Reunion Island or the Indian Ocean’s Beautiful Mountains

Each of the Indian Ocean islands has its own identity and a charm of its own. One thing for sure is that they are all beautiful! And it’s high time for you to discover Reunion Island. This little piece of France lost in the middle of the Indian Ocean is a gem that should meet all your requirements and provide you with an idyllic holiday.

Reunion Island is unique. Its volcano, Piton de la Fournaise, is one of the most active in the world. It shapes the landscape of the island and offers unforgettable (one would be tempted to say) performances during its explosions and lava flows. Listed "Natural Asset" on the Unesco World Heritage Site list in 2010, the Piton de la Fournaise is a must. Many hiking trails, such as the Plaine des Sables one, can be used for exploring the real force of nature. From the shoreline to the top, you will discover rock and red sand and almost no vegetation. This is a landscape one expects on Mars. For those who claim to be brave, excursions are possible in the Lava Tunnels. Guided by an expert, discover the bowels of the volcano. 

The least one can say is that Reunion Island is a destination with exceptional natural resources. For thousands of years the volcano has shaped the island and has led to the creation of multiple mountain ranges. The island is now a paradise for hikers and climbers. The 900 km of marked trails - for all levels - offer a wide variety of landscapes: forests in the east, sugar-cane fields in the west or the Mars looking scenerary on top of the volcano... A Discovery circuit, ideal for family hiking was developed to understand the volcanic formation of the island. Thematic hiking are held regularly, like the bivouac to the summit of Piton des Neiges (highest point of the Indian Ocean with its 3000m) and gourmet paths or hiking on the ‘’Au Clair de la Lune’’ route. We advise you to climb the Piton Maido which is over 2000m above sea level, and offers a spectacular view of Mafate and much of the west coast.

Of course, when one thinks of islands, one automatically thinks of beaches. That being said, it is a fact that Reunion Island has plenty of beaches. In every corner of the island… It offers more than 30 km of beaches and extremely well preserved lagoons. Come snorkel and observe clown fish, moray, turtles and other marine species. All these treasures are protected by the Marine Nature Reserve. Enjoy lagoons without fear because these areas are secured and monitored continuously by lifeguards. You can go on the west coast, specifically in Saint-Pierre, Saint-Leu or Roches Noires. For the curious, at L'Etang Salé you can sunbathe on a somewhat unusual beach. Of volcanic origin, the sand is black.

As you can see, Reunion Island will surprise you. At all levels ..