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Hike: On the Piton de la Fournaise volcano
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6 hours (approximately)
Offered in:
French
Offered languages
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- French
- Learn all about this active volcano with a professional mountain guide from the Bureau Montagne Réunion.
- Access to off-trail portions, reserved for professionals.
- Guaranteed departure every Wednesday and Sunday, from the first registered.
- Small groups 12 people maximum.
- If access to the enclosure is prohibited by prefectural decree, we will offer you an alternative to see the eruption or discover the plain of Sables.
- Distance 9 km, elevation gain 500 m
What's Included
A snack and a local drink.
Professional mountain guide.
Bring a picnic.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
In front of the snack bar.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
Let's share the geological history of the island in the mineral universe of one of the most active volcanoes in the world.
The hike begins with a descent into the "enclosure" then we will walk through the lava flows to reach the base of the main cone and start the ascent to the summit crater.
In the event of an eruption in the enclosure, it is closed by prefectural order. Our specialists will then offer you a route off the beaten track in the Plaine des Sables to catch a glimpse of the current eruption or to discover past eruptions and the history of the volcano.
Children: We evolve throughout the course at more than 2000 m altitude, so it can be very cold at the volcano and the weather conditions can change very quickly (rain, fog, wind...). Finally, the terrain is very steep and the lava very sharp in the event of a fall.
Recommended minimum age: 12 years old. For any child under 12, please contact us for more information. We cannot accept minors under the age of 18 unaccompanied by an adult.
A good understanding of French is necessary to participate in this activity.
The hike begins with a descent into the "enclosure" then we will walk through the lava flows to reach the base of the main cone and start the ascent to the summit crater.
In the event of an eruption in the enclosure, it is closed by prefectural order. Our specialists will then offer you a route off the beaten track in the Plaine des Sables to catch a glimpse of the current eruption or to discover past eruptions and the history of the volcano.
Children: We evolve throughout the course at more than 2000 m altitude, so it can be very cold at the volcano and the weather conditions can change very quickly (rain, fog, wind...). Finally, the terrain is very steep and the lava very sharp in the event of a fall.
Recommended minimum age: 12 years old. For any child under 12, please contact us for more information. We cannot accept minors under the age of 18 unaccompanied by an adult.
A good understanding of French is necessary to participate in this activity.
Additional info
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- Hiking in French only. A correct understanding of the language is necessary.
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Bureau Montagne Reunion
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Free cancellation
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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