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📍  Saint-Paul Pond

✈️  Pierrefonds Airport (ZSE)

🚗  56.6 KM

⏱️  1 hour, 4 minutes

Saint-Paul Pond, also known as Étang de Saint-Paul, is a significant natural wetland and Ramsar site in Réunion, offering a tranquil escape for nature lovers and birdwatchers. The site features generally accessible walking trails suitable for most visitors, though specific paths may vary in accessibility for wheelchairs. While exploring solo is common for leisurely walks and birdwatching, guided tours, often provided by the nature reserve, offer deeper ecological insights and are highly recommended. The reserve is typically open year-round, though access might be temporarily restricted during extreme weather events like cyclones. General entry to the reserve is usually free, with a typical visit duration ranging from 1 to 3 hours for a comprehensive exploration. Visitors should bring binoculars for birdwatching, wear sun protection, use insect repellent, and adhere to reserve rules by staying on marked paths and respecting the local flora and fauna.