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/Echappée sportiveGuaranteed departure from 5 participants
Trail/Trek (10 days)
Spectacular and demanding, two words that characterize Diagonale des Fous, one of the world's leading trails.
We offer you a non-competitive, user-friendly version, allowing you to combine the pleasure of running in majestic landscapes and the discovery of an island in the Indian Ocean with its marked and wild relief.
Reserved for trained and adventurous trail runners, 10 days of hiking-race where the steep trails impose their rhythms on us.
Accommodation: lodgings, refuges, hotel.
The wild nature of the island means that luggage transfer is not possible at every stage.
We will therefore have to carry a bag for 2 to 3 days, 4 to 6kg (with water).
A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP
/Echappée sportive The trail route of the famous “Diagonale des Fous”, but in several days.
Guaranteed departure from 5 participants
Trail/Trek (10 days)
Spectacular and demanding, two words that characterize Diagonale des Fous, one of the world's leading trails.
We offer you a non-competitive, user-friendly version, allowing you to combine the pleasure of running in majestic landscapes and the discovery of an island in the Indian Ocean with its marked and wild relief. Reserved for trained and adventurous trail runners, 10 days of hiking-race where the steep trails impose their rhythms on us.
Accommodation: lodgings, refuges, hotel.
The wild nature of the island means that luggage transfer is not possible at every stage.
We will therefore have to carry a bag for 2 to 3 days, 4 to 6kg (with water).
THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT
- 2 days in the isolated circus of Mafate
- The ascent to Piton des Neiges (3070 m)
- The Bélouve primary forest and the Trou de Fer
- Running on the Volcano of La Fournaise
- Swimming in the lagoon of Hermitage les Bains
THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT
- 2 days in the isolated circus of Mafate
- The ascent to Piton des Neiges (3070 m)
- The Bélouve primary forest and the Trou de Fer
- Running on the Volcano of La Fournaise
- Swimming in the lagoon of Hermitage les Bains
Included
- The accommodation
- Food until breakfast J14
- Local transport
- Supervision and collective equipment.
- And if you purchased the program with the flights: international outbound and return flights and airport transfers.
Not Included
- Personal equipment
- The meals on D14 and D15
- Drinks and personal expenses
- Optional insurance as well as any other supplement not provided for in the program.
- And if you purchased the program on land only (without flights): international outbound and return flights and airport transfers.
The program
Day by dayDay of arrival
Day 1 - Night flight to Saint-Denis.
Day 2 - Saint Gilles
Arrival at the airport of St Denis de La Réunion (North of the island), reception and transfer to Saint Gilles on the west coast (45 km).
Day 2 - Saint Gilles
Arrival at the airport of St Denis de La Réunion (North of the island), reception and transfer to Saint Gilles on the west coast (45 km).
Contact the guide, free time at the edge of the Indian Ocean, swimming in the lagoon.
Dinner and night at the hotel in Saint Gilles.
Dinner and night at the hotel in Saint Gilles.
During your stay
Day 3 - Saint Gilles/Roche Ecrite
Transfer in the morning to the Camp Mamode car park, in Le Brulé. Departure of the ascent for La Roche Ecrite with a few extra things in the backpack because we will only find our luggage on Day 6 in Cilaos.
Transfer in the morning to the Camp Mamode car park, in Le Brulé. Departure of the ascent for La Roche Ecrite with a few extra things in the backpack because we will only find our luggage on Day 6 in Cilaos.
Picnic at noon. Night and meal at the cottage in La Roche Ecrite.
3 to 4 hours of hike-run, altitude difference +1080m/-436m.
Day 4 - Roche-Ecrite/Islet de La Nouvelle/Cirque de Mafate
Ascension of the rampart of La Roche Ecrite to Salazie, crossing the Cirque de Salazie by Grand Ilet then by the upper Mafate trail, by the Plaine des Merles, Col de Fourche (1900m above sea level), then descent into the Cirque de Mafate to Ilet de la Nouvelle. Picnic at noon. Night in a cottage, dinner on site.
5 to 7 hours of hike-run, altitude difference +1160m/-1560m.
