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The Voile de la Mariée waterfall from Salazie
Visorando Member
1.51 mi
+427 ft
-446 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from Salazie (Réunion)
An easy walk to the foot of the magnificent waterfall called the Voile de la Mariée. This round route is not difficult.
Le Trou de Fer via the Bélouve lodge and the Allée Cavalière trail
5.89 mi
+738 ft
-722 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Salazie (Réunion)
Le Trou de Fer is an iconic location on Reunion Island. Countless waterfalls plunge into this immense and impressive cavity. Located in the east of Reunion, it is one of the wettest places on the island! It can be reached from Bras-Panon and from the Bélouve forest. From this dense forest, there are three possible access routes: via the Trou de Fer trail, the bridle path or the École Normale trail.
Cap Anglais
8.70 mi
+4,117 ft
-4,098 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Salazie (Réunion)
A very challenging circular walk that takes you through the beautiful, colourful forest on the heights of Bélouve whilst offering splendid views across the entire Cirque de Salazie. The climb to Cap Anglais is gruelling and very difficult, and most of the elevation gain is on this section. Going the other way, the circular route is a little easier. The walk passes through the village of Hell-Bourg, where you can stock up on supplies. Allow a little extra time to visit the village.
Bélouve Forest – Tamarinaie Trail
2.36 mi
+374 ft
-374 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Salazie (Réunion)
Although it is virtually impenetrable, the Bélouve Forest can be explored via a few more or less hidden trails. The Tamarinaie trail is certainly one of the most interesting. This circular route, starting from the Bélouve lodge, allows you to look out over the Salazie cirque and return to the start via the primary forest.
Please note: as of 24 June 2026, this trail is reportedly no longer passable.
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 and the Three Waterfalls
3.94 mi
+1,089 ft
-1,093 ft
2h 45
Moderate
Departure from Salazie (Réunion)
The village of Hell Bourg is one of the most beautiful on the island. Many tourists come especially to see the beautiful Creole houses and their guétali. The village has numerous museums and offers a wide range of accommodation options. This circular route takes you past the village's main attractions. It is suitable for families and the only difficulty is the return trip to the Three Waterfalls: the access is challenging, but short, and the site is enchanting.
Crossing the Bélouve and Bébour forests, starting from Hell-Bourg
8.19 mi
+2,375 ft
-2,388 ft
5h 50
Difficult
Departure from Salazie (Réunion)
Crossing the forests of Bébourg and BélouveHiking in Réunion: Closed trailsview the decree
From Hell-Bourg to Bélouve
3.32 mi
+1,791 ft
-1,795 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Salazie (Réunion)
The Cirque de Salazie is renowned for its hikes. The one linking Hell-Bourg to Bélouve is a classic. It climbs along a rampart for about 500 m of elevation gain. The climb is often winding and rarely difficult, although the slope is present almost all the way. Much of the hike is in the undergrowth. However, this climb offers sumptuous views of the entire cirque, with the final viewpoint at the lodge providing a spectacular finale.
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.
The Trou de Fer from Hell-Bourg and a circular tour through the Belouve Forest
12.09 mi
+3,133 ft
-3,136 ft
8h 15
Difficult
Departure from Salazie (Réunion)
A lovely hike starting from the magnificent village of Hell-Bourg to reach the impressive Trou de Fer site, and a circular route to explore the Bélouve Primeval Forest.
Cascade-Blanche
2.02 mi
+1,004 ft
-981 ft
1h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-André (La Réunion) (Réunion)
From the Pont-de-L'Escalier car park, take a path of about three and a half kilometres that will take you to Cascade-Blanche, the third highest waterfall in France.
Circular route in the Terre Plate Forest from Hell-Bourg
3.53 mi
+1,663 ft
-1,640 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Salazie (Réunion)
A fairly technical circular route starting from the Creole village of Hell-Bourg in the Terre Plate Forest, offering beautiful panoramic views of the stunning Cirque de Salazie.
Le Trou de Fer via the École Normale trail
6.70 mi
+709 ft
-715 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Benoît (La Réunion) (Réunion)
Trou de Fer is an iconic location on Reunion Island. Countless waterfalls plunge into this immense and impressive cavity. Located in the east of Reunion, it is one of the rainiest places on the island!It is accessible from Bras-Panon and from the Bélouve Forest. From this dense forest, there are three possible access routes: via the Trou de Fer trail, the Allée Cavalière or the École Normale trail.
Piton Plaine des Fougères via Maison Martin and the Plaine des Fougères
9.66 mi
+2,152 ft
-2,152 ft
6h 20
Moderate
Departure from Sainte-Marie (La Réunion) (Réunion)
The Cirque de Salazie is dominated by several peaks, including Piton Plaine des Fougères. Two trails, starting from the Plaine des Fougères, lead to the eponymous peak and form a circular route. The plain is home to countless tamarind trees, each as remarkable as the next. The return trail features a few information boards. The southernmost section runs alongside an imposing escarpment, offering magnificent views of the Cirque de Salazie.
