Réunion 🇷🇪
volcano hikes and mountain viewpoints above the ocean
✔️ Pros
- one of the best hiking and viewpoint islands in the region
- active volcano landscapes and dramatic calderas (cirques)
- solid infrastructure (French island), high safety, good services
⛔ Cons
- expensive compared to nearby islands
- beach time is secondary; the island is more about mountains than lagoons
- without a car, logistics require careful planning (buses/tours)
☑️ What to Do
🌋 Visit Piton de la Fournaise for volcano landscapes
🥾 Hike the cirques (Mafate, Cilaos, Salazie) for big mountain views
📝 Notes
Réunion is unique because it offers serious mountain hiking and volcano scenery on a compact island with European-level infrastructure.
