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Ride a two-seater quad across La Plaine des Sables to a vantage over Piton de la Fournaise. This three-hour rental covers moonlike lava fields, variable traction and a dramatic volcanic viewpoint—helmets and gloves provided.
Ride a two-seater quad across La Plaine des Sables to a vantage over Piton de la Fournaise. This three-hour rental covers moonlike lava fields, variable traction and a dramatic volcanic viewpoint—helmets and gloves provided.
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Operated by Bourbon Excursions - Location de Quad et 4x4 de Luxe · Bourg-Murat, Réunion
You leave the forest road and the island opens out: black volcanic sand, jagged lava flows and the wide, moonlike sweep of La Plaine des Sables beneath a vault of high sky. The quad hums beneath you as the track climbs toward the viewpoint that looks down on Piton de la Fournaise, one of the most active shield volcanoes on Earth.
moderate.
3 hours.
Light to moderate fitness: ability to sit and control a quad for several hours; suitable for most non-technical riders
Yes — drivers must be at least 21 and present a valid driving license; local category requirements (A/B or B, depending on issuance date) apply, so check with the operator beforehand.
Helmets and a pair of gloves for the driver are included; extras are often available for a small fee.
The experience is typically three hours and follows the forest road to La Plaine des Sables with a stop at the viewpoint overlooking Piton de la Fournaise.
Yes — a substantial deposit is required per quad (operator specifies amount) and there are health restrictions; the operator does not recommend the activity for pregnant travelers or those with serious heart conditions.
The eastern flanks of the volcano carry traces of 19th-century settlement and agricultural terraces; pathways were historically used for access to remote plantations and for observing eruptions.
Parc national de la Réunion is UNESCO-listed; stick to approved tracks to protect fragile volcanic soils and endemic plants, and avoid leaving any litter on the lava fields.
Bourbon Excursions - Location de Quad et 4x4 de Luxe operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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