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From the mountain peaks to the idyllic beaches of the west coast, discover Reunion Island at your own pace. After a full day exploring the gorgeous landscapes listed as World Heritage Sites by the UNESCO, take advantage of the enchanting setting offered by Palm Hotel to resource yourself…
Concierge service
For a tailor-made experience, you will be able to count on the helpful tips and best addresses from our concierge service. As experts of the destination, they will advise you about the secrets corners of the island. They will also introduce you to some fascinating guides, to make you discover the authentic side of Reunion Island…
For your specific requests, such as a romantic setting in room, activities ‘bookings, or just simply for the organization of your transfers, our concierge service team is at your service.
Culture
La Saga du Rhum
In the heart of the island’s old distillery, the Saga du Rhum offers a sensory visit, combining the history of Reunion with the rum industry. At the end of the visit, you will be able to enjoy a wide range of rum tasting offered by Isautier.
Duration: +/- 1h15, tasting included
Drive from the hotel : 20 min
Le Domaine du Café Grillé
Go back in time by discovering the history of the great cultures that have shaped the island’s history, including the emblematic Bourbon Pointu coffee.
Duration : +/- 1h30
Drive from the hotel : 25 min
L’Escale Bleue
Many times awarded, blue vanilla stands out for its softness and finesse. Thanks to an innovative preparation process, this exceptional vanilla is entirely edible. It delights the greatest pastry chefs. Nicole and Aimé Leichnig welcome you for a tour of their farm during which you can perfect your knowledge of vanilla, from its production to its processing.
Duration : +/- 45 min
Drive from the hotel : 1h
Kelonia
The sea turtle observatory is an interactive museum aimed at making visitors aware of the environment in which sea turtles live. It is also a care and rehabilitation center for injured or sick turtles released at sea once cured. The whole family will enjoy this delightfully fun and educational visit !
Duration : +/- 1h
Drive from the hotel : 40 min
Museum of Villèle
Come and discover the large estate once belonging to the wealthy and controversial Desbassayns family. The residence is full of furniture and decorative art objects as well as permanent collections : portraits, lithographs, engravings… During a visit, retrace the history of slavery in Reunion.
Duration : +/- 1h
Drive from the hotel : 50min
Le Jardin des Parfums et des Epices
Located on an old volcanic flow, the Garden of Perfumes and Spices welcomes you in a lush garden, rich in 1500 endemic and indigenous plant species. At the end of the visit, you can discover a selection of products prepared from plants and spices from the farm.
Duration : +/- 1h30
Drive from the hotel : 40 min
Le Conservatoire Botanique des Mascarins
On Saint-Leu’s heights, the Reunion island botanical garden welcomes you for a free or guided tour of a 4-hectares garden area. In addition to an extensive collection of endemic plants, you can discover various temporary exhibitions all year long.
Duration : +/- 1h
Drive from the hotel : 45 min
Adventure
Canyoning
Fly over the crystalline lagoon and the grandiose landscapes of Reunion Island during a paragliding flight. In full flight, you will be able to learn how to pilot the two-seater by following the advice and instructions of your pilot.
Duration : starting from 20-min flight
Drive from the hotel : 40 min
Dolphins & Whales
Dive into the indian Ocean blue waters and meet dolphins in flippers, masks ans snorkels. From May to October, during the austral winter, you might come across whales along the island’s coast.
Duration : at least 3 jours
Drive from the hotel : 50 min
Horse riding
With Manou as your guide, witness the magical sunset show, in a unique atmosphere.
Duration : +/- 4h
Drive from the hotel : 50 min
Catamaran cruise
Enjoy a cruise aboard the largest catamaran in the Indian Ocean ! Cetacean, thematic or sunset cruises, let our concierge know your preferences.
Duration : +/- 2h30
Drive from the hotel : 1h
Lava tubes
The exploration of lava tunnels is a unique activity not to be missed in Reunion Island. In the company of specialized guides, dive into the depths of the earth and discover breathtaking underground landscapes.
Duration : +/- 2h30
Drive from the hotel : 1h
Beaches and rivers
Grande Anse beach
With its large strand of white sand, Grande Anse beach is certainly one of the most beautiful beaches on the island. You may enjoy the natural swimming pool to cool off. Lined with coconut palm trees, the idyllic setting of Grande Anse is a place particularly appreciated by locals for a picnic during the weekend.
Drive from the hotel : 5 min
Manapany
The Manapany-les-Bains site is particularly prized for its natural swimming pool bounded by basalt rocks. This charming corner with lush vegetation is also the privileged habitat of the green lizard of Manapany, an endemic species of Reunion Island.
Drive from the hotel : 15 min
Langevin river
With its multiple waterfalls, the Langevin waterfall, also called the Grand Galet waterfall, is certainly one of the most beautiful on the island. It attracts many visitors every weekend who go there for a family picnic.
Drive from the hotel : 50 min
Boucan Canot beach
Boucan Canot beach is not protected by a coral reef. However, a swimming area is equipped with an anti-shark net allowing swimming. A natural seawater swimming pool has also been set up for families.
Drive from the hotel : 55 min
Hermitage beach
The Hermitage beach is protected by a coral reef allowing you safely swim. The generally calm and clear makes it one of the favorite beaches for families. Go snorkeling and enjoy the beautiful scenery !
Drive from the hotel : 52 min
Nature
The volcano (Piton de La Fournaise)
Culminating at an altitude of 2632m, the Piton de la Fournaise is one of the most active volcanoes in the world ! It erupts regularly all year long offering a magnificent show to visitors.
Drive from the hotel : 1h40
Plaine des Sables
Crossed by the volcano’s forest road, the Plaine des Sables offers an unreal lunar landscape with reddish and bronze reflections. Change of scenery guaranteed !
Drive from the hotel : 1h30
Cap Mechant
On the south coast of Saint Philippe, the panoramic view of Cap Mechant offers a coastal landscape typical of the Wild South. You can admire the lava cliffs beaten by the waves backwash.
Drive from the hotel : 35 min