Backpacking the GRR2 on La Réunion🇷🇪

Backpacking the GRR2 on La Réunion🇷🇪

Harmen Hoek
Hike the iconic trails of Réunion Island with this comprehensive guide to the GRR2, or Sentier de Grande Randonnée R2. This trek showcases the island's diverse landscapes, from lush coastal forests and volcanic plains to the dramatic cirques and the highest peak in the Indian Ocean, Piton des Neiges. The route is split into 8 flexible stages that can be completed in 7-12 days and is designed for those seeking to experience both wild camping or stays in the island’s charming gîtes. Along the way, you will encounter remote villages, stunning viewpoints, and the unique flora and fauna of Réunion. This guide provides all the necessary information, including the best camping spots, gîtes reservations, how to get there, when to go, trail conditions, weather, geography, and much more. What this guide includes: - A flexible itinerary for different lengths and difficulty levels - Distances, best overnight (camping) options, and other useful waypoints - Custom Google Maps with all the important locations, such as campsites, water sources, grocery stores, airports, trails, public transport stops, and viewpoints - GPX-tracks of all the routes - Practical information on how to get there, how to get around, when to go, trail conditions, weather, geography, and more. - Detailed descriptions of the trekking route, including landmarks, terrain, and elevation changes. Get an impression on YouTube.com/HarmenHoek
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The GRR2, or Sentier de Grande Randonnée R2, offers an incredible trekking experience across Réunion Island, showcasing its diverse landscapes and rich cultural heritage. This itinerary takes you through some of the island's most scenic and challenging terrain, from the lush forests and coastal vistas of Saint-Denis to the rugged, volcanic landscapes near Piton de la Fournaise. Along the way, you'll pass through the remote and enchanting Cirque de Mafate, the picturesque town of Cilaos, and ascend to the highest peak in the Indian Ocean, Piton des Neiges.

Below the itinerary, you'll find practical information on how to get there, when to go, trail conditions, and more to help you plan your adventure.

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