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Réunion (France) · Africa

Réunion holidays

21.1°S · 55.5°E
At a glanceA volcanic, France-administered island of dramatic cirques and trails (Piton de la Fournaise), the Indian Ocean's hiking hub. Dry, cooler Apr-Nov.
~12.5h flight estimate5 to 10 days£60 to £350+ per dayEasy going
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Best time to visit Réunion

The strongest period is April to November. March and December are good shoulder-season alternatives if you prefer fewer crowds. Daytime highs average about 27°C across the main season. Rainfall is generally limited.

Jan30°COther
Feb30°COther
Mar30°CShoulder
Apr29°CBest
May28°CBest
Jun26°CBest
Jul25°CBest
Aug25°CBest
Sep26°CBest
Oct27°CBest
Nov28°CBest
Dec29°CShoulder

How much does a trip to Réunion cost?

On the ground, including accommodation and everyday spending, allow about £60 a day at the budget end, around £120 a day mid-range and £350+ for high-end travel. A seven-night mid-range trip, including estimated return travel from London, is best treated as a planning range of £1410 to £1970 per person. Return travel is modelled at about £625 off-peak, £800 typically and £1080 in busy UK travel periods. These are planning estimates rather than live quotes. Available accommodation spans simple, comfortable, premium and luxury. The quiz prices the highest available tier that fits your selected minimum and total budget.

What kind of holiday is Réunion?

Réunion is strongest for natural landscapes and adventure. The main settings are mountains, rainforest and jungle, and coastal scenery, and the pace is active.

How flexible is it? Réunion can credibly be planned with a relaxed to very active daytime pace, serene to balanced evenings and hidden gem to mixed crowd settings through the choice of area, hotel, activities and timing. The typical version has very active days, serene evenings and a off-beat setting. The quiz selects the closest credible version rather than treating it as one fixed product.

Strong fit if

  • You want natural landscapes and adventure.
  • You enjoy active days and getting outdoors.
  • You value quieter, less obvious places.

Think twice if

  • You mainly want to stay by a pool or on one beach.
  • You want lively nightlife every evening.
  • You want extensive tourist infrastructure and constant buzz.

Travel from the UK

Allow roughly 12.5 hours of modelled flying time from London, before airport and transfer time. This is a substantial journey, so ten nights or more will usually make better use of the travel time.

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Réunion?

The strongest period is April to November. March and December are also worth considering for lower crowds. Main-season daytime highs average about 27°C. Rainfall is generally limited.

How much does a trip to Réunion cost?

On the ground, including accommodation and everyday spending, allow about £60 a day at the budget end, around £120 a day mid-range and £350+ for high-end travel. A seven-night mid-range trip, including estimated return travel from London, is best treated as a planning range of £1410 to £1970 per person. Return travel is modelled at about £625 off-peak, £800 typically and £1080 in busy UK travel periods. These are planning estimates rather than live quotes.

How long is the flight or journey to Réunion from the UK?

Allow roughly 12.5 hours of modelled flying time from London, before airport and transfer time.

Who is Réunion good for?

Réunion best suits travellers looking for natural landscapes and adventure. Expect mountains, rainforest and jungle, and coastal scenery, with an active pace.

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