The Bassin de la Mer from the Bassin de la Paix

If you are arriving via the N2, take the Beauvallon exit, head towards the sea and, fairly quickly, turn left towards Bassin de la Paix (signposted). Go back under the N1 and follow the road that runs alongside the Rivière des Roches to the Bassin de la Paix car park. The road is not in very good condition. The area is quite busy, so parking can be tricky

(S/E). The starting point is at the bridge over the river just at Bassin de la Paix: enjoy the view from the bridge. Then stay on the right bank of the river and start the walk by following the farm track that passes between sugar cane fields. At the beginning, the valley is quite wide, which allows for the planting of cane fields, then it narrows and the track becomes a path that is still very passable: there are practically no stony areas.

(1) At this point, the path overlooks the river with only a small barrier tape for safety: with children, this is where you need to be careful. About thirty metres further on, a permanent stream covers the path for about 50 metres: the stones are a little slippery. You are now almost at the end of the outward journey.

(2) Ignore a very steep staircase that descends to the right towards the Bassin de la Mer: access is prohibited! Instead, continue for a good hundred metres and descend a few steps to reach the magnificent viewpoint over the Bassin de la Mer and its waterfall: be careful, there is no protective barrier.

(3) Turn around and follow the same path in the opposite direction to return to the car park (S/E).

Remember to bring drinking water. Although the trail is not difficult, good walking shoes are recommended. Only part of the hike is shaded.

In October 2025, the traces of the cyclone are still clearly visible in part of the valley.

The various pools, the vegetation, lots of birds.