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Hiking: Authentic immersion in Mafate

Small Group
Digital
480 minutes
French
  • An astonishing introduction in 4x4 by the track of the Galets river.
  • A local professional guide from the Bureau Montagne Réunion.
  • Discovery of fauna and flora
  • Discovery of the geology of cirques
  • Discovery of the history of the Mafate circus
  • Guaranteed departure every Tuesday and Saturday, from the first registered.
  • In the rainy season, when the 4×4 track is closed, we offer hiking in Maïdo every Tuesday and Saturday.
  • Small groups 12 people maximum.
  • Distance 12 km, elevation gain 550 m

Options

Every Tuesday and Saturday, FR

From₹6,832.55Per Person

What's included in Hiking: Authentic immersion in Mafate

(Subject to Option Inclusions)

We will gather at the foot of the 4X4 track, the gateway to our Mafataise immersion. The adventure begins with 30 minutes in a 4x4 (in addition, to be paid to the driver €26/person), surrounded by the impressive ramparts. Arrived at the end of the track, we will start walking on a regular path, fording the river several times. The opportunity for your guide to tell you about the volcanic formation of the island and the history of the settlement of the circus. We will trace the traces of the first inhabitants to the first "Ilets". We will make the return journey passing as close as possible to the river, where we will enjoy a refreshing pool. Note: This hike requires you to walk several times in the water (water depth below the knees). Hike offered outside the rainy season. In the rainy season, we offer our hike "Sur les remparts de Mafate, le Maïdo". A good understanding of French is necessary to participate in this activity. Recommended minimum age: 12 years old. For any child under 12, please contact us for more information. We cannot accept minors under the age of 18 unaccompanied by an adult.

Inclusions

  • A local drink and snack.
  • Private transportation
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
  • Hiking in French only. A correct understanding of the language is necessary.

Meet

Pickup and Dropoff

You will make your own way to the meeting points

Meeting / End Points

  • Car park at the Rivière des Galets, rue de la Liberté, La Possession. Take the dirt road to the barrier.

Redeem

Ticket Redemption

Direct access

The guide in charge will contact you by phone the day before at the end of the afternoon, after the last weather report. Be sure to provide us with a contact phone number.

Operator

Bureau Montagne Reunion