The 4 most beautiful waterfalls easily accessible in Reunion Island (without effort)

cedripedro
Jul 23
2 min read

Updated: Aug 2

Welcome to the intense island! When we think of Reunion Island, we often imagine long hours of hiking through cirques and along ramparts. However, it is entirely possible to admire spectacular waterfalls without putting on trekking boots.

Whether you are with family with young children, accompanied by people with reduced mobility, or simply looking for a refreshing break during your road trip, here is our selection of the 4 most easily accessible waterfalls on the island.

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1. Cascade Niagara (Sainte-Suzanne) — Access by car

Located in the north of the island amidst sugarcane fields, Niagara Falls lives up to its name with its impressive width during the rainy season. It is undoubtedly the most accessible waterfall on the entire island.

Location : Sainte-Suzanne (Nord)
Walking time : 0 minutes (direct access from the parking lot)
Access : Parking lot located right at the foot of the pool.
Local tip : This is a very popular spot for Sunday picnics. For a more peaceful experience, visit during the week or early in the morning.

2. Cascade Langevin / Grand Galet (Saint-Joseph) — The must-see of the Wild South

Considered one of the most magnificent waterfalls on Réunion Island, Grand Galet reveals a curtain of dozens of springs gushing from the cliff. A breathtaking natural spectacle that requires no physical effort to admire.

Location : Saint-Joseph / Vallée de Langevin (Sud)
Walking time : 0 minute
Access: Visible directly from the roadside. A parking lot is located just opposite the waterfall.
Local advice: The road winding along the Langevin River is narrow. Take it easy and enjoy the many viewpoints overlooking the river.

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3. Le Voile de la Mariée (Salazie) — The view from the road.

As you venture into the Cirque de Salazie, this succession of waterfalls cascading down a verdant mountainside offers a legendary postcard of Reunion Island.

Location : Salazie, on the road to Hell-Bourg (D48)
Walking time : 0 minute
Access: Viewing platform set up by the roadside with parking spaces.
Local advice : Bring binoculars or a good camera lens: the waterfall is best viewed from the other side of the valley, providing a stunning panoramic view.

4. Cascade Biberon (Plaine-des-Palmistes) — The Giant of the Highlands

At 240 meters high, the Cascade Biberon is an impressive waterfall nestled in a setting of lush vegetation in the heart of the highlands.

Location : La Plaine-des-Palmistes (Est / Hauts)
Walking time : 0 minute (viewpoint)
Access: A specially designed viewpoint makes it very easy to observe from the road.
Le conseil local : The weather in the highlands can quickly become overcast in the afternoon. Ideally, visit in the morning to enjoy clear skies.