REUNION ISLAND: Ultimate Travel Guide to VOLCANOES & BEACHES in the Indian Ocean

This is the French paradise in Africa! Far away in the Indian Ocean is an incredible nature paradise island called La Réunion. Between Mauritius and Madagascar, this island has crazy white beaches, stunning volcanic landscapes, lush waterfalls and cosy colonial towns.
During our two week family holiday full of sun, beaches, hikes and great food, I show you all the highlights of La Réunion and all the top sights. At the airport in Saint-Denis we rent a car and drive to Boucan Canot, a hotspot near the best beaches. We visit the best snorkeling spot at Plage de l'Hermitage and drive down south to Saint-Pierre. We visit the volcanos at Piton de la Fournaise and see the best jungle waterfall Cascade de Grand Galet. Of course we brought the drone for perfect 4K footage. This video is the perfect guide for a family holiday to Reunion Island!
In the previous episodes you saw how we made a road trip from Cape Town to Kruger Park in South-Africa. We drove the Cape Namibia Route along the West Coast to look for animals in the Kalahari Desert. After that we crossed the border into Namibia, where we drove straight through the world's highest sand dunes in the Sossusvlei. We saw all the sights in Namibia and wend on for a safari in Etosha National Park. Lately we visited Botswana and Zimbabwe, to cross the border again back to South Africa. After the Kruger Park, we fly out of Johannesburg to take you island hopping on Mauritius and also the French island of La Réunion.
Our journey through Africa is part of a one and a half year trip around the world. We can even continue to travel indefinitely. On New Year's Day we started in Lanzarote and Fuerteventura, the Canary Islands. La Réunion is already destination number 26, after Oman, Cape Verde, Martinique, Saint Lucia, Tobago, Grenada, the Bahamas, the United States, Mexico, Ecuador, the Galapagos Islands, Brazil, Qatar, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Malaysia, Australia, the Philippines, Zanzibar & Tanzania, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, South Africa and Mauritius. We have also been away from home for one and a half year now. Follow us on this world tour, now in La Réunion and then to many more beautiful destinations across the globe! We still travel non-stop all year and film everything, with a new episode every week. Also take a look at instagram @woutoftheworld or www.woutoftheworld.nl
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[@julienperr2100]

Nice ! miss a very beautiful part of this island : Salazi, Cilaos and Mafate ! those places are very uniq in the world.

[@WoutoftheWorld]

Thanks! Salazi a bit similar like the places we visited from the south side. Cilaos looks beautiful though! We are traveling for a long time, so we make choices when driving time is inconvenient etc. Have you checked out our other videos? Cheers and blessings from the family 😁🤙🏻

[@EricaYE6]

Beautiful video. You're the coolest dad/husband EVER! Thanks for sharing. I definitely wanna visit Reunion Island someday. 🤩🤩🤩💛💛💛⛱🏖🏝⛰🏔🗻✈🛩🚁🛶⛵🚤🛥🗺🗿🗾🏞🌅🌄

[@studio54studio]

He'd be much cooler if he would address people by smt else than 'guys', there's more than one gender lol

[@Mary4Swiss]

​@@studio54studioou être moins formel...

[@evelynemugeni2369]

Africa is real blessed 😇

[@zenrun]

Nice video! Well done. Greetings from Reunion island 🎉

[@WoutoftheWorld]

Thanks! You live in an incredible place 😎🤙🏻

[@mohamedaiad9723]

Bonjour, je pense visiter la Réunion. Puis-je avoir de votre part des informations sur la vie sur cette île ? Merci

[@user-fy1kn5uo8o]

la réunion ❤🇷🇪 le zolie mon ile

[@WoutoftheWorld]

Thanks for the great comment! Are you from there? It’s lovely. Have you also seen our channel with 300 videos all over the world 😁 hope you subscribe and stay tuned!

[@anuragjain7751]

can't wait to visit... thanks for posting

[@katis999]

nice video, thank you.

