Best Travel Guide Reunion Island

Reunion IslandGuide was updated: 2024-05-01

Escape to the enchanting island of Réunion, a tiny dot of land in the Indian Ocean, where lush rainforests, towering volcanic peaks, and pristine beaches invite adventurous souls. Embark on thrilling hikes through rugged terrain, marvel at the dramatic landscapes of Piton de la Fournaise—one of the world's most active volcanoes—indulge in the island's rich Creole cuisine, or simply unwind on the sandy shores while soaking in the warm tropical sun.

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With its abundance of natural beauty, Reunion is an island where any traveller is spoilt for choice. Do keep in mind that most locations up in the mountains are best visited before noon, since view-obstructing clouds tend to thicken at higher elevations as the day progresses. Dress in layers: the heat in waterside valleys below is misleading, and quickly turns to chilly winds up on the hilltops.

Piton de Fournaise

Put your hiking shoes on and plan a day trip up the magnificent Piton de Fournaise volcano - one of the most active peaks in the world. Joining a guided tour is highly recommended, not to mention wearing appropriate clothing, as temperatures tend to fall dramatically the higher up you go.

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Le Maido

The island's north holds one of its most scenic spots at the le Maido summit, where stunning views over Reunion's west coast unfold before the eyes of enthralled visitors. To avoid madding crowds and possible weather changes, head to the summit early in the morning on a clear day.

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Domaine du Café Grillé

A fascinating adventure through the island's past via the over 900 plant species contained in this well-maintained botanical garden awaits visitors to the domaine du Café Grillé, where the journey starts at a modern creole garden and ends at a lush forest containing indigenous plants.

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Cirque de Mafate

The stunning, secluded caldera of Mafate is the place several tiny villages call home. Reaching the dazzling remote location is certainly worth the hike. Keep in mind there are not paved roads to go up, hence hiking for hours is unavoidable. For a better experience, it is recommendable to depart in the early morning hours from the Maido or Cilaos.

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Jardin des Parfums et des Epices

Tropical flower fragrances fill the air already in the garden's parking lot, and the abundance of flower species becomes apparent once visitors set foot in the lush gardens. Learn and marvel at the indigenous plants, flowers, and spices.

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Maison Folio

The authentic Creole villa is now open for public tours, the owners gladly walk visitors through the well-preserved 19th-century house and lush garden premises. Although tours in English are available at certain times, the schedule for them depends on the tour guide, and they're currently unpredictable.

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Population:	981,796 (2023)
Currency:	1 Euro = 100 cents
Emergency Numbers:	Ambulance: 15 Police: 17 Fire: 18 Accident and Emergency Department: 112
Newspapers:	Le Quotidien: www.lequotidien.re Témoignages: www.temoignages.re
Opening Hours:	Most businesses are closed on Sundays. Some restaurants open for lunch and dinner only, and remain closed between around 2pm and 7pm.
Tourist Information:	Office de Tourisme Nord Reunion +33 262 41 83 00 14 Rue de Paris, Saint-Denis Mon–Sat 9am–6pm, Sun 9am–1pm www.lebeaupays.com