Plan your campervan road trip in Reunion with the official tourism website
Weather, webcams, hiking, the volcano, where to eat: everything worth checking on reunion.fr before and during your road trip.
A campervan road trip in Reunion needs a little planning: the weather can change fast between the coast and the highlands, the volcano has its moods, and some roads close during heavy rain. The good news is that much of the useful information is in one place: reunion.fr, the official website of Île de la Réunion Tourisme, which has an English version.
Here are the sections I recommend my travellers keep at hand, before leaving and during their stay.
Why use reunion.fr
On social media and forums you find everything, including outdated information: a trail closed for months, changed opening hours, a spot that no longer exists. reunion.fr is published by the Reunion Island Tourism Board, with information kept up to date by local professionals, in English, French and German.
It is also a good way to find listed providers: activities, restaurants, accommodation… and campervan rentals.
Île de la Réunion Tourisme
The official tourism website of Reunion Island, to plan your stay with reliable information.
Visit reunion.fr ↗Weather, webcams and alerts
In a campervan, the weather often decides the day’s plan. Between Saint-Pierre and the Plaine des Cafres, the temperature and the sky can be completely different. Two habits to get into:
The forecast
A quick look before choosing between a beach day on the west coast or a drive up to the highlands.
See the weather →See before you go
The volcano and Boucan Canot beach webcams show live whether the sky is clear. Handy before driving an hour for a sunrise.
See the webcams →Reunion has its own alert system for heavy rain, floods and cyclones (the cyclone season runs roughly from November to April). Follow the official alerts during your stay and read the travel tips. In a campervan, avoid parking at the bottom of a ravine as soon as rain is forecast.
Hiking and places to see
The hiking trails section lists walks for every level, from the Cirques to the coast. Much of the island is a UNESCO World Heritage site protected by the National Park: worth knowing so you respect the rules on site.
The volcano, before you go
Piton de la Fournaise is one of the most active volcanoes in the world. During an eruption, access may be restricted or closed. Before driving up, read volcanic eruptions and what to do at the volcano, then check the volcano webcam.
For the practical side by campervan (road, timing, where to sleep), see my Piton de la Fournaise by van guide.
Eating out and local events
A carri in a highland guest table is part of the trip. reunion.fr lists restaurants, guest tables and local products. Add my favourite Creole spots.
Also check the local events: village festivals, concerts, markets, sports events. A good way to be in the right place at the right time.
Practical information
Airports and formalities
The island’s airports, visas for international travellers, and the time difference.
Creole and good questions
The Creole glossary for a few words locals love to hear, and the questions & answers page.
For the campervan side, see what to pack and the golden rules of camping.
Rent a campervan listed by the tourism board
Location Van La Réunion is listed on reunion.fr. My listing shows the campervan models, indicative prices and my contact details: a local agency based in Saint-Pierre, open all year round.
Listed on Reunion Island Tourism
VW T6, Ford Nugget with toilet, VW California with pop-up roof. Unlimited mileage, 24/7 assistance, pick-up at the airport or free shuttle from 7 days.
View my listing on reunion.fr ↗Your road trip starts here
Plan your trip with reunion.fr, then book your campervan. Free airport shuttle from 7 days.
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