Discovery of the lava tubes 2004 of Piton de la Fournaise

5.0 · 493 Reviews

Overview

Come and discover the magical universe of the lava tunnels of the 2004 flow of Piton de la Fournaise in the town of Sainte-Rose with our instructors specialized in volcanology • 2h30 hiking-caving circuit underground easy level accessible from 5 years old in a recent lava tunnel filled with exceptional basaltic formations (lava waterfalls, vitrified walls, benches, lava stalactites, lava stalagmites etc...) • Supervision in small groups of 8 people maximum for more safety and conviviality. • Specific clean and quality equipment provided • Photo report and aperitif offered at the end of each visit • Visits possible in French and English • It is necessary to be able to walk on all fours for about 15 meters so to have sufficient mobility to participate in this activity

What's Included

photo report and aperitif offered at the end of the visit

Helmet, Gloves, Knee Pads and powerful headlamp

Professional local guides in speleology and specialized in volcanology

Small groups 10 people maximum / guide

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Minimum age 5 years

Abrasive and cutting medium

Young people under 18 must be accompanied by an adult

Baby carrier prohibited

Compulsory equipment: Kway, Long pants worn, T-shirt worn, closed shoes worn high, preferably, spare clothes, 1L of water / person minimum

Visits possible in French or English (Not all guides speak English)

Visits can be canceled in case of meteorological vigilance

Confirmed outings with a minimum of 3 people

Not recommended for people with back problems

Not recommended for people with knee problems

Not recommended for people with asthma and heart

Not recommended for pregnant women

Not accessible to people with reduced mobility or in a wheelchair

It is necessary to be able to walk on all fours for about 15 meters so to have sufficient mobility to participate in this activity

Reviews

5.0

based on 493 reviews

5 stars
485
4 stars
6
3 stars
0
2 stars
0
1 star
2

© 2020-2026 UrbanGuard.

Tours and experiences provided through Viator.

Rejoining the server...

Rejoin failed... trying again in seconds.

Failed to rejoin.
Please retry or reload the page.

The session has been paused by the server.

Failed to resume the session.
Please retry or reload the page.