Reunion Island 7 Day Itinerary

Title: 7-Day Itinerary for Traveling in Reunion Island

Day 1 - Arrival & St. Gilles-les-Bains

  • 🛬 Arrive at Roland Garros Airport, St. Denis: Located in the north of the island, this is your gateway to Reunion. Check out Roland Garros Airport for more information.
  • 🏖 St. Gilles-les-Bains: Head to the beautiful east coast for a relaxing day at one of the island’s most popular beaches. Enjoy water sports like snorkeling, scuba diving, or simply soak up the sun.
  • ❗ Things to Know - Reunion Island uses Euro (€) as its official currency. French is the main language, but Creole is also widely spoken. The island operates on Central European Time (CET).

Day 2 - Cirque de Salazie

  • 🚐 Rent a Car: Renting a car is the best way to explore Reunion’s diverse landscapes. Companies like Europcar and Avis operate on the island.
  • 🗺 Cirque de Salazie: Drive through this spectacular cirque, one of four cirques in Reunion Island. Discover charming Creole villages like Hell-Bourg and Ilet-Français.

Day 3 - Piton de la Fournaise & Bourboulhon Gorge

  • 🌋 Piton de la Fournaise: Visit the active volcano located in the south of the island. Guided tours are recommended for safety reasons. Volcanotour offers guided trips to Piton de la Fournaise.
  • 🏞️ Bourboulhon Gorge: After visiting the volcano, head to Bourboulhon Gorge for some stunning hiking and panoramic views of the island.

Day 4 - Bras-Panon & St. Leu

  • 🏖️ Bras-Panon Beach: Spend the day at this picturesque beach, known for its turquoise waters and black volcanic sand.
  • 🍽️ St. Leu: In the evening, enjoy fresh seafood in St. Leu, a charming fishing town with a vibrant nightlife scene.

Day 5 - Cilaos

  • 🚉 Train to Cilaos: Take a scenic train ride through lush landscapes to the mountain village of Cilaos. The train departs from Saint-Jacques-de-l’Est and runs twice daily.
  • 🗺️ Explore Cilaos: Visit the local market, hike around the village, and enjoy the stunning views of Reunion’s interior.

Day 6 - St. Paul & Lava Tunnels

  • 🏞️ Lava Tunnels: Discover the island’s geological history by exploring lava tunnels in the Grand Brûlé region near Saint-Paul. Tours de la Réunion offers guided tours.
  • 🏙️ St. Paul: Wander around the picturesque town of St. Paul, known for its colorful houses and Creole architecture. Don’t miss the famous “balconies” of La Cascade.

Day 7 - Departure

  • ✈️ Departure from Roland Garros Airport: Return your rental car, check in for your flight, and bid farewell to this enchanting island.