Day 5 - Cirque de Mafate/Roche Plate/Marla Island
In the heart of the Cirque de Mafate, departure from La Nouvelle at an altitude of 1240 m for the Roche Plate site via the Bronchard Pass trail. Then we go along the rampart of Bénard to arrive at Marla Island, 1660m. Picnic at noon. Night in a cottage, dinner on site.
5 to 6 hours of hike-run, altitude difference +1060m/-870m-.
Day 6 - Marla/Cilaos
Departure from the Marla cottage to Cilaos via the Taîbit pass at an altitude of 2082 m.
Crossing the Ilet à corde road to Bras Rouge, passage to the ancient baths, possibility of swimming, then arrival at the village of Cilaos. Picnic at noon. Night in a cottage, dinner on site. Access to luggage.
4 to 6 hours of hike-run, altitude difference +730m/-1100m.
J7 - Cilaos
Relaxing day in Cilaos, stroll to the chapel or rest to enjoy the thermal baths and their hydro-massage baths. Picnic at noon. Night in a cottage, dinner on site.
Day 8 - Cilaos/Refuge du Piton des Neiges
Short day but steep climb via Bras sec, Mare à Joseph trail, Kerveguen hill to reach the Piton des Neiges refuge located at an altitude of 2479 m, night and meal at the refuge. We carry a few extra things in the backpack because we will only find our luggage on J10 in Bourg Murat. Picnic at noon. Night in a cottage, dinner on site.
3 hours of hike-run with an altitude difference of +1345m/-100m.
Day 9 - Piton des Neiges/Bélouve
Ascension to the highest point of Reunion Island at 3070m to be at the summit at sunrise. Return to the refuge, breakfast, then descent to the Cap Anglais trail. Depending on the motivation of the group, we go back to the Cirque de Salazie where we follow the ridge to directly reach the Bélouve cottage. In the afternoon, a short trip back and forth in the primary forest to the spectacular Trou de Fer. Picnic at noon. Night in a cottage, dinner on site.
6 to 7 hours of hike-run, altitude difference +740m/-1860m.
J10 - Bélouve/Bourg Murat
Departure from the Bélouve cottage for the Bébourg pass, ascent the rampart to reach the Biberon pasture plateau located at 1630m, cross the Mare à Mud plateau to the village of Bourg Murat located at an altitude of 1595m. Picnic at noon. Night in a cottage, dinner on site. Access to luggage.
5 to 6 hours of hike-run, altitude difference +317m/-160m.
J11 - Bourg Murat/Volcano
Departure from the Bourg Murat cottage for the Fournaise volcano via the Textor peak, basalt rampart and the crossing of the Plaine des Sables, legendary landscapes of the Diagonale du Fou. Picnic at noon. Night at the Volcan cottage, dinner on site.
4 to 6 hours of hiking, altitude difference +880m/-250m, light bags because luggage is transferred by vehicle to the cottage.
Day 12 - La Fournaise volcano
Day dedicated to the discovery of the La Fournaise volcano through the crater circuit, where we will have the impression of running on the moon. Picnic at noon. Night at the Volcan cottage, dinner on site.
3 to 4 hours of hike-run, altitude difference +478m/-478m.
D13 - Descent of the volcano of La Fournaise/Basse Vallée/Saint Gilles
Long descent to Basse Vallée by the Puy Ramond trail to the Lower Valley cottage then we continue our descent to the road. Transfer to Hermitage les Bains. Picnic at noon. Night at the hotel, dinner on site.
5 to 6 hours of hike-run, altitude difference +80m/-2290m.
3 to 4 hours of hike-run, altitude difference +1080m/-436m.
Day 4 - Roche-Ecrite/Islet de La Nouvelle/Cirque de Mafate
Ascension of the rampart of La Roche Ecrite to Salazie, crossing the Cirque de Salazie by Grand Ilet then by the upper Mafate trail, by the Plaine des Merles, Col de Fourche (1900m above sea level), then descent into the Cirque de Mafate to Ilet de la Nouvelle. Picnic at noon. Night in a cottage, dinner on site.
5 to 7 hours of hike-run, altitude difference +1160m/-1560m.
Day 5 - Cirque de Mafate/Roche Plate/Marla Island
In the heart of the Cirque de Mafate, departure from La Nouvelle at an altitude of 1240 m for the Roche Plate site via the Bronchard Pass trail. Then we go along the rampart of Bénard to arrive at Marla Island, 1660m. Picnic at noon. Night in a cottage, dinner on site.
