your route then takes you even higher, to 2,136 metres, with a stop at the Nez de Boeuf lookout, where you can enjoy a 360° panoramic view over the plains and the eroded Rivière des Remparts, a sublime backdrop over the years.
On the way to the Piton de la Fournaise, you'll pass by the Commerson crater and its viewpoint to observe the impressive 265-metre depth! Your guided tour of Reunion Island has some wonderful surprises in store for you: you'll continue your program at Marine Langevin, a magnificent vantage point between turquoise water, abyss and rocks. For a moment of relaxation, head to the Jacqueline waterfall for a refreshing swim!
Your guided tour of Reunion Island by van will end at Grand Anse beach, a pretty beach lined with coconut palms, where you'll feel like you're on an island paradise, and enjoy a magnificent sunset!
Don't wait any longer, book your guided tour of Piton de la Fournaise now and enjoy a program full of discoveries!
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