7 Days • 6 Nights
Reunion Honeymoon: Lagoons, Peaks & Creole Romance
Tour Includes
About the Trip
Trip Highlights
- Beautiful turquoise lagoon beaches are the romantic heart of this honeymoon. Reunion's west coast is fringed by beautiful white beaches and a protected turquoise lagoon and marine reserve. You retreat to a beautiful beachside hotel, relaxing together on white sand, swimming in the calm, protected turquoise lagoon, snorkelling the coral reefs, and savouring the beauty and romance of your setting, with glorious sunsets over the ocean. The beaches and romance are magical. Retreating together to a beautiful beachside hotel on the turquoise lagoon, relaxing on white sand and snorkelling the marine reserve, is the romantic and unforgettable heart of this Reunion honeymoon.
- A helicopter flight over the volcano, cirques and waterfalls is a spectacular, romantic highlight. The most spectacular way to experience Reunion's dramatic landscapes is a helicopter flight. Together you soar over the active Piton de la Fournaise volcano, the spectacular cirques of Mafate, Cilaos and Salazie, and the breathtaking Trou de Fer waterfalls, taking in the extraordinary scenery from the air, an unforgettable and deeply romantic experience shared together. The drama and romance are magical. Sharing a spectacular helicopter flight over the active volcano, the spectacular cirques and the breathtaking waterfalls of Reunion is a spectacular and deeply romantic highlight of this honeymoon.
- Sunset dinners and Creole romance are a romantic highlight. Reunion offers wonderfully romantic dining, sunset dinners by the turquoise lagoon, your feet near the sand, savouring the delicious blend of Creole and French cuisine and fine wines, and charming Creole tables in the mountains and villages. Beneath glorious sunsets and starry skies, the romance is magical. Sharing romantic sunset dinners by the turquoise lagoon and charming Creole dining, savouring the delicious blend of Creole and French cuisine, is a romantic and delicious highlight of this Reunion honeymoon.
- Discovering Hell-Bourg and the lush cirques together adds romantic scenic adventure. Together you explore the spectacular scenery of Reunion, discovering the charming heritage village of Hell-Bourg, one of the most beautiful villages in France, amid the lush, waterfall-filled cirque of Salazie, and taking in breathtaking mountain viewpoints and cascading waterfalls, gentle romantic adventures amid dramatic beauty. The scenery and charm are magical. Discovering the charming heritage village of Hell-Bourg and the lush cirque of Salazie together, amid waterfalls and breathtaking scenery, adds romantic scenic adventure, a beautiful highlight of this Reunion honeymoon.
- Whale watching in season adds a magical shared encounter. From about June to October, humpback whales gather off Reunion's coast to mate and calve, and, in season, you take a boat trip together to watch these magnificent creatures breaching and playing offshore, a thrilling, moving and unforgettable shared encounter. The wonder and romance are magical. Watching humpback whales breaching offshore together, in season, adds a thrilling and magical shared wildlife encounter, a wonderful highlight of this Reunion honeymoon.
- Above all, this honeymoon offers lagoon beaches, spectacular scenery and Creole romance on a dramatic island. Reunion is a spectacular and surprisingly romantic island, and this honeymoon celebrates your new life together with beauty, drama and romance. Over seven days you share turquoise lagoon beaches and sunset dinners, a spectacular helicopter flight over the volcano and cirques, the charming heritage village of Hell-Bourg, and, in season, whale watching, all wrapped in delicious Creole cuisine and warm charm. The combination of lagoon beaches, spectacular scenery, gentle adventure and Creole romance makes Reunion an unforgettable honeymoon.
Day by Day
A detailed day-by-day plan for this 7-day journey.
Your Reunion honeymoon begins as your flight arrives at Roland Garros Airport near Saint-Denis, where you are met and transferred to your beautiful beachside hotel on the turquoise lagoon of the west coast. Reunion is a spectacular and surprisingly romantic island, and the beauty is immediately apparent. On arrival you are welcomed as honeymooners and settle into your beautiful room, with the turquoise lagoon nearby. The rest of the day is yours to relax together, taking a first swim in the calm, protected lagoon, relaxing on the beautiful beach, and watching your first glorious sunset over the ocean. This evening, share a romantic dinner, savouring the delicious blend of Creole and French cuisine. As you settle in, the beauty and romance of Reunion work their magic. Rest well, ready to begin your honeymoon.
Today you savour the beautiful lagoon beaches and romance of the west coast. You relax together on the turquoise lagoon beaches of Saint-Gilles and L'Hermitage, swimming in the calm, protected lagoon, snorkelling the coral reefs of the marine reserve teeming with colourful fish, and savouring the beauty and romance of your setting. You might visit the charming coastal town of Saint-Leu, or indulge in a spa treatment. The beaches and romance are magical. As the sun sets over the ocean in a blaze of colour, you savour the glorious sunset together. This evening, share a romantic dinner by the lagoon, savouring the delicious flavours of Reunion. As you settle in together, the romance of the island lingers. Rest well, ready for a spectacular helicopter flight tomorrow.