5 to 6 hours of hike-run, altitude difference +1060m/-870m-.
Day 6 - Marla/Cilaos
Departure from the Marla cottage to Cilaos via the Taîbit pass at an altitude of 2082 m.
Crossing the Ilet à corde road to Bras Rouge, passage to the ancient baths, possibility of swimming, then arrival at the village of Cilaos. Picnic at noon. Night in a cottage, dinner on site. Access to luggage.
4 to 6 hours of hike-run, altitude difference +730m/-1100m.
J7 - Cilaos
Relaxing day in Cilaos, stroll to the chapel or rest to enjoy the thermal baths and their hydro-massage baths. Picnic at noon. Night in a cottage, dinner on site.
Day 8 - Cilaos/Refuge du Piton des Neiges
Short day but steep climb via Bras sec, Mare à Joseph trail, Kerveguen hill to reach the Piton des Neiges refuge located at an altitude of 2479 m, night and meal at the refuge. We carry a few extra things in the backpack because we will only find our luggage on J10 in Bourg Murat. Picnic at noon. Night in a cottage, dinner on site.
3 hours of hike-run with an altitude difference of +1345m/-100m.
Day 9 - Piton des Neiges/Bélouve
Ascension to the highest point of Reunion Island at 3070m to be at the summit at sunrise. Return to the refuge, breakfast, then descent to the Cap Anglais trail. Depending on the motivation of the group, we go back to the Cirque de Salazie where we follow the ridge to directly reach the Bélouve cottage. In the afternoon, a short trip back and forth in the primary forest to the spectacular Trou de Fer. Picnic at noon. Night in a cottage, dinner on site.
6 to 7 hours of hike-run, altitude difference +740m/-1860m.
J10 - Bélouve/Bourg Murat
Departure from the Bélouve cottage for the Bébourg pass, ascent the rampart to reach the Biberon pasture plateau located at 1630m, cross the Mare à Mud plateau to the village of Bourg Murat located at an altitude of 1595m. Picnic at noon. Night in a cottage, dinner on site. Access to luggage.
5 to 6 hours of hike-run, altitude difference +317m/-160m.
J11 - Bourg Murat/Volcano
Departure from the Bourg Murat cottage for the Fournaise volcano via the Textor peak, basalt rampart and the crossing of the Plaine des Sables, legendary landscapes of the Diagonale du Fou. Picnic at noon. Night at the Volcan cottage, dinner on site.
4 to 6 hours of hiking, altitude difference +880m/-250m, light bags because luggage is transferred by vehicle to the cottage.
Day 12 - La Fournaise volcano
Day dedicated to the discovery of the La Fournaise volcano through the crater circuit, where we will have the impression of running on the moon. Picnic at noon. Night at the Volcan cottage, dinner on site.
3 to 4 hours of hike-run, altitude difference +478m/-478m.
D13 - Descent of the volcano of La Fournaise/Basse Vallée/Saint Gilles
Long descent to Basse Vallée by the Puy Ramond trail to the Lower Valley cottage then we continue our descent to the road. Transfer to Hermitage les Bains. Picnic at noon. Night at the hotel, dinner on site.
5 to 6 hours of hike-run, altitude difference +80m/-2290m.
Last day
Day 14 Saint Gilles
Free day at Saint Gilles Hermitage les Bains, relaxation and swimming in the lagoon of Saint Gilles, free meals.
Free day at Saint Gilles Hermitage les Bains, relaxation and swimming in the lagoon of Saint Gilles, free meals.
Transfer in the evening to the airport for the night flight to take off.
J15 Arrival of the flight.
The course of this program is given for information purposes only. It may undergo modifications or adjustments, depending on technical criteria, safety requirements or the climatic conditions of the moment. In this case, only those responsible for UCPA supervision are authorized to take the necessary decision (s).
J15 Arrival of the flight.
The course of this program is given for information purposes only. It may undergo modifications or adjustments, depending on technical criteria, safety requirements or the climatic conditions of the moment. In this case, only those responsible for UCPA supervision are authorized to take the necessary decision (s).
