Réunion is a very safe destination. There is little crime and very few visitors encounter a problem. Réunion is a popular hiking destination – it is never a good idea to hike alone, but if you have to, let somebody know where you’re going.
Below are tips on staying safe in Réunion.
Staying Safe in Cities & Towns
You should always be alert when visiting unfamiliar cities. Take care of your valuables and don’t leave them lying around unattended. Walking around at night isn’t recommended, rather take a taxi. For more safety tips that apply to African cities in general:
Other Tips on Staying Safe
Please read the pages below regarding malaria and vaccination information for Réunion and general travel safety precautions.
Governments' Travel Advice
Please use the links below for governments’ travel advice on Réunion.
- Canada
– travel.gc.ca - EU member states
– ec.europa.eu - Ireland
– www.dfa.ie - United Kingdom
– www.gov.uk