[@mikegoalz4178]

Wonderful video of a beautiful island 🏝. Very few videos of this place on KZbin

[@philippebeillan6962]

si tu peux venir dans notre belle île tu seras là bienvenue ou le bien venu. ici les gens se respectent que ton dieu te bénisse

[@JackSon-eq5cw]

My country love this videoo

[@user-fy1kn5uo8o]

Pretty island réunion ❤🇷🇪

[@WoutoftheWorld]

Thanks for the great comment! Have you been to Réunion also? It’s lovely. Have you also seen our channel with 300 videos all over the world 😁 hope you subscribe and stay tuned!

[@notorious3602]

damm that is 1 beautiful island

[@Mary4Swiss]

It really is 🥰

[@notorious3602]

@@Mary4Swiss so yes i know the island 🏝️ is full of sharks 🦈 but i still think 💭 france 🇫🇷 missed an opportunity to host certain events like sailing there

[@Mary4Swiss]

@@notorious3602 well I agree. What is incredible is that Mauritius island not far from Réunion also have Sharks but they dont shout this information too loud ! Clever they are (b.t.w Mauritian people I love You) And many of the Sharks attacks in Réunion island happened while there was a red flag (forbidden to swim) but people went..

[@notorious3602]

@@Mary4Swiss what could have been, the first Olympics in Africa, showcasing the world’s largest overwater bridge, the first Olympics with an active volcano 🌋 eruption so many what ifs 😮‍💨

[@necopamuk5663]

Superrrr. Veel succes, genieten.Leven maar een Ker.groetjes uit Haarlem.😂

[@marciandesilva]

Your videos are amazing.

[@254Viking_Ke]

Fantastic Video.

[@WoutoftheWorld]

Thanks for the great comment! Have you been here also? It’s lovely. Have you also seen our channel with 300 videos all over the world 😁 hope you subscribe and stay tuned!

[@cocoramazani.7938]

The beauty is undeniable! 🎉🎉

[@jusdance5762]

Thank you for these AWESOME Videos!!! We are LOVING THEM....Safe Travels everyone ;)

[@WoutoftheWorld]

Youre welcome!! 😁 Did you subscribe to our channel already? We post new videos every week 🤩🙏🏼

[@jusdance5762]

Thank you! Yes, we did Subscribe. We will be sharing your channel with our friends and family. Such AMAZING Videos!! Thank you and Congrats to you for being such an Adventurer ; ) @@WoutoftheWorld

[@MohammadAliji]

Love from Dubai ❤

[@Ahmettnx]

nice video greetings

[@edijalaemmanuel8222]

AFRICA 🌍 🌍

[@DRAWKCABLLA]

Dont forget to visit the grave of LA BUSE

[@WoutoftheWorld]

Thanks for the great comment! Have you been here also? It’s lovely. Have you also seen our channel with 300 videos all over the world 😁 hope you subscribe and stay tuned!

[@ngoziokereke3561]

Lovely video, definitely taking notes of spots for when I visit, thank you! Please how did you find your hotels to book?

[@lizdyson3627]

It looks Amazing Wout.

[@0rvymond]

Very nice video !

[@Aorus7]

My man opted to reach end of the world❤

[@nikospavlou4824]

Congratulations excellent video. I hope you can visit and my country soon.

[@thewiningteamgang]

❤

[@francinejaninesarmiento1797]

Happy holidays! Your travel guide videos make me feel like I'm right there experiencing the destinations with you. By the way, have you seen the new v4 Bento Bag and the Ikigai Backpack from NomadLane? They look like they'd be great companions for your future journeys.

