The Grand Bassin Trail, below the summit of Piton Petit Louis, is a rewarding hiking experience. This trail takes you through lush tropical vegetation with breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and the verdant basin below. The trail is well marked and offers several scenic viewpoints where you can stop to soak in the serene scenery. As you descend, you will see waterfalls and hear the distant sound of flowing streams, adding to the natural ambiance.

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Freddy 🌞 ⛰

November 23, 2024

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Strenuous trail. Uphill and downhill. But the effort is absolutely worth it, as my predecessor already described. 😍

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Victor

July 28, 2025

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Super steep trail with beautiful view of the large basin

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1. Grand Bassin Trail – Grand Bassin Waterfall loop from Bois Court

15.8km

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1,160m

1,170m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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Elevation 1,310 m

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Location: Le Tampon, Saint-Pierre, Réunion, France

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