Réunion is a French overseas region and department in the Indian Ocean, 700 km east of Madagascar and 200 km south-west of Mauritius. This volcanic island of extraordinary drama packs an active volcano, three steep-walled cirques, a UNESCO World Heritage mountain core, dense rainforest, and a warm lagoon into 2,512 km². It is simultaneously French enough to accept euros and credit cards everywhere, and exotic enough to feel like another world entirely.
Top day trips
Handpicked excursions within easy reach.
Piton de la Fournaise Volcano Day
Cirque de Cilaos Mountain Village Day
Hell-Bourg & Cirque de Salazie Day
Cirque de Mafate One-Day Hike (La Nouvelle)
South Coast Lava & Wild Beaches (Saint-Philippe)
Le Maïdo Sunrise + Saint-Paul Market Day
Day trip tips
Make the most of your excursions.
Start early — most popular day-trip destinations get crowded by mid-morning.
Check return transport times before you leave — missing the last train or bus can be costly.
Carry water, snacks, and layers — weather and food options can be limited at smaller destinations.