Low-carbon holidays in Reunion: instructions for use

What if your next tropical break combined carbon lightness and authenticity?

Beneath the filao trees and the sea spray of the Indian Ocean, low-carbon holidays in Reunion Island take on a whole new dimension.

We often imagine that traveling far necessarily involves a strong impact.

But on this volcanic island, every action can reduce the footprint while enhancing the territory.

Sleep in an eco-friendly hotel, eat local food , stroll by bike through the streets of Saint-Gilles…

Here, you slow down, you breathe, you savor differently.

Latitude 21, your charming three-star hotel in Saint-Gilles-les-Bains, shows you how to combine pleasure, comfort and respect for the island.

>>> I discover an eco-responsible hotel a stone’s throw from the beach

A step aside with soft mobility

Traveling is often the hardest part of the journey. But in Reunion Island, you can travel light and think big.

From Saint-Gilles, cycle routes run along the beaches and wind towards breathtaking viewpoints.

Some rental companies offer electric bikes , perfect for climbing hills without burning out your calves… or fuel.

For the more curious, public transport is reliable and practical.
Shuttles serve the major hiking spots, while you let your footprint rest .

And if the call of the trail tickles you, lace up your sneakers and set off on foot from the hotel. The seaside resort of Saint-Gilles is full of accessible and verdant coastal paths.

Eco-friendly accommodation right on the waterfront

True luxury? Sleeping in peace with nature . And Latitude 21 has made it a philosophy.

The establishment incorporates sustainable materials , prioritizes energy savings , and uses ecological cleaning products .

All this without sacrificing quality of welcome or comfort.

The rooms offer soothing views of the ocean or tropical garden. Here, there’s no overhanging concrete, but a gentle integration into the landscape.

You’re just a stone’s throw from the beach, yet in a cozy, unspoiled atmosphere, far from standardized resorts . A truly eco-friendly accommodation where slowing down rhymes with savoring.

Nature and light carbon activities

Forget jet skis. The lagoon whispers other secrets to you.

Mask on your nose, fins on your feet, the corals welcome you in a vibrant silence. Snorkeling , just like transparent kayaking or aquatic hiking , allows you to enjoy without disturbing the marine balance.

On the land side, local guides take you along the trails of Mafate or the slopes of Maïdo. They tell you about the flora, the memory, the stones (and bring sustainable tourism to life in Reunion ).

And if you like calm sensations, go at dawn to observe the sea turtles , in a soft light, a stone’s throw from the hotel .

Here are some 100% nature activities:

• Sunset paddleboarding
• Visit to a permaculture farm
• Bathing in the Trois Bassins waterfalls
• Canyoning in shaded ravines
• Twilight hikes with a local guide

Also read. 100% nature itinerary in Reunion without leaving the west of the island

Another way to travel

Slower, stronger. Perhaps this is slow tourism in the Indian Ocean .

Take the time to have breakfast overlooking the lagoon. Chat with the fishmonger at the Saint-Paul market. Spend an hour listening to the wind in the coconut trees.

Here, every moment counts because it doesn’t consume you. Because it reconnects you.

Latitude 21 is part of this logic: no forced agitation, but an invitation to refocus on the essential . It’s ecological travel , but with taste, sunshine and humanity.

An ethical stay , gentle for the island and rich for you.

>>> I book a room with an ocean view for a sweet and lasting stay