SPOT
The Piton des Neiges
A magical hike on the roof of Réunion
The Piton des Neiges is the highest peak in the Indian Ocean (3071 meters above sea level). Asleep for 120 century, this volcano is said to be at the origin of the creation of two-thirds of the island. Despite its name, Piton des Neiges has no eternal snow or glaciers. It is one of the most popular hiking objectives on the island, in the heart of a wild and preserved nature. At the top, the view is breathtaking over the three circuses of Réunion, Mafate, Salazie and Cilaos, as well as the turquoise ocean that merges on the horizon with the sky.
ABOUT THE TRIP
Equipment Included
No equipment provided by UCPA.
Equipment Included
No equipment provided by UCPA.
Equipment not included
Bring 2 pieces of luggage (attention, no more than 20 kg in total)
1 Trail backpack (20L) to carry your belongings for a few days (from D3 to J6, then from D8 to D10) because some refuges are not accessible by vehicle.
1 Trail backpack (20L) to carry your belongings for a few days (from D3 to J6, then from D8 to D10) because some refuges are not accessible by vehicle.
1 piece of luggage (40 to 60 liters) that will be carried per vehicle.
Recommended personal equipment
Cap or scarf
Hat or headband
Sunglasses (minimum 3 protection)
3 “breathable” T-shirt (s)
Fleece fur jacket
1 windbreaker
Waterproof and breathable Goretex jacket
1 pantyhose or 'corsair'
2 shorts
4 pairs of trail socks
1 swimsuit
Trail shoes suitable for cross-country running*
1 water bag at least 1.5 l and possibly 2 small 250ml cans
Telescopic batons
Travel and evening clothing and spare parts
Sandals
Personal pharmacy (see Health chapter)
1 headlamp
From June to September (austral winter), bring more warm clothes, gloves and a hat.
*See Trail category running shoe models at Le Vieux Camper (Vibram type soles, stone guards)
Be careful not to come with a new pair, take the time to run with them before your stay.
Sleeping (Cottages and refuges are equipped with blankets)
Useless sleeping bag. For your comfort, it is best to provide a cotton sheet bag, which is as light as possible.
Recommended personal equipment
Cap or scarf
Hat or headband
Sunglasses (minimum 3 protection)
3 “breathable” T-shirt (s)
Fleece fur jacket
1 windbreaker
Waterproof and breathable Goretex jacket
1 pantyhose or 'corsair'
2 shorts
4 pairs of trail socks
1 swimsuit
Trail shoes suitable for cross-country running*
1 water bag at least 1.5 l and possibly 2 small 250ml cans
Telescopic batons
Travel and evening clothing and spare parts
Sandals
Personal pharmacy (see Health chapter)
1 headlamp
From June to September (austral winter), bring more warm clothes, gloves and a hat.
*See Trail category running shoe models at Le Vieux Camper (Vibram type soles, stone guards)
Be careful not to come with a new pair, take the time to run with them before your stay.
Sleeping (Cottages and refuges are equipped with blankets)
Useless sleeping bag. For your comfort, it is best to provide a cotton sheet bag, which is as light as possible.
Equipment not included
Bring 2 pieces of luggage (attention, no more than 20 kg in total)
1 Trail backpack (20L) to carry your belongings for a few days (from D3 to J6, then from D8 to D10) because some refuges are not accessible by vehicle.
1 piece of luggage (40 to 60 liters) that will be carried per vehicle.
Recommended personal equipment
Cap or scarf
Hat or headband
Sunglasses (minimum 3 protection)
3 “breathable” T-shirt (s)
Fleece fur jacket
1 windbreaker
Waterproof and breathable Goretex jacket
1 pantyhose or 'corsair'
2 shorts
4 pairs of trail socks
1 swimsuit
Trail shoes suitable for cross-country running*
1 water bag at least 1.5 l and possibly 2 small 250ml cans
Telescopic batons
Travel and evening clothing and spare parts
Sandals
Personal pharmacy (see Health chapter)
1 headlamp
From June to September (austral winter), bring more warm clothes, gloves and a hat.
*See Trail category running shoe models at Le Vieux Camper (Vibram type soles, stone guards)
Be careful not to come with a new pair, take the time to run with them before your stay.
