Immerse yourself in the bewitching universe of vanilla, the black gold of Reunion Island, and embark on an unforgettable sensory journey on the Road of the 5 senses. For a day, let yourself be guided by a local expert and discover the secrets of this precious spice. Equipped with your electric mountain bike, crisscross the green landscapes and breathe in the intoxicating scent of vanilla.
Discovering vanilla!
You start your day with a tasty Creole breakfast at the fairgrounds of Bras-Panon. To the rhythm of maloya, this traditional music listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, let yourself be transported by the authenticity of the local culture. You then explore a shared garden, a small haven of peace where nature and culture are expressed in all its splendor.
Then direction the banks of the Rivière des Roches. Once there, you learn the ancestral art of vacoa braiding, this emblematic plant of the island. You make your own handcrafted souvenirs thanks to the wise advice of a local association.
For lunch, enjoy an authentic meal featuring vanilla. A festival of flavors awaits you in a restaurant in the town, where each dish is an ode to this exceptional spice.
After the meal, you visit the Vanilla cooperative and discover behind the scenes of the production of this black gold. You observe these precious orchids, the harvesting and processing techniques.
An immersion on the road of the 5 senses
The 5 senses route is much more than a simple excursion, it is a total immersion in the soul of Reunion Island. Let yourself be enchanted by the beauty of the landscapes, the richness of the culture and the incomparable flavors of vanilla.
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