The wild beauty of Réunion

LE SUD SAUVAGE

 

Le Sud Sauvage, or “The Wild South,” is one of the most untouched and rugged regions of Réunion Island. This volcanic coastline, located along the island’s southeast, is defined by dramatic cliffs, black-sand beaches, and lush rainforests. The area is still being shaped by lava flows from Piton de la Fournaise, creating a constantly evolving landscape. Visitors to Le Sud Sauvage can witness this unique interaction between land and sea, where fresh lava meets the ocean, forming new land in a dramatic display of nature’s raw power.

The region is also home to some of Réunion’s most picturesque fishing villages, where traditional Creole culture is still very much alive. Le Sud Sauvage is a perfect destination for those seeking adventure and solitude, offering untamed beauty far from the island’s more developed tourist areas.

RÉUNION ISLAND’S HIGHLIGHTS

Saint-Gilles-les-Bains

Saint-Denis

Cilaos

Salazie

Piton de la Fournaise

Le Sud Sauvage