[@WoutoftheWorld]

Thanks for your kind words Francine! Did you find out my other videos aswell on my KZbin channel? I post new videos every weekend about destinations all over the world, so don't forget to subscribe 😎

[@Mary4Swiss]

You did not go to the east of the island : Saint André / Salazie / Sainte Anne.. And on the wild south : Manapany/ Lava Road / Saint Philippe.. But I know you had to choose

[@WoutoftheWorld]

That’s true. We travel continuously and with kids it will never be the aim to do and see everything. That would be exhausting 😜🤙🏻 you try and choose new things, fun things for the kids etc. thanks for the tips though!

[@ElimanGibba]

You are good , I have never heard of this island until a musician friend mentioned it today as his ban is headed to perform.

[@Mary4Swiss]

People usually know Mauritius Island which is our cousin island. The best is to go to La Réunion for treks ans adventures and then relaxing in Mauritius island

[@bazouka]

Very nice video, thank you, what is your setup?.

[@JulienExplo]

Good job

[@WoutoftheWorld]

Thanks Julien! 😁 Are you going to Reunion too or have you been there perhaps? Don't forget to subscribe to my channel if you like my videos, thanks for your support 😎

[@JulienExplo]

@@WoutoftheWorld :I live on Reunion Island and I share my adventures in KZbin videos...

[@zenrun]

The highest rainfall in Réunion island is Trou de Fer which is 725 meters high 😊

[@WoutoftheWorld]

This has been commented before. That one is not in one stage and it’s also not like cascade waterfall. It’s just a punchbowl that makes a freefall from a cliff.

[@zenrun]

@@WoutoftheWorld exactly it's 4 jump and the highest jump is 305 meters 😊

[@philippebeillan6962]

je pense que tu te trompes dalon .. suivant les relevés de météo France on est sur le volcan regarde sur les données .. bien a toi

[@benlaw322]

Do I need to apply for any permit for drone? Thanks

[@WoutoftheWorld]

Reunion is like France part of the EU. The EU rules apply so officially a certificate is needed to fly, just like in Europe.

[@collinsoduor9233]

I think i am the only Kenya living in Re-union🇰🇪🇰🇪🇰🇪

[@Mary4Swiss]

I used to know à kenyan girl few years ago living in Réunion island. Her name was Grace.. Really beautiful inside/outside girl

[@WiiSdo974]

15:45 we can see "Piton des Neiges" the highest in the indian ocean

[@FredyViajero]

Great video and place, have a nice weekend!

[@alexev4329]

where did you like better - Reunion or Mauritius? We are thinking of flying there this winter. and why didn’t you fly to Seychelles- they’re also nearby. thank you

[@Mary4Swiss]

These island should be done on 1 travel. First Réunion islands are différent and should be done on one trip First Réunion for The beautiful treks, moutains and adventures Then relaxing on The beautiful beaches of Mauritius

[@alexev4329]

@@Mary4Swiss Yes, I've been to both islands. First to Mauritius, then to Reunion. I just fell in love with Reunion - nothing beats its beauty. I'll definitely go back there. Mauritius is just boring in comparison :)

[@Mary4Swiss]

@@alexev4329 yes, Mauritius is first for its beautiful beaches. But I have to say if we go in the center of the island or wild South there are also beautiful landscapes.. I like fishermen's village in the South for example Réunion has its beauty on the landscapes, mountains, volcano, waterfalls... All its power comes from the earth

[@alexev4329]

@@Mary4Swiss I spent a month on each island and traveled around them from ens to end- Mauritius is of course also beautiful and it has its own hidden places, but unfortunately there are not so many of them - most of the island has been cleared of forests and planted with sugar cane - I can only imagine what a beautiful place it was before the arrival of the colonizers. Most likely, Reunion would have suffered the same fate if not for the inaccessibility of the mountainous terrain. Nevertheless, I liked both islands - they exceeded all my expectations!

