{"id":2792,"date":"2024-07-03T09:17:13","date_gmt":"2024-07-03T07:17:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.latitude21.re\/the-essential-lava-tunnels-to-discover-absolutely-in-reunion\/"},"modified":"2024-07-03T09:17:13","modified_gmt":"2024-07-03T07:17:13","slug":"the-essential-lava-tunnels-to-discover-absolutely-in-reunion","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.latitude21.re\/en\/the-essential-lava-tunnels-to-discover-absolutely-in-reunion","title":{"rendered":"The essential lava tunnels to discover ABSOLUTELY in Reunion"},"content":{"rendered":"

Did you think you had seen everything in Reunion? Wait until you set foot (and hands!) in the island’s lava tubes. <\/em><\/p>\n

It’s an experience as cool as it is unusual, perfect to spice up your vacation. With a little touch of adrenaline and above all absolutely splendid landscapes, you will be amazed!<\/em><\/p>\n

But as always, the island doesn’t do things by halves. And these excursions start by choosing which lava tunnels in Reunion you are going to visit.<\/em><\/p>\n

Fortunately, this is where the Latitude 21, your<\/em> luxury hotel in Saint-Gilles-les-Bains<\/em><\/a> comes in by giving you a small detailed list of the different lava tunnels in Reunion not to be missed.<\/em><\/p>\n

Prepare your headlamp, we’ll take you into the bowels of the earth.<\/em><\/p>\n

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What is a lava tube?<\/h2>\n

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But before giving you the list of the most beautiful lava tunnels in Reunion, let’s go over the basics: what is a lava tunnel?<\/strong><\/p>\n

In a few words, it is one of the most impressive landscapes<\/strong> you can see on the island.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Visualize rivers of molten lava<\/strong> digging their way beneath layers of hardened rock… That’s it, are you there?<\/p>\n

The lava tunnels of Reunion Island were formed during past eruptions of Piton de la Fournaise,<\/strong> one of the most active volcanoes in the world.<\/p>\n

Today, they are cooled, safe to explore, and above all, spectacular to see.<\/p>\n

Which means that in addition to being very impressive, they are also steeped in history: you are looking at an eruption that may be several decades old.<\/strong> Just that !<\/p>\n

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Which lava tunnels in Reunion Island to absolutely visit?<\/h2>\n

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That’s it, here we are: the list (non-exhaustive, of course) of lava tunnels in Reunion Island to see at all costs. And don’t worry, there’s something for all levels of walkers and explorers.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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The lava flow tunnel 2004: perfect for beginners<\/h3>\n

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Are you new to underground exploration<\/strong> ? The 2004 casting tunnel is for you.<\/p>\n

Easy to access, not too physically demanding<\/strong> , and brimming with incredible volcanic formations, this tunnel is a perfect introduction to the fascinating world of underground lava.<\/strong> And don’t worry, the guides<\/strong> are there to make sure you don’t turn into a bat!<\/p>\n

>>> Learn more about the Lava Tunnel from the 2004 flow in Sainte-Rose<\/a><\/a><\/p>\n

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The blue tunnel, a true spectacle of colors<\/h3>\n

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Unique in its kind, the Blue Tunnel owes its name to the iridescent reflections that the light creates on its walls. It’s a bit like being in a nightclub , but in the heart of a volcano!<\/strong> <\/p>\n

More demanding than the 2004 tunnel, the Blue Tunnel is for those looking for a little more adventure<\/strong> .<\/p>\n

Crawling<\/strong> , climbing<\/strong> , and marveling<\/strong> are on the program.<\/p>\n