Reunion Island Snorkeling Trip

From the sea to the mountains, succumb to the charms of the Intense Island

Road trip
11
Days
9 spots
$1499/person
from, activities and flights included

Experience the true spirit of Reunion Island, from turquoise lagoons, scenic waterfalls and volcanic peaks

A customizable 11-day/10-night self-drive tour

Not to be missed:

– The Piton de la Fournaise, one of the most active volcanoes in the world
– The pitons and ramparts of the Cirque de Cilaos
– The beaches and coral lagoons of the west coast
– The waterfalls of the Trou de Fer
– The Maïdo and its breathtaking view over the Cirque de Mafate

A volcanic island in the Indian Ocean that is a region of France, La Réunion is the perfect playground for fun holidays. The gentle vistas of the coast contrasts with the remote and wild mountains that rise in the heart of the island. After a hike in the cirques of Reunion, drive down to the beaches and enjoy a sunset snorkeling. Book your tour of the Intense Island, so named for its great visual beauty, where every day is a trip in itself!

Tailor-made for snorkeling lovers, our itinerary will include the best snorkeling locations on the island, all located in lagoons or rocky pools protected from waves and sharks. You will also discover the most beautiful natural sites on the island, including volcanoes, peaks, forests of ferns and rocky coasts battered by the waves.

Intensive

Lots of snorkeling, but also plenty of time for visiting

Your day to day itinerary

Our favorite itinerary, fully customizable

DAY 1: PITON MAIDO
Treat yourself to a breathtaking view of the Cirque de Mafate, before plunging into the Indian Ocean
Activities included:
Panorama, snorkeling, paradise beach
Accommodation in Saint Gilles:
Homestay, Hotel***, or Hotel****
DAY 2: SAINT-LEU & KELONIA
Visit to the sea turtle care center of La Réunion
Activities included:
Sea turtle center, snorkeling
Accommodation in Saint Gilles:
Homestay, Hotel***, or Hotel****
DAY 3: PITON DE LA FOURNAISE
Enjoy the lunar landscapes of the Plaine des Sables before hiking the slopes of the volcano
Activities included:
Panorama, snorkeling, belvederes
Accommodation in Saint Gilles:
Homestay, Hotel***, or Hotel****
DAY 4: LE GRAND BRULE
Drive a scenic route, where the lava meets the ocean
Activities included:
Panorama, snorkeling, hiking, temple
Accommodation in Saint Gilles:
Homestay, Hotel***, or Hotel****
DAY 5: THE FOREST OF BEBOUR
Hike a fern-covered rainforest to the Trou de Fer waterfalls
Activities included:
Panorama, snorkeling, hiking
Accommodation in Saint Gilles:
Homestay, Hotel***, or Hotel****
DAY 6: THE EAST COAST
All about the production of Bourbon vanilla
Activities included:
Visit of a vanilla plantation, snorkeling
Accommodation in Saint Gilles:
Homestay, Hotel***, or Hotel****
DAY 7: CIRQUE DE SALAZIE
Discover the colorful Creole houses of Hell-Bourg, one of France’s most beautiful villages
Activities included:
Guided tour of a Creole village, snorkeling
Accommodation in Saint Gilles:
Homestay, Hotel***, or Hotel****
DAY 8: CETACEANS AND SAINT DENIS OUTING
Encounter cetaceans off the west coast
Activities included:
Boat trip, snorkeling,
Accommodation in Saint Gilles:
Homestay, Hotel***, or Hotel****
DAY 9: CIRQUE DE CILAOS
Reach the picturesque Cirque de Cilaos by “the 400 bends road”
Activities included:
Hiking, panorama, snorkeling,
Accommodation in Saint Gilles:
Homestay, Hotel***, or Hotel****
DAY 10: LE JARDIN D’EDEN
Discover a tropical garden where chameleons hide before swimming in the lagoon
Activities included:
Tropical garden, snorkeling
Accommodation in Saint Gilles:
Homestay, Hotel***, or Hotel****
DAY 11: HERMITAGE MARKET
Shop in a market with a thousand scents and enjoy a last snorkel in the lagoon
Activities included:
Local market, snorkeling
Accommodation in Saint Gilles:
Homestay, Hotel***, or Hotel****