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The Top 16 Lakes around Réunion

Looking to visit the best lakes around Réunion? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Réunion’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!

Last updated: November 18, 2025

Grand Galet Waterfall

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A popular place for swimming and fishing. Ideally you should go there from Trou Noir on foot. The serpentine road is very narrow and steep. When driving uphill on no …

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Alfred Basin

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The river here forms several small natural basins. Nestled in the hollow of dense vegetation, they offer a pleasant and refreshing break.

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Bassin Vital Waterfall

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Very beautiful basin, in the rainy season you can also see the waterfall. After having climbed from the car park, it is advisable to start on the left in the fork, and make a loop.

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Water Hen Pond

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The small lake is the namesake of the adjacent town and recreational area of the locals. On the north and west banks are some brick fireplaces - but unfortunately many …

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Cormorants' Basin

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Access to the waterfall is now prohibited, you can still go see it but you can no longer swim because it is a drinking water reserve.

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Bassin de la Mer Waterfall

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Do not forget swimwear and bath towel!

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Pond of the Rushes

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Popular meeting point in Cilaos with restaurants and picnic areas

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Bassin la Paix Waterfall

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An absolutely beautiful lake and a beautiful waterfall. Also suitable for bathing, but very cold :-)

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View of the Grand Étang

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View of the lake. Unfortunately something grown.

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Bassin Bœuf Waterfall

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The Sainte-Suzanne river has many beautiful waterfalls with a basin. You can cool down wonderfully in it.

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The Top 16 Lakes around Réunion

Grand Galet Waterfall

Alfred Basin

Bassin Vital Waterfall

Water Hen Pond

Cormorants' Basin

Bassin de la Mer Waterfall

Pond of the Rushes

Bassin la Paix Waterfall

View of the Grand Étang

Bassin Bœuf Waterfall

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