Sleeping (Cottages and refuges are equipped with blankets)
Useless sleeping bag. For your comfort, it is best to provide a cotton sheet bag, which is as light as possible.
1 Trail backpack (20L) to carry your belongings for a few days (from D3 to J6, then from D8 to D10) because some refuges are not accessible by vehicle.
1 piece of luggage (40 to 60 liters) that will be carried per vehicle.
Recommended personal equipment
Cap or scarf
Hat or headband
Sunglasses (minimum 3 protection)
3 “breathable” T-shirt (s)
Fleece fur jacket
1 windbreaker
Waterproof and breathable Goretex jacket
1 pantyhose or 'corsair'
2 shorts
4 pairs of trail socks
1 swimsuit
Trail shoes suitable for cross-country running*
1 water bag at least 1.5 l and possibly 2 small 250ml cans
Telescopic batons
Travel and evening clothing and spare parts
Sandals
Personal pharmacy (see Health chapter)
1 headlamp
From June to September (austral winter), bring more warm clothes, gloves and a hat.
*See Trail category running shoe models at Le Vieux Camper (Vibram type soles, stone guards)
Be careful not to come with a new pair, take the time to run with them before your stay.
Sleeping (Cottages and refuges are equipped with blankets)
Useless sleeping bag. For your comfort, it is best to provide a cotton sheet bag, which is as light as possible.
Physical intensity
Intensity **** Great shape - Trail
Physical Intensity - **** Great Fitness
You are able to go on outings of more than 6 hours.
Physical Intensity - **** Great Fitness
You are able to go on outings of more than 6 hours.
Physical intensity
Intensity **** Great shape - Trail
Physical Intensity - **** Great Fitness
You are able to go on outings of more than 6 hours.
Physical Intensity - **** Great Fitness
You are able to go on outings of more than 6 hours.
Level of expertise
Trail - Level 3
You train 3 or 4 times a week. You have already run marathons or medium distance trails (30-45 km). The altitude difference is necessarily significant and you may have nights in the mountains (refuge or lodge).
You train 3 or 4 times a week. You have already run marathons or medium distance trails (30-45 km). The altitude difference is necessarily significant and you may have nights in the mountains (refuge or lodge).
Level of expertise
Trail - Level 3
You train 3 or 4 times a week. You have already run marathons or medium distance trails (30-45 km). The altitude difference is necessarily significant and you may have nights in the mountains (refuge or lodge).
You train 3 or 4 times a week. You have already run marathons or medium distance trails (30-45 km). The altitude difference is necessarily significant and you may have nights in the mountains (refuge or lodge).
Portage
Carrying level 2
1 week program:
Carrying personal belongings for 5 days and picnics for 2 or 3 days, i.e. 8 to 12 kg.
1 week program:
Carrying personal belongings for 5 days and picnics for 2 or 3 days, i.e. 8 to 12 kg.
2 week program:
Carrying personal belongings and picnics for 2 or 3 days, i.e. 10 to 12 kg, for the duration of the stay.
Carrying personal belongings and picnics for 2 or 3 days, i.e. 10 to 12 kg, for the duration of the stay.
Portage
Carrying level 2
1 week program:
Carrying personal belongings for 5 days and picnics for 2 or 3 days, i.e. 8 to 12 kg.
2 week program:
Carrying personal belongings and picnics for 2 or 3 days, i.e. 10 to 12 kg, for the duration of the stay.
1 week program:
Carrying personal belongings for 5 days and picnics for 2 or 3 days, i.e. 8 to 12 kg.
2 week program:
Carrying personal belongings and picnics for 2 or 3 days, i.e. 10 to 12 kg, for the duration of the stay.
Restauration
During the trek, meals prepared with the help of the participants or by the lodge keepers (local cuisine often of Indian origin).
At noon, cold meal “special for trail runners”.
Some grocery supplies are planned but do not hesitate to bring some if you have particular habits or are a heavy consumer.
Restaurants in Saint Denis and Saint Gilles.
Some grocery supplies are planned but do not hesitate to bring some if you have particular habits or are a heavy consumer.
Restaurants in Saint Denis and Saint Gilles.
Restauration
During the trek, meals prepared with the help of the participants or by the lodge keepers (local cuisine often of Indian origin).
