Piton des Neiges - Hell Bourg - Gite de la caverne dufour
Ascension du piton des neiges la plus longue par Salazie en passant par le Cap Anglais.
Hiking Difficult
- Distance
- 10 km
- Ascent
- 1.5 km
- Descent
- 41 m
- Duration
- 4-5 hrs
- Low Point
- 989 m
- High Point
- 2.5 km
- Gradient
- 15˚
This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's very remote, it features high exposure and is typically done between September and December. From a low point of 989 m to the maximum altitude of 2.5 km, the route covers 10 km, 1528 vertical metres of ascent and 41 vertical metres of descent.
Description
Randonnée à préparer, exigeante. Dénivellé important, être en bonne forme physique.
Difficulty
Difficult
Hiking trails where obstacles such as rocks or roots are prevalent. Some obstacles can require care to step over or around. At times, the trail can be worn and eroded. The grade of the trail is generally quite steep, and can often lead to strenuous hiking.
High Exposure
Some trail sections have exposed ledges or steep ascents/descents where falling could cause serious injury.
Remoteness
Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.
Best time to visit
Features
- Wildlife
- Summit Hike
- Forestry or heavy vegetation