Sud · Le Tampon
Grand Bassin
An isolated village at the bottom of a cirque, reachable only on foot
Duration
4h
Distance
8 km
Elevation gain
600 m
Route
Out-and-back
An îlet (hamlet) tucked at the bottom of a secondary cirque, reachable only on foot or by cable car, renowned for its waterfalls and swimming pools.
The route
A long out-and-back hike from the Bois Court viewpoint, above the Plaine des Cafres, to the isolated îlet of Grand Bassin, with the option of continuing to the Voile de la Mariée waterfall. The descent crosses forested areas and dry-stone walls that bear witness to long-standing farming. The climb back up is where most of the effort lies, with more than 1,100 metres of elevation to regain.
Step by step
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Start · Bras-de-la-Plaine car park
Stage 1
Bois Court viewpoint
Stage 2
Îlet de Grand Bassin
Stage 3
Dry-stone walls
Stage 4
Old orchards
Stage 5
Voile de la Mariée waterfall
Trailhead
Sources (2)
- https://www.reunion.fr/offres/grand-bassin-le-tampon-fr-575431/
- ONF — arrêté n°2026-1657 du 22 septembre 2026
