Le Badamier Blanc
Between lagoon
and volcano
Vacations in Réunion: Where to Stay, Between the Lagoon and the Volcano
Réunion is lived in two tempos: the West Coast for its lagoon, beaches and sunsets, and the highlands for the volcano, wide-open landscapes and cool air. Our four houses are spread across both. Here is our guide to planning your stay.
The map
Two bases, one island
Our houses sit at both ends of the journey: on Mont Roquefeuil, in the hills above Saint-Gilles, and in Plaine des Cafres, at the foot of the Volcano Road. Hover over the map to locate the highlights.
- Mont Roquefeuil · Saint-GillesGrand, Villa and Tiny Badamier Blanc, a few minutes from the beaches.
- Ermitage lagoonMarine nature reserve, calm water behind the reef.
- Saint-Paul marketFriday 6am–5:30pm and Saturday 6am–12pm, on the seafront.
- Maïdo viewpointA bird’s-eye view of the Mafate cirque, at 2,205 m.
- Plaine des CafresChalet Badamier Blanc, hot tub and fresh highland air.
- Cité du Volcan · Bourg-MuratThe volcano museum, at the start of the Volcano Road.
- Plaine des SablesA red and grey mineral landscape between Demi-Piton and Piton Chisny.
- Pas de BellecombeViewpoint over the Enclos Fouqué and Piton de la Fournaise.
Two worlds
The lagoon in the morning, the volcano at dawn
On Réunion, the climate changes within an hour’s drive. Choose your base, or combine both.
When to go
One island, two seasons
There is no bad time, only different wishes. Here is how the year unfolds.
Drier and cooler weather, ideal for hiking and the volcano. Bring a jacket for the highlands, especially in the evening.
Heat, humidity and a warmer lagoon. It is also cyclone season: follow the forecasts before and during your stay.
Our houses
Your base, by the lagoon or by the volcano
Good to know
Before you go
To get from the coast to the highlands and reach the volcano, Maïdo and the beaches.
Clouds often cover the highlands by late morning: Maïdo and the volcano are best at dawn.
In Plaine des Cafres and on the volcano the air is cool, especially in the evening and at sunrise.
Check-in from 4pm, check-out before 10am. Minimum stay 5 nights, 4 in some periods.
Do not touch the coral, take no sand or shells, and avoid sanctuary zones marked in orange.
Online availability and direct contact with your hosts, by phone or email.
Your stay, between lagoon and volcano
Four houses, two worlds. Tell us your dates, we will take care of the rest.
"Every stay is a new story".
LE BADAMIER BLANC
1 Rue De Kerval,
Saint-Gilles-les-bains 97434, Reunion Island
52 Impasse Bellevue,
Plaine des Cafres, 97418 Le Tampon, Reunion Island
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