10 Things to see and do on Reunion Island
REUNION
Typical Creole cuisine
10 Things to see and do on Reunion Island
1. Explore
Take a drive and feed your soul with breathtaking scenery.
2. Hike
A hiker’ s paradise, there are many organised hikes for the beginner or the advanced hiker.
3. Aerial view
Microlight and helicopter tours are highly recommended.
4. Deep-sea fishing
The waters of the Indian Ocean provide a cornucopia for game fishing enthusiasts.
Hell Bourg, quaint mountainous Creole village
5. Canyoning and aquatic hiking
The natural rivers, canyons and pools make Reunion an ideal place for this exhilarating experience.
European standards the country adheres to, which makes hiring a car easy. Exploring the winding roads of the coastline on a self-drive itinerary is highly recommended and with so much to see, it’ s one of the best ways to get the most out of your island experience. While the towns and villages you’ ll come upon are Creole quaint, you’ ll certainly feel at home in first-world comfort on your travels around the island.
There’ s so much to see and do on the island, even though it’ s only 2 500 square kilometres. Either rejuvenate on a beach, be enthralled by jaw-dropping scenery of the rainforested interior or satisfy your need for adrenalin through some of the many adventurous activities on offer.
6. Local cuisine
Try the fabulous cuisine from the many restaurants and hotels, or sample the truck stops on the side of the road.
7. Cultural experiences
Immerse yourself in the Reunionese Creole culture by visiting some of the smaller villages and meet with the locals.
8. Go‘ off planet’
Visit the Mars-like landscape on the approach to Piton de la Fournaise volcano.
9. On the water
Hit the ocean to spot whales, dolphins and other marine animals.
10. Relax
Find a quaint and tranquil mountain spot or park off on one of the many beaches and soak up the atmosphere.
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24 Travel Update | issue 9