Belvédère de la Fenêtre
3.50 mi
+2,608 ft
-2,631 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Salazie (Réunion)
This trail will take you to the viewpoint overlooking the natural cirque of Salazie. A breathtaking view, at least what remains of it when you reach the top.
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.
From Col des Bœufs to La Nouvelle
Tourist office
7.02 mi
+2,087 ft
-2,073 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from La Possession (Réunion)
The hike from Col des Bœufs to La Nouvelle offers an accessible route for exploring the Cirque de Mafate. This excursion can be done in one day or over two days if you book a lodge. It allows you to discover the Plaine des Tamarins, the small hamlets of La Nouvelle (considered the capital of Mafate) and Marla.
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.
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.
Bras Cabot botanical trail: arum circular
0.82 mi
+30 ft
-26 ft
0h 25
Easy
Departure from Saint-Benoît (La Réunion) (Réunion)
If you have between half an hour and 45 minutes to spend in the magnificent Bébour Forest, especially with children, here is a very pretty walk that starts in undergrowth filled with arums (ideal in hot, humid weather) and continues in an enchanted forest atmosphere with lichen, twisted trees, etc. Absolutely no difficulty walking.
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.
Cilaos le Bloc - Dufour Refuge
2.19 mi
+3,668 ft
-72 ft
4 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Cilaos (Réunion)
A gruelling 4-hour climb over log steps or very slippery boulders leading to the Refuge de la Caverne Dufour.
Piton des Neiges and Coteau Kervéguen
10.06 mi
+6,227 ft
-6,158 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Cilaos (Réunion)
The ascent of Piton des Neiges, the highest point on the island of Réunion (and in the entire Indian Ocean), offers a unique 360° panorama. This is a popular hike, for which we suggest a less travelled descent route.
The Pic Adam circular
4.64 mi
+1,873 ft
-1,873 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Denis (La Réunion) (Réunion)
Pic Adam is a peak in the north of the island that is visible for several kilometres around due to its distinctive shape. There are two ways to reach it, both of which are described in this guide. This hike allows you to explore a small section of the trail linking La Roche Écrite to Bois de Nèfles. From its vantage point, there is a breathtaking panorama of the entire north. Its name comes from one of the island's first botanists.
La Nouvelle - Le Bélier
4.09 mi
+1,926 ft
-1,227 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from La Possession (Réunion)
The final stage of the Mafate circular loop.
Ascent to the Col du Taïbit
Association / Club / Walk leader
4.02 mi
+2,851 ft
-2,838 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Cilaos (Réunion)
A round trip to enjoy the view at Col du Taïbit. View of the Cirque de Cilaos and, on the other side, the Cirque de Mafate. On the way, you will pass by Îlet des Salazes.
Roche Écrite from Camp Mamode
11.69 mi
+3,553 ft
-3,553 ft
8h 30
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Denis (La Réunion) (Réunion)
Roche Écrite offers a beautiful view of the Cirque de Salazie, Gros Morne, Piton des Neiges, Col des Boeufs (access to Mafate) and beautiful views of the Cirque de Mafate, Grand Bénare and Maido. From Camp Mamode, access is less difficult than from Grand Ilet and shorter than from Dos d'Âne.
The Col du Taïbit from the road from Ilet to Cordes
4.62 mi
+2,805 ft
-2,805 ft
4h 35
Difficult
Departure from Cilaos (Réunion)
This hike provides access to the Cirque de Mafate from the Îlet à Cordes road, leading to the Cirque de Cilaos. It is a classic route in this part of the island. It also forms part ofthe GR® R1 andGR® R2 trails. Admittedly, this hike is not for everyone, but the view from the pass is spectacular when the weather permits. We will pass through Îlet des Salazes, known for its herbal tea.
Marla - Cilaos
2.65 mi
+1,588 ft
-2,687 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Paul (La Réunion) (Réunion)
Third and final day in the Cirque de Mafate, heading back to Cilaos.
The tour of the Grand Étang and the Bras d'Annette waterfalls
4.42 mi
+420 ft
-430 ft
2h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Benoît (La Réunion) (Réunion)
The natural reservoir of the Grand Étang allows you to spend a few hours walking in the woods and admiring one of the island's rare lakes. There are no difficulties except for a narrow passage between the cliff and the lake shore, which is secured by a handrail (and can be bypassed), and access to the Bras d'Annette waterfalls, with its narrow path and a few slightly high steps. But what a treat for the eyes, with several waterfalls and a pool that invites meditation and picnics.
Marla - Roche Plate
5.15 mi
+1,037 ft
-2,726 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Paul (La Réunion) (Réunion)
Stage 3 of the 6-day route in the Cirque de Mafate.
On this stage, we’ll make our way from Marla to Roche Plate via the superb site of the 3 Roches. It is here that the Galets River disappears into an impressive crevasse.
The Roche Plate site is situated directly below the Maïdo viewpoint.
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