[@Mary4Swiss]

@@alexev4329 I lived on each island for many years (I m native from Réunion island) and lived in Mauritius for 8 years. I can say that Mauritius has several unknown places in its center. But of course Réunion is more attractive when it comes to mountains and waterfalls. Both are beautiful 💕

[@pngian6932]

How do I get there

[@Mary4Swiss]

Depending on where you Are from... Direct flight from Paris Or From Asia generally flight via Mauritius island then Mauritius to Réunion island is only 30/40minutes

[@alexandersavic6885]

Nice video! How did you get by language wise on the island? PS. The highest waterfalls on Reunion are Cascades de Trou de Fer (725m) and Cascade Blanche (640m)

[@WoutoftheWorld]

Getting to remote places in China is difficult but doable.. Reunion shouldn’t be a problem language wise 😜 Haha that’s not really fair because it’s multiple jumps.

[@alexandersavic6885]

@@WoutoftheWorld Good to know :) I was curious since a lot of people say you cant get by without at least some basic French Yeah you're right, Trou de Fer is multiple falls but if I am not mistaken they are still taller and Cascade Blanch is more or less free fall for 500+ meters (if one is to trust Wikipedia) ;-)

[@themisteryan]

Nice but missing Cliaos, Mafate, etc...

[@WoutoftheWorld]

You mean Cilaos? And Mafate, yes it’s a very long road on the other side of Reunion. We decided not to drive five extra hours with our son 😉👍🏻

[@Mary4Swiss]

​@@WoutoftheWorldMafate is not reachable by car

[@ai77716]

Muruga muruga.... 20,000 years ago....lord karthik frok plaedius constellation meditated here! Before going to blue mountain in Australia

[@r.d.9399]

I hope it remains part of the European Union.

[@MdMijanurMijanurRahman]

Big bro Where Have YOU GONE I CAN'T FIND YOU ON WHATSAPP ONLINE

[@SangMarocain]

Come to visit Morocco

[@Mary4Swiss]

!? Another kind of trip This video is not about Morocco

[@MeadeFatLoss]

Couldn't pay me to go there

[@WoutoftheWorld]

Hi! How come you search out a video to leave a comment like that.. 😝

[@MeadeFatLoss]

@@WoutoftheWorld sharks

[@WoutoftheWorld]

@@MeadeFatLoss aaah ok understood 😂

[@mike_oe]

Small island with almost a million inhabitants. The number of people doubles every 30 or 40 years. VERY unsustainable. Stay clear of this hellhole.

[@WoutoftheWorld]

The Netherlands, where we are from, actually has more inhabitants per square meter. It’s not that small also right? 🤪 How do you feel about cities than, which are way smaller and sometimes have 20 million people. I don’t understand the term hellhole. Really not my experience 😎

[@Mary4Swiss]

Hellhole !? Did you ever tried to live there !? I did and we are really far from hell !

[@Suithegoat100M]

This is the most dangerous island in the world

[@WoutoftheWorld]

Why? Do you mean because of the shark attacks?

[@zenrun]

If this restriction keeps uncultured people like you away from our island, that's fine. The last shark attack was in 2019, and it was the only one. The USA accounted for 52% of all shark attacks last year, while Australia had 22%. Reunion Island 0%. It is no longer as dangerous as it used to be.

[@bonjour3448]

@@WoutoftheWorld It saddens me to know that my island has a reputation as « shark land », while during last season, we broke records for cetacean and whale sightings… My island is not perfect and shark attacks are certainly a reality, it is part of nature and nature is part of the beauty of my island, guys don't worry there are lagoons where you could bathe peacefully, it is so good to stay in Reunion island. 🐋🌋🌴

[@mohamedaiad9723]

​@@bonjour3448Bonjour, je pense visiter la Réunion. Puis-je avoir de votre part des informations sur la vie sur cette île ? Merci

[@mohamedaiad9723]

​@@zenrunBonjour, je pense visiter la Réunion. Puis-je avoir de votre part des informations sur la vie sur cette île ? Merci

[@user-lk4gi3wy8b]

the sharks: 👁️👄👁️

[@zenrun]

Uncultured as always...