Today you soar over Reunion's spectacular landscapes on an unforgettable helicopter flight. Together you take a spectacular helicopter flight over the island's dramatic scenery, soaring over the active Piton de la Fournaise volcano and its otherworldly lava fields, the spectacular cirques of Mafate, Cilaos and Salazie, and the breathtaking Trou de Fer waterfalls, taking in the extraordinary scenery from the air, a thrilling and deeply romantic experience shared together. The drama and romance are magical. The rest of the day is yours to relax together on the beautiful lagoon. As the sun sets over the ocean, you savour the glorious sunset together. This evening, share a romantic dinner, savouring the beauty of the day. As you settle in together, the romance of Reunion lingers. Rest well, ready to explore the lush cirques tomorrow.
Today you enjoy a magical whale encounter (in season) or blissful lagoon romance. In whale season (about June to October), you take a boat trip together to watch humpback whales breaching and playing offshore, a thrilling, moving encounter, and snorkel or relax on the lagoon. Outside the season, you enjoy the beautiful lagoon, snorkelling, gentle water sports, and a couples' spa treatment. The encounter or relaxation is magical. As the sun sets over the ocean in a blaze of colour, you savour the glorious sunset together. This evening, share a romantic dinner by the lagoon, savouring the delicious flavours of Reunion. As you settle in together, the romance of the island lingers. Rest well, ready to journey to the lush cirque of Salazie tomorrow.
Today you journey to the lush cirque of Salazie and the charming village of Hell-Bourg. You travel up to Salazie, the greenest of the three cirques, a lush amphitheatre of waterfalls, forests and Creole villages, taking in the spectacular waterfalls cascading down the cirque walls, including the beautiful Voile de la Mariee. You discover Hell-Bourg, listed among the most beautiful villages in France, with its charming Creole houses, gardens and heritage, a romantic mountain retreat. The lush cirque and charming village are beautiful. As the day ends, you settle into your charming accommodation in or near Hell-Bourg. This evening, share a romantic Creole dinner in the mountain village. As you settle in together amid the lush mountains, the romance of Reunion lingers. Rest well, savouring your mountain retreat.
Today you savour the lush beauty and romance of Salazie. You explore the charming heritage village of Hell-Bourg, with its Creole houses and gardens, and take in the spectacular waterfalls and lush scenery of the cirque, perhaps with a gentle walk to a viewpoint or waterfall, savouring the beauty and romance of the green mountains together. You might relax in the charm of the mountain village, or visit a historic Creole house. The waterfalls and romance are magical. As the day ends, you savour the lush mountain setting. This evening, share a final romantic Creole dinner in the charming village, celebrating your beautiful honeymoon and the beginning of your life together. As the stars fill the mountain sky, you savour the beauty, drama and romance of Reunion, and the memories you have made together. Rest well, deeply enchanted.
After a final morning in the lush cirque of Salazie, perhaps a last waterfall or viewpoint, you journey down to Roland Garros Airport near Saint-Denis for your onward international departure. You leave deeply relaxed and enchanted, having celebrated your honeymoon on spectacular Reunion, the turquoise lagoon beaches and sunset dinners, the unforgettable helicopter flight over the volcano and cirques, the charming heritage village of Hell-Bourg, and, in season, the whale watching, all wrapped in delicious Creole cuisine and warm charm. The memories stay vivid long after you land, the turquoise lagoons and white beaches, the spectacular flight over the volcano and cirques, the charming Creole village, and the waterfalls. Reunion offers beauty, drama and romance in abundance, and you depart hand in hand, treasuring the perfect and unforgettable start to your life together, already dreaming of a return.
Where You Will Travel
What's inside the package?
Inclusions
- 6 nights accommodation on a bed-and-breakfast basis, with a honeymoon welcome
- Airport and land transfers
- Guided tours, hikes and excursions as per itinerary with expert local guides
- Services of expert local guides as per itinerary
- A west-coast and lagoon experience, a scenic helicopter flight over the volcano and cirques, a Salazie and Hell-Bourg tour, and a romantic dinner (whale watching available in season)
Exclusions
- International airfare
- Visa or tourist card fees where applicable
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
- Most lunches and dinners (to enjoy Reunion's Creole cuisine)
- Whale watching (seasonal), spa treatments and tips
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary or inclusions
- Drinks unless specifically stated
- Optional excursions and experiences
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Anything not specifically mentioned under Package Inclusions
Know when to go.
