A mountain of flavors and traditions, a destination that is on of the most popular of the French, Cilaos deserves its name: the place that you never want to leave. The Reunion Island has three natural Cirques that offer a great show: Mafate, Salazie and Cilaos.
Located at the foot of the majestetic Piton des Neiges, after the famous “Route des 400 virages” from which the view is already breathtaking, the town center of Cilaos has a historical such as modern character. There are small bridges, colorful shops, Creole houses, small fountains and the church Notre-Dame-des-Neiges.
Famous for its authentic cuisine, you can not go through Cilaos without tasting beans, endemic specialties of the Cirque but also the wine from Cilaos or its sparkling water. Being highly regarded of the sources of the volcanic origin, the town has several thermal baths, that also offer wellness treatments.
Cilaos is also a starting point for fabulous hikes: the waterfall of Bras-Rouge, the col of Taïbit, the path of Sources and the Piton des Neiges. Canyoning is an frequently activity practiced at Cilaos, too. The city of Cilaos is part of the “Creole Villages” consisting of 15 cities, selected to represent best the natural and cultural diversity of the Reunion Island.
We offer an excursion with departure of the Palm Hotel & Spa ****:
Departure at 7am – Arrival at 16:30pm
- Excursion to the Bras Rouge waterfall
- La roche merveilleuse (viewpoint)
- Le Chais de Cilaos
- Tea house “ Le Tsilaosa” (maybe before returning to the hotel)
Departure from Saint-Pierre, an overflying of Cilaos and Mafate. Duration of 25 minutes, returning over the lagoon of Saint-Pierre.
Complete overflying of the volcano and the three Cirques: a duration of 45 minutes: A visit of the three Cirques, the “Trou de Fer” and the volcano. Returning over the lagoons of Saint-Leu and Saint-Gilles when departing from the west. Returning over the lagoon of Saint-Pierre, when departing from the South.
Possibility of departure from the heliport of the Palm on the basis of 6 paying guests.
Information and reservation: Phone: 02 62 56 30 30 – Concierge Service
