Holidays to La Réunion
Tailor-made trips to Réunion — active volcanoes, dramatic cirques, lush forests and hidden lagoons, crafted by Indian Ocean specialists since 1999.
Everything you need to know before booking.
A French overseas department in the heart of the Indian Ocean, Réunion was uninhabited until the 17th century, when France took possession and developed it through coffee, then sugar plantations. Today it is a fully European region — euro, French institutions, modern infrastructure — wrapped in a wild, volcanic landscape. French is the official language, with Réunion Creole spoken everywhere in daily life.
Home to around 870,000 inhabitants, Réunion is a true melting pot — African, Malagasy, Indian, Chinese and European roots blend into one of the most harmonious multicultural societies in the region. The island is a UNESCO World Heritage site: more than 40% of its territory is protected national park, with three vertiginous cirques — Cilaos, Mafate and Salazie — carved around the dormant Piton des Neiges (3,071 m), and the spectacular Piton de la Fournaise, one of the world's most active volcanoes.
Réunion has two seasons. The cool, dry winter (May to November) is ideal for hiking, with mild coastal temperatures of 17–28°C — the best window to visit. Summer (December to April) is hotter and more humid, with the chance of tropical showers, especially in the highlands and on the east coast.
Entry requirements
- Not Schengen — Réunion is an overseas department of France but is not part of the Schengen area.
- Visa by nationality — requirements depend entirely on your nationality; short stays of up to 90 days are generally either visa-exempt or require a specific visa for the French overseas departments.
- Accommodation proof — a Letter of Confirmation from your hotel or other registered accommodation, covering the entire stay, is required.
- Return ticket — a return flight ticket is required.
- Tourist Tax — a compulsory tourist tax applies per person per day, from 1.50 to 4 EUR depending on accommodation category.
- Travel insurance — valid insurance covering the entire stay is required.
Good to know
Your passport must be valid for the full duration of the trip, and the euro is used everywhere — making Réunion one of the most straightforward Indian Ocean destinations to enter.
How to reach us
- Online form — fill in the booking form on this website.
- WhatsApp — message us at +230 59 86 56 01.
- Email — write to reservation@artofholidays-mauritius.com.
Based in Mauritius with partners across the Indian Ocean, our Sales Team handles every Réunion query, quote and booking directly.
Bookings & payments
A partial deposit confirms your booking, with the balance due 30–60 days before arrival. Your contract is finalised only once the provider issues a confirmation or invoice. Anyone booking for others assumes responsibility for ensuring all travellers abide by the terms.
Cancellations & refunds
- Scaled fees — charges increase the closer you cancel to departure.
- Varies by season — terms differ depending on the travel period.
- Service-dependent — hotels and providers each apply their own policy.
We'll always confirm the exact cancellation and refund terms in writing before you commit to a booking.
What's included, and what's not.
What's included
- Welcome & greet — personal meet-and-greet on arrival at the airport.
- Arrival transfer — private transfer from the airport to your hotel.
- Accommodation — your chosen stay with the meal plan booked.
- Dedicated assistance — local support throughout your stay.
- Departure transfer — private transfer from your hotel to the airport.
What's not included
- Flights — international and domestic airfare.
- Tours & excursions — volcano, cirques and canyoning trips on request.
- Car hire — recommended to explore the island, arranged on request.
- Personal expenses — meals, drinks and extras outside your plan.
Handpicked hotels, matched to you.
We work with the finest properties on the island — from mountain lodges in the cirques to elegant beachfront hotels on the west coast. Your itinerary is built around the style that fits you best.
Luxury beachfront hotels
Refined seaside stays on the sunny west coast, near Saint-Gilles.
Mountain lodges
Cosy retreats in Cilaos and Salazie, ideal for hikers and explorers.
Family-friendly hotels
Comfortable bases for exploring the island with kids of all ages.
Guesthouses & charm
Authentic Creole "cases" and table d'hôtes for a local immersion.
All our partner hotels are personally vetted — so whatever your style, we'll match you with a property we'd send our own family to.
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