France
Volcanoes, dramatic cirques, and cascading waterfalls: an epic French eco-paradise crafted for road trippers, hikers, and active adventurers.
French overseas territory in the heart of the Indian Ocean, Reunion Island is an outdoor lover’s dream. Dominated by the dramatic Piton de la Fournaise, one of the world’s most accessible active volcanoes and three breathtaking natural amphitheaters (Cirques of Mafate, Cilaos, and Salazie), Reunion offers wild landscapes, cascading waterfalls, and an authentic Creole soul. Perfect on its own as a self-drive adventure or paired seamlessly with Mauritius for a beach-and-mountain combo.
April to November.
Part of France; Schengen visa rules apply.
Stay
Bliss Holiday curates the best of Réunion Island: 4★/5★ beach resorts on the west coast and breathtaking panoramic lodges hidden inside volcanic cirques.
Discover
Drive across the Martian crimson sands of Plaine des Sables to the edge of Piton de la Fournaise, exploring one of the world's most accessible active volcanoes at your own pace.
Navigate the legendary cliffside "Road of the 400 Turns" into alpine Cilaos, then discover the emerald waterfalls and colourful Creole mansions of historic Hell-Bourg in Salazie.
Experience the raw force of nature along Réunion’s untamed southern coast, driving across solidified lava fields where historic molten flows meet crashing ocean waves.
Journal
25 September 2026
Villages illuminated by thousands of traditional clay oil lamps, festive sweets, and radiant island hospitality. Discover the magic of Divali across Mauritius and join our private evening tour.
4 April 2025
Most visitors stick to the well-known attractions. Here is how to see the island the way locals do.
8 November 2024
Mauritius, with its stunning beaches, vibrant culture and unique natural landscapes, rewards travellers who go beyond the beach.