Island of Intense Experiences
Reunion has a population of just under 900,000 and sits in the Indian Ocean between Madagascar and Mauritius. It is part of the Mascerene Islands. Colonised by the French in the 17th Century. Today it has a very multi cultural population with the dominant religion being Catholic.
Currency: Euro
Language: French officially but the majority speak Reunion Creole.
Visa: Many nationalities will be allowed 90 day visa on arrival but check for your particular circumstances.
Power: 220 volts AC. Plug type E
Safety: Reunion is a very safe country with little crime and tourists rarely encounter any problems. However safety when hiking, swimming etc, check with locals about conditions.
There is a bus service called Car Jaune but the best way to get around is by hire car.
Indian Ocean Film Festival – April
Sakifo Musik Festival – June
ChouChou Festival July
Dipavali – Spe/Oct
Weather is tropical all year round with high humidity and 2 distinct seasons. Hot and rainy from December to April with cooler and drier conditions from May to November. Due to the topography of the island there are distinct microclimates around the island, coastal areas are generally warmer and wetter than the highlands.
Packing:
A layered system works best if travelling to high areas, otherwise tropical weather holiday clothes with a light jacket will be fine. It can be windy so a windproof jacket is advisable.
Accommodation:-
Dorm beds from 20 Euro
Basic Double Beds with air con from 45 Euro
Mid range Double from 75 Euro
Luxury from 200 Euro
Food:-
Local restaurants from 15 Euro
Resort or similar from 25 Euro
Transport:-
Car hire from 50 Euro per day for a small car.
Mauritius Our last leg in this journey and not the best arrival. The plane was late but then on arrival the queue for visa
A week in the tiny French Island of Reunion Landing in Reunion we were surprised to find no outlets to buy sim cards – which
Far North and Islands Chris arrives in Tana and an early flight to Diego Surez for the start of the last leg in this
A week in the tiny French Island of Reunion Landing in Reunion we were surprised to find no outlets to buy sim cards – which
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