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Half-day Mountain biking descents on Maïdo, Réunion Island (France)

Head to the heights of Réunion Island on a day hike to Maïdo for picturesque panoramic views of the Cirque de Mafate with fully-certified Indian Ocean Island Adventure Guides.


TRIP TYPE

Private and Group

DURATION

1/2 Day

OFFER PERIOD

Jun - Aug

FITNESS LEVEL

Fit

SKILL LEVEL

All Levels

PAYMENT METHODS

Credit Card, Wire Transfer and more!

  • Peddle along thrilling trails suited to your level of skill and ability.
  • Capture stunning scenery of the rugged Indian Ocean island.
  • Benefit from having a leader during the mountain biking trip.

Description

Peddle through pristine and breathtaking natural scenery while zooming down some strong descents of Maïdo, looking out across the coastline of Réunion Island.

Rising on the west coast of the island, floating on the Indian Ocean, is the rocky and volcanic peak of Maïdo.

Standing above the city of Saint Paul, the peak holds panoramic views of the Cirque de Mafate, a beautiful caldera that was formed from the collapse of a volcano.

Pristine beaches protected by precious coral reef, rocky formations, thick forest, thrilling trails. The wild landscape outside of Saint Paul is breathtaking and perfect for thrilling biking adventures.

There is a collection of zigzagging trails that are suited to all levels of ability.

For those seeking simple rides with little technical difficulty, then the Discovery Trail is ideal. During the 3-hour ride from the top of Maïdo, which rests at 2,200 meters, you descend to Saint-Gilles les Bains. You’ll discover unique vegetation such as gorse forest and sugar cane fields among others.

Seekers of stronger challenges head to the Maxi Coco Trail, beginning on hard volcanic ground, which can be tricky to navigate. Following a single track through forest, prairies and fields before ending in the dry savannah with picture-perfect views of the Saint Paul bay.

For those looking for a demanding challenge then look no further than the Megavalanche Trail, where you’ll peddle down the well-known Megavalanche. From the top of Maïdo you’ll ride along the edges of the Cirque de Mafate and down into forests and fields and end on a rocky trail to the famous watermill of Saint Paul.

Set among natural lands and sprinkled with isolated villages and hamlets, mountain biking is the most thrilling way to explore this rocky island.

Get in touch now to reserve your place on thrilling biking trails around the rocky Réunion Island on a half-day biking adventure.

Price includes

- Guiding fee

Price details

This price is for a minimum group of 2.

Secure your spot with just 25% payment

48-hour free cancellation with 30-day advance booking


About the guide: Indian Ocean Island

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