Piton des Neiges - Gite de la caverne dufour - Sommet
2h d'ascenscion à faire pour le lever du soleil.
Hiking Moderate
- Distance
- 2.4 km
- Ascent
- 378 m
- Descent
- 5 m
- Duration
- 0-1 hrs
- Low Point
- 2.7 km
- High Point
- 3.1 km
- Gradient
- 14˚
This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's remote, it features medium exposure and is typically done between September and December. From a low point of 2.7 km to the maximum altitude of 3.1 km, the route covers 2.4 km, 378 vertical metres of ascent and 5 vertical metres of descent.
Description
Superbe randonnée courte (2h) pour arriver au sommet de l'océan Indien.
Difficulty
Moderate
Hiking along trails with some uneven terrain and small hills. Small rocks and roots may be present.
Medium Exposure
The trail contains some obstacles such as outcroppings and rock which could cause injury.
Remoteness
Away from help but easily accessed.
Best time to visit
Features
- Picturesque
- Summit Hike