Are you looking for something different for your next international vacation? A southern African safari doesn’t have to be restricted to big game viewing.
Africa is full of hidden treasure to explore, and Reunion is the new destination of choice for US travelers. This natural treasure is packed with stunning scenery, cool coastal cities and towering forests.
Beaches of Reunion
It’s an impressive destination to say the least, and remains relatively underutilized by the fly and flop set. The island beaches range from coal black to snow white and the Indian Ocean is a warm and inviting playground for every kind of beach lover.
The popular spots around Saint-Gilles les Bains on the west coast are best for surfers, slackliners, stand up paddlers, snorkelers and kite surfers. A magnificent coral reef stretches along the south and west coast, filled with 1 000 different kinds of fish and 200 types of corals. Near Grande Anse in the south, you’ll find secluded picnic spots.
In the more populated areas there’s no shortage of bars for sundowners and restaurants where you can experience delicious Creole, Indian, Chinese and French dishes as well as the freshest seafood.
Outdoor Action
Reunion boasts an extraordinary variety of terrains with plenty of opportunities for hiking. You can embark on gentle nature walks, multi-day hikes or supreme challenges like ascending the 2-mile-high Piton des Neiges.
Other activities include horse riding, paragliding, canyoning, mountain biking and rafting.
Exquisite Beauty
Gorgeous mountainscapes, cascading waterfalls, canopied forests and vast panoramas greet you wherever you travel on this island paradise. There’s also the added thrill of the world’s most accessible active volcano, the Piton de la Fourniase.
Cultural Treasures
Reunion is a treat for cultural buffs and foodies. You’ll find French, Indian, African, Chinese, and Creole cultures represented in the architecture, museums, food and religious sites of Reunion. They celebrate their diversity with vibrant festivals like the Leu Tempo Festival, the Guava Festival, the Adventure Film Festival, Bastille Day and the Safiko Musik Festival.
Get Packing
US citizens do not need a visa to travel to Reunion but a passport with 6 months’ validity is required. Flights are available from Johannesburg in South Africa, which is easily reached from most US international airports.
What are you waiting for, get in touch and we’ll arrange an unforgettable island escape to add to your southern African safari.