At noon, cold meal “special for trail runners”.
Some grocery supplies are planned but do not hesitate to bring some if you have particular habits or are a heavy consumer.
Restaurants in Saint Denis and Saint Gilles.
At noon, cold meal “special for trail runners”.
Some grocery supplies are planned but do not hesitate to bring some if you have particular habits or are a heavy consumer.
Restaurants in Saint Denis and Saint Gilles.
Management
Mountain guide, trailer. The role of the guide is to guide you with maximum safety and to help you discover the environment.
Responsible for stewardship, he will appreciate, at the stage, the active and spontaneous participation of everyone in refueling, preparing meals, etc.
Management
Mountain guide, trailer. The role of the guide is to guide you with maximum safety and to help you discover the environment. Responsible for stewardship, he will appreciate, at the stage, the active and spontaneous participation of everyone in refueling, preparing meals, etc.
Important information
Technical Level/Physical Intensity ****
The intensity of the program is very high and excellent physical fitness is required.
The intensity of the program is very high and excellent physical fitness is required.
Evaluation: you train regularly and you are used to maintaining sustained efforts for several hours: you run 10 km in less than 45 min. You train 3 or 4 times a week.
You are able to run 4 hours without stopping. You have already run marathons or medium distance trails (30-45 km).
A sporty trek taking place on trails in varied terrain: high-altitude tropical forests, lava desert, cultivated areas near mountain villages.
Effort sometimes intense due to the significant differences in altitude and the stiffness of the trails, but no particular technical difficulty. However, it should be noted that after a rainy period some passages remain wet and slippery for a long time, (in particular the Le Piton - Bélouve stage and the descent through the Happy Valley).
Important! For the success of the internship, for everyone to fully benefit from it as well as for safety reasons, it is necessary that you have the required levels. If this is not the case, our management may, if necessary, refuse that you follow the program. It will not necessarily be possible to offer you a replacement program and we will not be able to reimburse you for your internship. Don't overestimate yourself!!!
Given the intensity of this program, a medical examination is strongly recommended to ensure there are no contraindications to the intense effort found in trail running. An exercise test is also recommended for participants over the age of 40.
Electricity
The current used is 220 Volts. Same sockets as in mainland France.
You are able to run 4 hours without stopping. You have already run marathons or medium distance trails (30-45 km).
A sporty trek taking place on trails in varied terrain: high-altitude tropical forests, lava desert, cultivated areas near mountain villages.
Effort sometimes intense due to the significant differences in altitude and the stiffness of the trails, but no particular technical difficulty. However, it should be noted that after a rainy period some passages remain wet and slippery for a long time, (in particular the Le Piton - Bélouve stage and the descent through the Happy Valley).
Important! For the success of the internship, for everyone to fully benefit from it as well as for safety reasons, it is necessary that you have the required levels. If this is not the case, our management may, if necessary, refuse that you follow the program. It will not necessarily be possible to offer you a replacement program and we will not be able to reimburse you for your internship. Don't overestimate yourself!!!
Given the intensity of this program, a medical examination is strongly recommended to ensure there are no contraindications to the intense effort found in trail running. An exercise test is also recommended for participants over the age of 40.
Electricity
The current used is 220 Volts. Same sockets as in mainland France.
Important information
Technical Level/Physical Intensity ****
The intensity of the program is very high and excellent physical fitness is required.
Evaluation: you train regularly and you are used to maintaining sustained efforts for several hours: you run 10 km in less than 45 min. You train 3 or 4 times a week.
You are able to run 4 hours without stopping. You have already run marathons or medium distance trails (30-45 km).
A sporty trek taking place on trails in varied terrain: high-altitude tropical forests, lava desert, cultivated areas near mountain villages.
Effort sometimes intense due to the significant differences in altitude and the stiffness of the trails, but no particular technical difficulty. However, it should be noted that after a rainy period some passages remain wet and slippery for a long time, (in particular the Le Piton - Bélouve stage and the descent through the Happy Valley).
Important! For the success of the internship, for everyone to fully benefit from it as well as for safety reasons, it is necessary that you have the required levels. If this is not the case, our management may, if necessary, refuse that you follow the program. It will not necessarily be possible to offer you a replacement program and we will not be able to reimburse you for your internship. Don't overestimate yourself!!!
