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Hiking: La Chapelle, Cilaos.
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5 hours (approximately)
Offered in:
French
Offered languages
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- French
- Discover this exceptional site with a professional mountain guide from the Bureau Montagne Réunion.
- Learn all about the island's geological past.
- Approach as close as possible to the cliff, walking in the bed of the river. (unmarked route)
- Guaranteed departure every Thursday, from the first registered.
- Small groups, 12 people maximum.
- Distance 8 km, elevation gain 550 m
What's Included
A local snack and a drink.
Professional mountain guide
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Forecourt of the Town Hall, main street of Cilaos city.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
Come and discover a geological marvel of Reunion Island, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site!
From the Village of Cilaos, we will descend the Sentier de la Chapelle. In this shady ravine bottom, we will trace the course of the geological events that formed the island. After a short ascent, we will contemplate the magnificent rocky edifice of La Chapelle, the heart of a volcanic chamber. A final descent leads us into the refreshing bed of the river, to the foot of the cliff split by the river. We will then take the picnic at the edge of the water. Return route by the same route. Hike of about 5 hours, 12 KM, 550 m of elevation gain.
A good understanding of French is necessary to participate in this activity.
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.
From the Village of Cilaos, we will descend the Sentier de la Chapelle. In this shady ravine bottom, we will trace the course of the geological events that formed the island. After a short ascent, we will contemplate the magnificent rocky edifice of La Chapelle, the heart of a volcanic chamber. A final descent leads us into the refreshing bed of the river, to the foot of the cliff split by the river. We will then take the picnic at the edge of the water. Return route by the same route. Hike of about 5 hours, 12 KM, 550 m of elevation gain.
A good understanding of French is necessary to participate in this activity.
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.
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.
Supplied by
Bureau Montagne Reunion
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Hiking Tours
Climbing
Walking Tours
Small Group
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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