AN ASSISTANT: jeremy PEROCHEAU
My name is Jérémy and I'm 33 years old. A sports coach, professional fireman and seasoned globetrotter, I'm a Wellness Voyages guide. Committed to serving others since I was 16, being part of the Wellness Voyages team is an obvious choice! As a trekking and thrill-seeking enthusiast, I'll be happy to share my experience with you to ensure that yours is unforgettable!
Reunion Island, nicknamed "L'île Intense", is a paradise for trekking enthusiasts.
Located in the southern hemisphere, in the heart of the Mascareignes archipelago, this tropical island offers unforgettable trekking routes for thrill-seekers.
Between the majestic Piton de la Fournaise volcano, rugged mountains and local traditions, Réunion offers tailor-made trekking tours rich in unique experiences.
Almost half of the island is protected by the Parc National de la Réunion, and its pitons, cirques and remparts are listed as UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Reunion, with its trails and encounters, offers an unforgettable trekking adventure, combining unspoilt nature and cultural richness.
DAY 1 - Welcome to Reunion Island
After discovering the island from above on arrival.
You'll be met by your local guide at St Denis Roland Garros airport
Then it's off to the cirque de Cilaos!
To reach it, you'll take the road known as the road of 400 bends.
A winding road with breathtaking views!
Afternoon relaxation and discovery of the village of Cilaos, renowned for its embroidery, lentils and wine-making.
Check-in at your 3* hotel, followed by dinner.
DAY 2 - Cilaos - Marla
After breakfast, we plunge into the heart of the Cilaos cirque and reach the Bras Rouge waterfall.
We then climb up to the Col du Taïbit, the natural boundary between the Cilaos and Mafate cirques.
The view from either side is superb!
Then we descend to Marla, the highest islet in the Mafate cirque.
Check-in and dinner at the gîte.
Ascent: 1310m
Ascent: 880m
Estimated walking time: 6h
DAY 3 - Marla - Roche Plate
After breakfast, you leave Marla and follow the Rivière des Galets to reach the atypical Trois Roches waterfall, an ideal spot for a picnic.
You then follow the Maïdo rampart to reach the Roche Plate islet.
Another day full of wonder despite the effort!
Check-in and dinner at the gîte.
Ascent +: 350m
Ascent -: 860m
Estimated walking time: 5h
DAY 4 - Roche Plate - Cayenne
Leaving the Roche Plate islet, you reach La Brèche.
You then switch to Les Orangers, and continue downhill to Les Lataniers and the Rivière des Galets.
You then reach Cayenne.
Settling in and dinner at the gîte.
Ascent: 460m
Ascent: 1030m
Estimated walking time: 5h15
DAY 5 - Cayenne - Aurère
After breakfast, you continue your tour of the Mafate cirque, passing through a number of small islets: Grand Place, îlet à Bourse, îlet à Malheur...
These are very small villages with their own special charm.
Another facet of the island.
You then reach Aurère.
Installation and dinner at the gîte.
Ascent: 890m
Ascent: 510m
Estimated walking time: 5h
DAY 6 - Aurère - Pas de Bellecombe
After breakfast, you leave the pretty village of Aurère, cross îlet à Malheur and take the Scout trail out of the cirque de Mafate.
The views over the Bas Mafate are superb!
Your driver will take you to the massif de la Fournaise and its lunar landscapes.
A symbol of the island, filled with emotion as you admire the panorama!
Installation and dinner at the gîte.
Ascent +: 960m
Ascent -: 240m
Estimated walking time: 4h
DAY 7 - Piton de la Fournaise - West Coast
Early departure for the ascent of one of the most active volcanoes on the planet.
You descend into the enclosure and soon reach the first Formica Léo crater.
Along the way, you can admire small craters in the enclosure and various lava flows.
Then you come to the Dolomieu crater viewpoint.
Open your eyes wide for a breathtaking panorama!
Return to the gîte by the same route.
Then off to your hotel in La Saline les Bains, with direct access to the beach!
Time to relax...
Check-in and dinner at your hotel for 2 nights.
Ascent: 630m
Ascent: 630m
Estimated walking time: 6h
DAY 8 - West Coast
Take advantage of your free day to visit or simply relax!
You'll be spoilt for choice: dolphin-watching cruises, scuba diving or paragliding, helicopter flights over the island, paddle-boarding in the lagoon and the beautiful beaches of the west (Ermitage, Boucan Canot, Roche Noires...) and much, much more!
Dinner and overnight in your 3* hotel in a single room
DAY 9 - Goodbye meeting!
Free day to enjoy the charms of the West.
You will then be transferred to the airport in the late afternoon.
Check-in and board your return flight.