Reunion Island 5 Day Itinerary
Reunion Island 5-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival & St. Paul’s Village (Saint-Pierre)
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🛬 Arrive at Roland Garros Airport: Check the latest visa requirements for your nationality as some countries may require a visa or a travel authorization to enter France, which includes Reunion Island.
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🏨 Check-in at Hotel in Saint-Pierre: A charming town with colorful colonial architecture and a vibrant Creole atmosphere.
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🍛 Lunch: Try the local cuisine such as “Rougail saumon” (spicy smoked salmon) or “Galette farcies” (stuffed crepes).
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🌄 Evening: Visit the nearby Piton de la Fournaise Volcano, one of the world’s most active volcanoes. However, it’s advisable to visit with a local guide for safety reasons.
Day 2: Salazie Highlands & Mafate Plateau
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🌞 Morning: Drive through the lush Salazie Highlands, stopping at the traditional villages of Hières-Bajesse and Cilaos with their stunning waterfalls.
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🍽 Lunch: Savor a Creole meal in one of the local restaurants.
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🚗 Afternoon: Journey to the Mafate Plateau, a remote, untouched wilderness accessible only by foot or 4x4 vehicles. It’s essential to hire a local guide for this part of the trip.
Day 3: Grand Réunion National Park & Hell-Bourg
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🌄 Night: Camp in the Grand Réunion National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offering breathtaking views and diverse wildlife. Be sure to reserve your spot in advance.
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🌞 Morning: Explore the national park, hike to the Balaclava viewpoint or visit the famous Roiling Muds of Sainte-Rose.
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🍽 Lunch: Cook your own meal using local ingredients around a campfire.
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🚗 Afternoon: Drive to Hell-Bourg, a picturesque village known for its Creole houses and the famous Rhumerie de Château-Fort, where you can taste the island’s rum.
Day 4: St. Gilles Les Bains & Le Maïdo Beach
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🌞 Morning: Head to Saint-Gilles les Bains, a popular beach resort with clear waters and black sand beaches. Enjoy water activities such as snorkeling or diving to explore the rich marine life.
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🍽 Lunch: Lunch at one of the beachside restaurants.
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🌄 Evening: Visit Le Maïdo Beach for a beautiful sunset and dinner at La Cabane Perchée, a restaurant built on stilts over the ocean.
Day 5: Departure
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🏨 Check-out from your hotel
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✈️ Departure: Make sure to leave enough time for the transfer to Roland Garros Airport and check-in for your flight home.