Given the intensity of this program, a medical examination is strongly recommended to ensure there are no contraindications to the intense effort found in trail running. An exercise test is also recommended for participants over the age of 40.
Electricity
The current used is 220 Volts. Same sockets as in mainland France.
The intensity of the program is very high and excellent physical fitness is required.
Evaluation: you train regularly and you are used to maintaining sustained efforts for several hours: you run 10 km in less than 45 min. You train 3 or 4 times a week.
You are able to run 4 hours without stopping. You have already run marathons or medium distance trails (30-45 km).
A sporty trek taking place on trails in varied terrain: high-altitude tropical forests, lava desert, cultivated areas near mountain villages.
Effort sometimes intense due to the significant differences in altitude and the stiffness of the trails, but no particular technical difficulty. However, it should be noted that after a rainy period some passages remain wet and slippery for a long time, (in particular the Le Piton - Bélouve stage and the descent through the Happy Valley).
Important! For the success of the internship, for everyone to fully benefit from it as well as for safety reasons, it is necessary that you have the required levels. If this is not the case, our management may, if necessary, refuse that you follow the program. It will not necessarily be possible to offer you a replacement program and we will not be able to reimburse you for your internship. Don't overestimate yourself!!!
Given the intensity of this program, a medical examination is strongly recommended to ensure there are no contraindications to the intense effort found in trail running. An exercise test is also recommended for participants over the age of 40.
Electricity
The current used is 220 Volts. Same sockets as in mainland France.
Weather
The tropical climate of Réunion is mitigated by insularity and altitude. The East Coast gets a lot of rain, while the West Coast is much drier.
The hottest season, the southern summer from December to March, is also the rainy season.
Cooler and drier, the austral winter from May to November, is the most pleasant and most suitable season for hiking.
In July and August, it can freeze at altitude. There can be a 15°C difference between the coastline and the 2,600 m of the summit cone of La Fournaise. It is therefore imperative to equip yourself accordingly.
Time difference: +3 hours compared to Paris.
Cooler and drier, the austral winter from May to November, is the most pleasant and most suitable season for hiking.
In July and August, it can freeze at altitude. There can be a 15°C difference between the coastline and the 2,600 m of the summit cone of La Fournaise. It is therefore imperative to equip yourself accordingly.
Time difference: +3 hours compared to Paris.
Weather
The tropical climate of Réunion is mitigated by insularity and altitude. The East Coast gets a lot of rain, while the West Coast is much drier.
The hottest season, the southern summer from December to March, is also the rainy season.
Cooler and drier, the austral winter from May to November, is the most pleasant and most suitable season for hiking.
In July and August, it can freeze at altitude. There can be a 15°C difference between the coastline and the 2,600 m of the summit cone of La Fournaise. It is therefore imperative to equip yourself accordingly.
Time difference: +3 hours compared to Paris.
The hottest season, the southern summer from December to March, is also the rainy season.
Cooler and drier, the austral winter from May to November, is the most pleasant and most suitable season for hiking.
In July and August, it can freeze at altitude. There can be a 15°C difference between the coastline and the 2,600 m of the summit cone of La Fournaise. It is therefore imperative to equip yourself accordingly.
Time difference: +3 hours compared to Paris.
Hosting
Lodges or refuges in villages or in the mountains. Hotel in Ermitage-les-Bains.
Hosting
Lodges or refuges in villages or in the mountains. Hotel in Ermitage-les-Bains.
Transport
In accordance with the regulations, we are giving you the names of the airlines that may be used by UCPA on this destination: Air France, Air Caraïbes, Corsair...
On these companies, the maximum authorized baggage weight is 23 kg in the hold and up to 5 kg in the cabin within the limits of the authorized dimensions (unless modified by the company).
Transport
In accordance with the regulations, we are giving you the names of the airlines that may be used by UCPA on this destination: Air France, Air Caraïbes, Corsair...
On these companies, the maximum authorized baggage weight is 23 kg in the hold and up to 5 kg in the cabin within the limits of the authorized dimensions (unless modified by the company).
On these companies, the maximum authorized baggage weight is 23 kg in the hold and up to 5 kg in the cabin within the limits of the authorized dimensions (unless modified by the company).