Highlights of Réunion by Rental Car
Let yourself be tempted by a road trip in a rental car to see the highlights of Réunion, past volcanoes and beaches. Saint Denis offers a delightful blend of French and Creole culture: trendy shops, bistros, and bakeries with “pains au chocolat”! Then soak up the sights and sounds of this volcanic island with a visit to the three extinct volcanic craters: the greenest and most fertile volcanic crater, Cirque de Salazie; the inhospitable and mysterious Cirque de Mafate (accessible only on foot); and finally, the largest volcanic crater, Cirque de Cilaos. The countless hairpin turns lead you time and again to breathtaking viewpoints and are often the starting point for beautiful hikes. The still-active volcano“Le volcan,” featuring the“Piton de la Fournaise,” is, of course, a must-see during your trip. You’ll conclude your journey with a relaxing beach stay on the west coast.
Tips & Highlights: A Tour of Réunion's Top Attractions:
- Admire the Creole cultural heritage in Saint Denis, Hellbourg, and Entre-Deux
- Take a unique helicopter flight over the impressive volcanic landscape from St. Gilles-les-Bains
- Climb the Piton de la Fournaise
- Take a hike along one of the three extinct volcanic craters—the possibilities are endless
- Take a refreshing dip in one of the many waterfalls in the Cirque de Salazie
- Réunion is the island of vanilla plantations and rum distilleries: so don’t leave the island without trying the local rhum arrangé
- Take a boat tour in St. Gilles-les-Bains and go dolphin watching
- Looking for a thrill? Go mountain biking on the spectacular slopes of Maïdo, canyoning near Cilaos and Salazie, whitewater rafting near St. Benoit, or paragliding or surfing on the coast of St. Leu
- Are you an avid diver or angler? Ask us about the options in Réunion
- Take a look at our recommended accommodations: Diana Dea Lodge – Sainte Anne/East Coast, Hotel Dimitile – Entre-Deux/Cirque de Cilaos, Boucan Canot – St. Gilles les Bains