- Visa & entry: Reunion is a French overseas department in the EU; entry rules follow those of France, and many nationalities can visit visa-free for short stays with a passport valid for the trip (note Reunion is not in the Schengen Area, so requirements can differ). We confirm the exact process for your nationality before travel
- Currency: The currency is the Euro (EUR); cards are widely accepted at hotels, restaurants and shops, but carry some cash for markets, small guesthouses (gites), mountain villages and rural areas. ATMs are available in towns; Reunion is a modern, well-developed French department
- Best time to visit: The cooler, drier winter (roughly April to November) is ideal for hiking and touring, with clearer mountain weather; the humpback-whale season runs about June to October. The summer (December to March) is hotter and wetter with a cyclone risk, though the coast remains warm; mountain weather can change fast year-round
- Hiking & the volcano: Reunion is a world-class hiking island; bring good boots, warm and waterproof layers (mountains are cool and weather changes fast, and Piton des Neiges is over 3,000m), and start early. Access to Piton de la Fournaise volcano depends on its activity and official rules; we follow current guidance for safe, rewarding visits
- Mafate & the cirques: The remote Cirque of Mafate is accessible only on foot or by helicopter, with stays in mountain gites (lodges); Cilaos and Salazie are reached by dramatic, winding mountain roads. We arrange guided hikes, gite stays, transfers and, where wished, scenic helicopter flights for an unforgettable mountain experience
- Language & driving: French is the language and Reunion Creole is widely spoken; some English is spoken in tourism, and our guides assist throughout. Driving is on the right, and mountain roads are steep and winding; we arrange private transfers and guides. Reunion blends French and Creole culture, with excellent cuisine
- Health & safety: Reunion is a safe French department with no malaria, though mosquito-borne dengue and chikungunya can occur, so use repellent. The tropical sun and high-altitude UV are strong, so bring sun protection; heed swimming-safety advice on some coasts (shark-safe swimming is within the protected lagoons and marine reserve). Take comprehensive travel insurance
- Power & getting around: Touring combines private vehicles and guided hikes, with some long, scenic mountain drives; Mafate is on foot or by helicopter. Power is 230V with European type C/E plugs, so bring an adapter. Reunion offers dramatic mountains, an active volcano, lagoon beaches and rich Creole culture in a compact, spectacular island
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Reunion special for a honeymoon?
Reunion offers a spectacular, distinctive honeymoon, combining turquoise lagoon beaches with dramatic volcanic peaks, spectacular cirques, waterfalls and charming Creole villages, and experiences like helicopter flights over the volcano and cirques, whale watching, and romantic Creole dining. It blends beach romance with drama, adventure and French-Creole charm, unlike a typical beach honeymoon. It is ideal for couples seeking beauty, spectacle and romance together, and combines beautifully with neighbouring Mauritius for a two-island honeymoon.
Can Reunion be combined with Mauritius for a honeymoon?
Absolutely, and it makes a wonderful two-island honeymoon. Reunion (dramatic mountains, volcano, cirques and adventure) and Mauritius (idyllic beaches, lagoons and luxury resorts) are close neighbours, linked by short flights, and complement each other beautifully, combining spectacular scenery and adventure with beach romance and relaxation. We can arrange a seamless two-island honeymoon, tailoring the balance of drama and relaxation to you, for an unforgettable and varied celebration in the Indian Ocean.
What meals are included?
Daily breakfast is included, along with any meals named in the itinerary (such as dinners at mountain gites on multi-day hikes, or half board at some hotels). Reunion has superb Creole and French cuisine, from cari (Creole curries) and rougail to fresh fish, tropical fruit and French pastries and wine, and we advise on the best board basis and dining, often leaving meals free to explore the island's excellent restaurants and Creole tables d'hotes.
Are the tours and hikes guided?
Yes, the touring and hikes are led by expert local guides who bring the volcano, cirques, waterfalls and Creole culture vividly to life and ensure safety in the mountains, and touring is by private vehicle. Reunion is a world-class hiking and adventure island, and guided experiences, from volcano hikes and cirque treks to canyoning and paragliding, greatly enrich and enable the adventure. We tailor the guiding and pace to you.
Do I need a visa for Reunion?
Reunion is a French overseas department in the EU, and entry follows French rules; many nationalities visit visa-free for short stays with a valid passport (note Reunion is not in the Schengen Area, so requirements can differ from mainland France). We confirm the exact, current requirements for your nationality before travel, so entry is smooth. Reunion is a modern, well-connected French department.
Is Reunion safe to visit?
Reunion is a safe, modern French department, welcoming and well-developed, with excellent infrastructure and no malaria. Standard precautions apply, as anywhere. In the mountains, we use expert guides and follow weather and volcano guidance for safety; on the coast, we advise swimming within the protected lagoons and marine reserve (which are shark-safe). The island is easy, rewarding and spectacular to explore, blending French and Creole culture.
When is the best time to visit?
The cooler, drier winter (roughly April to November) is ideal for hiking and touring, with clearer mountain weather, and includes the humpback-whale season (June to October). The summer (December to March) is hotter and wetter with a cyclone risk, though the coast stays warm and the island lush. Mountain weather changes fast year-round. We advise on the best timing for your interests, whether hiking, whales or beaches.
Can the itinerary be customised?
Absolutely. We can adjust the balance of volcano and cirque hiking, canyoning, paragliding and adventure, lagoon beaches, Creole culture and relaxation, add a Mafate trek or helicopter flight, whale watching in season, and tailor the pace and difficulty to you. Reunion offers dramatic mountains, an active volcano, beaches and rich culture, and every journey is tailored to create your ideal adventure and discovery of this spectacular island.
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