Reunion

Visitor Information

Climate | Latest Travel Advice | Visas & Immigration | Money | Local Time | Getting Around | Electrical Power | Travel Insurance

CLIMATE

Reunion has a hot tropical climate that can be split into two seasons; the hot, rainy, clyclonic summer from October to March; and from April to September, the cool, dry winter. The east coast has higher rainfall that the west. In the hills temperatures are much cooler, and can reach freezing point during night time.

Climate Chart for St. Denis

For today's weather forecast see CNN - Africa Weather Forecasts


LATEST TRAVEL ADVICE

Foreign & Commonwealth Office (London)
State Department - Travel Warnings


VISAS & IMMIGRATION

Nationals of USA, Canada, New Zealand and most European countries may enter for up to three months with out visa but Australian and other do require French visas. The requirements change regularly and it is recommended that you check with your local representative, or French Embassy for the latest. It is usual for the authorities to request that visitors provide proof of an onward ticket and supply the name of intended accommodation.


MONEY

Official Currency:    Euro - Cents
Current Exchange Rate:    Today's Exchange Rate

The more popular credit cards are accepted. Travellers cheques can be widely exchanged.


BANKING & BUSINESS HOURS

Banking:    Monday to Friday : 0800-1600
Shops:     Monday to Saturday: 0800-1200 and 1400-1800


LOCAL TIME

Reunion is four hours ahead of GMT

TRANSPORT & GETTING AROUND


Air:
International Flights

British Airways

Domestic Flights
Aero-Clubs offer planes for hire to all over the island from Roland-Garros Airport.

Public Transport:
The bus service covers most of the island and is comfortable and efficient.

Self Drive / Hire Cars:

Driving is on the right hand side and and International Driving Licence is recommended. Car hire is available at the airport and in St. Denis and some other main towns.

Mountain bikes and conventional bikes can be hired.

Hitching around the country is fairly easy

The Africa Guide's recommended Map
		La Reunion Folded map, Full colour   (Maps Worldwide) Published by Institut Geographique National (IGN) Detailed map of Reunion with simple street map of Saint-Denis, and annual temperature and precipitation map.

Electrical Power

TRAVEL INSURANCE

If you need medical care whilst in Reunion, it is best to be aware that medical providers may not accept payment through your insurance company. In these circumstances you will have to pay in full after your treatment and file a claim with your insurance company for reimbursement. Therefore you should have access to cash, either from a credit card or by wire transfer. If you need assistance contact the country's local embassy or representative.

To be compensated you must be treated by licensed medical personnel and provide your insurance company with proper documentation and receipts.

It is advisable to always ensure you have a comprehensive travel insurance policy which covers you for repatriation to your home country.

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