Top 4 activities to do during your holidays in Réunion
Here it is ! The holidays are here. The suitcases are ready. You plan to visit Réunion. This French island located in the Indian Ocean off the African coast has many assets to make your stay unforgettable. Provided you know what to do and where to go on the island. This article outlines a top 4 of the most essential activities to do during your stay.
Take a visit to the Garden of Fragrances and Spices
The island of Réunion has a very diverse and rich flora. This garden, open to the public since 1898, has more than 1500 species of plants, flowers, and trees. Visiting the Garden of Fragrances and Spices will allow you to admire flowers like orchids, and ferns. Similarly, you can find spices like cloves, cardamom, or even vanilla.
Above all, opt for a guided tour that will better inform you about the provenance of each plant, the modes of reproduction, preservation, as well as the components of this extraordinary garden. You can also purchase souvenirs on-site. Also, while traveling in Réunion, renting a vehicle for your travels remains the best asset for moving around easily.
Admire the waterfalls, rivers, and basins, and swim
The island of Réunion has many rivers that create splendid waterfalls and basins. Some of these sites are easily accessible and offer visitors the opportunity to swim. So don’t forget to bring your swimsuit. In particular, we recommend the Langevin Waterfall, considered the most beautiful in the department. This waterfall, 43 meters high, is absolutely worth the detour. You can swim in its clear and fresh water coming from the Langevin River.
This site is very popular with tourists due to the many entertainment options it offers. You can not only swim there but also have a picnic surrounded by families from Réunion for whom this is a tradition. After the waterfalls, take a tour of the basins located in the heart of nature. You can spend great moments at Bassin la Mer, Bleu, or at the Niagara waterfall basin.
Engage in sports activities in nature
If you are a fan of thrills, the island of Réunion offers many sites where you can practice outdoor activities. Besides the hikes you can undertake, you can also, after securing a cheap car rental, try the amazing canyoning or rafting in white waters.
If you prefer activities on solid ground, thanks to affordable car rentals in Réunion, you can take a guide to tour the island and find the best spots for quad biking through the forest, or go mountain biking down the Piton Maïdo.
Visit Pointe au Sel
The Pointe au Sel is a protected site located in Saint-Leu on the island of Réunion. It consists of a cluster of salt marshes and basins made of volcanic rocks. This salt pond represents an excellent swimming spot, especially due to its translucent water. Continue your visit in the area with a tour of the salt museum, which offers a great setting for beautiful photos.
