Lion Mountain
Incredible view of the lagoon.
Please note that the hike is difficult and poorly marked (especially the section through the sugar cane fields). Much of the hike involves climbing, with rocky surfaces and some very exposed sections.
Avoid in rainy weather and if you are afraid of heights.
Bring mosquito repellent.
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Activity: Walking -
Distance: 4.60 km -
Average duration: 2h 40 -
Difficulty: Very difficult -
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Back to start: Yes -
Ascent: + 477 m -
Descent: - 473 m -
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Highest point: 438 m -
Lowest point: 23 m
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Country:
Mauritius
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Start/End: S 20.37392° / E 57.72716° -
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Waypoints
- S/E : km 0 - alt. 23 m - Lion Mountain Road
- 1 : km 0.21 - alt. 31 m - Crossroads
- 2 : km 0.81 - alt. 77 m - Entrance to the forest
- 3 : km 1.79 - alt. 371 m - Fork
- 4 : km 2.05 - alt. 436 m - Lion Mountain
- 5 : km 2.83 - alt. 286 m - Crossroads
- 6 : km 2.97 - alt. 305 m - Summit
- S/E : km 4.6 - alt. 23 m - Lion Mountain Road
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