To explore a lava tunnel is to enter a cooled flow and walk through the geological history of the island. Here's how to prepare for your outing with Antre Terre et Mer.
Age, level and contraindications
Minimum age
- From 5 years (according to exploration)
Level
- From easy à sports
- Pace and route adapted to the group
Contraindications
- Reduced mobility
- Pregnancy
- Heart or respiratory problems
Equipment: what's provided and what you bring
Equipment supplied
- Helmet
- Headlamp
- Gloves
- Knee pads
- + Harness / lanyards for : Bassin Bleu, 2007, Combo, Rivière des Remparts, Trou d'eau
To bring
- Closed shoes
- Long trousers (worn)
- Long-sleeved T-shirt (worn)
- Small bag with: rain jacket, sun cream, mosquito repellent, water, snacks
- A change of clothes for afterwards
Advice : take clothes that are safe. In a tunnel, it rubs and gets dirty... and that's normal!
A typical outing
- Safety briefing and presentation of the site
- Approach walk on a runway or footpath
- Underground exploration (2h to 7h depending on the formula): volumes, concretions, colours
- Reading the landscape outside: island, volcano, eruption - to better understand what you're going to see inside
Weather & rescheduling
Sun or rain: we adapt. In the event of bad weather, free reprogramming when necessary.
Safety: our priority
- Qualified guide
- Clear protocol
- Standardised equipment, checked and cleaned after each use
- Smooth, educational progress
Plus Antre Terre et Mer
- Limited groups: the ideal? 4 to 6 people
- Insured benefits from 2 persons (private exit)
In a nutshell
- From 5 years, equipment provided, various levels
- Take clothes that are safe
- Book in advance: limited places