Grand Bassin Viewpoint
Hiking Highlight (Segment)
Recommended by 58 out of 59 hikers
This Highlight goes through a protected area
Please check local regulations for: Parc national de La Réunion (aire d'adhésion)
This segment may be dangerous
Parts of this Highlight comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.
Tips
The Grand Bassin, a steep descent to a cozy hamlet. It goes down 800 m from Bois Court to Grand Bassin, once a village with a good 200 inhabitants, who could take care of themselves very well down there until cyclones and storms destroyed their plantations. About 15 residents have stayed, they live mainly from tourism and rent their gîtes to hikers and weekend guests who like to come here because of the peace and quiet.
At the stream Bras de Ste-Suzanne there is a beautiful swimming pool with a waterfall that falls 40 m deep. Don't forget your bathing suit.translated by
•July 15, 2020
On the way to the basin, the stream has to be crossed once, but you can usually get across without getting your feet wet. 😀
translated by•November 23, 2024
In the know? Log-in to add a tip for other adventurers!