Réunion: To Traverse an Island
La Réunion is a vibrant kaleidoscope of natural wonder and cultural fusion, nestled in the heart of the Indian Ocean.
This French island dazzles with emerald rainforests, dramatic volcanic peaks like the awe-inspiring Piton de la Fournaise, and beaches fringed with turquoise lagoons and black volcanic sands.
The air is rich with the scent of vanilla and spices, echoing the island’s Creole heritage and its blend of African, Indian, European, and Chinese influences.
Colourful markets buzz with life, rhythmic Sega music drifts through the air, and every sunrise over the cirques feels like a brushstroke on nature’s canvas.
La Réunion is not just a place, but a sensory celebration, and in May of 2025, we hiked across it.
To Traverse an Island
To Traverse an Island
An epic adventure in the heart of the Indian Ocean
as we traverse La Réunion. A recent cyclone leads to a re-route...
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To Traverse an Island Pt. II
To Traverse an Island Pt. II
Continuing our adventures in Mafate, we conclude on the slopes of the Piton des Neiges (the highest point in the Indian Ocean)!
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To Traverse an Island Pt. III
To Traverse an Island Pt. III
From the highest point in the Indian Ocean, to the south coast of the island (with an active volcano in between)!
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