Join a certified guide to venture on a 2-day trek to the peak of Piton des Neiges, the highest point in the Indian Ocean. Witness exceptional vistas of the three cirques of Mafate, Salazie, and Cilaos on this trek on Réunion Island!
TRIP TYPE
Private and Group
MOUNTAIN RANGES
Piton des Neiges
DURATION
2 Days
OFFER PERIOD
May - Oct
FITNESS LEVEL
high
SKILL LEVEL
Intermediate
PAYMENT METHODS
Credit Card, Wire Transfer and more!
Join us as we take you on a 2-day trip to the summit of Piton des Neiges, the highest point in the Indian ocean. View exceptional vistas of the three cirques of Mafate, Salazie, and Cilaos as you hike!
Standing tall at 3070 m, Piton des Neiges is the highest point on Réunion Island. A volcano which has been extinct since long, Piton des Neiges proves to be a sought after hiking destination on the Island. The name literally translates to the Snow Peak, however, the peak is rarely covered with snow and is seldom white.
The trip offers one of the most exceptional sunrises you are ever likely to see. Get ready to view stunning sights of the active volcano of Piton de la Fournaise and the Grand Benare peak as you hike!
We will begin the loop- hike from the town of Cilaos. From here, we will head towards the base in a local bus. And off we go!
Traversing the lush Colored Wood Forest of Hauts, we will ascend the cliff to reach the mountain refuge of Piton des Neiges. The trail is beautiful and you will experience spectacular views of the Cirque of Cilaos and the Marsouins Plain as you walk through this moorland.
The next day we will start before sunrise to attempt the summit. Hiking on rocky terrain, we will reach the top where you will be rewarded with exceptional views. The cirques of Cilaos and Salazie stand right in front of you as you hike. The active volcano of Piton de la Fournaise is also visible from the top on a clear day.
The descent to the refuge is via the same way. We will reach Cilaos by evening and end this remarkable trip.
So don’t miss this incredible opportunity to hike to the highest point in the Indian Ocean. You may also like this 6-day tour of the Cirque of Mafate on Réunion Island.
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Kumari
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Lesley
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