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Bassin Pilon walks
Pools and waterfalls on the Sainte-Suzanne River
Visorando Member
5.51 mi
+1,975 ft
-1,991 ft
4h 15
Difficult
Departure from Sainte-Suzanne (La Réunion) (Réunion)
The Sainte-Suzanne River is teeming with remarkable pools and waterfalls. This walk takes in all the waterfalls between Bassin Cannes and Bassin Pilon. Most of the walk consists of a constant succession of fairly steep ascents and descents, some of which are quite dizzying. No fewer than ten waterfalls and pools can be seen on this walk, which is fairly short in terms of kilometres but will leave you with unforgettable memories.
Walks near Bassin Pilon
Sainte-Suzanne – Cambuston
4.24 mi
+79 ft
-23 ft
2h 00
Moderate
Departure from Sainte-Suzanne (La Réunion) (Réunion)
Twelfth stage, running close to the railway line. This stage is flat, but crossing the Sainte-Suzanne and Saint-Jean rivers may pose a problem for beginners. It is the second-shortest stage of the trek. This stage is divided into three sections: the first is urban, the second rural, and the third is urban again. However, there are fewer railway remains on this section, and those that are present have been left to fall into disrepair.
Sainte-Marie – Sainte-Suzanne
4.65 mi
+105 ft
-112 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Sainte-Marie (La Réunion) (Réunion)
The eleventh stage of the walk takes you right alongside the railway line. This stage is short and very easy. It is also the only section where you’ll follow the entire route of the railway line. This section is regularly used by joggers. The path runs fairly close to the coast and occasionally offers some lovely views of the sea. There are also numerous railway remains along this section.
Hell-Bourg – Caverne Dufour
5.26 mi
+5,292 ft
-240 ft
5 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Salazie (Réunion)
A warm-up hike to the Piton des Neiges, though this is only suitable for experienced walkers as the slope is steep.
Hell-Bourg – Caverne Dufour
7.39 mi
+5,259 ft
-266 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Salazie (Réunion)
You reach the most legendary point of the Tour des Trois Cirques as you approach Piton des Neiges. The prettiest path, even if it is longer, goes through the Bélouve Forest with its splendid view of Piton des Neiges and its mountainous surroundings, and the primeval forest with its twisted trees and wild vegetation. As you arrive at the Caverne Dufour, there is a magnificent view of the Fournaise volcano and the other craters.
Grand Place via the Augustave path and Aurère
8.87 mi
+3,615 ft
-5,833 ft
7h 15
Moderate
Departure from Salazie (Réunion)
A beautiful route offering the chance to explore Mafate and its extraordinary and varied views.
Le Bélier - Aurére
5.08 mi
+1,063 ft
-3,458 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Salazie (Réunion)
First stage in the Cirque de Mafate.
Aurére – Cayenne
4.46 mi
+1,565 ft
-2,812 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from La Possession (Réunion)
A detour to the centre of Mafate.
Dufour Cave - Cilaos
5.04 mi
+328 ft
-4,485 ft
2h 35
Difficult
Departure from Cilaos (Réunion)
Due to a typhoon passing near the island, bad weather prevented us from climbing to Piton des Neiges. So we descended directly to Cilaos from the Dufour cave refuge.
Caverne Dufour – Piton des Neiges – Cilaos
7.29 mi
+2,011 ft
-6,207 ft
5h 05
Difficult
Departure from Cilaos (Réunion)
It is on this final day that you reach the legendary summit of Piton des Neiges at sunrise. The descent in broad daylight offers a breathtaking view of this volcanic desert, which is gradually becoming covered in vegetation. The long descent towards Cilaos, following the other side of Piton des Neiges, takes you through a fascinating nature reserve.
Refuge Dufour – Piton des Neiges – Hell Bourg
7.96 mi
+2,041 ft
-6,946 ft
5h 25
Difficult
Departure from Cilaos (Réunion)
A gruelling hike (in terms of duration), with a night-time ascent of Piton des Neiges to watch the sunrise, a return to the refuge to collect your rucksack, then a descent to Hell Bourg. Consider spending a day in Hell Bourg and visiting the ancient thermal baths.