Reunion
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Reunion
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| Capital: | Main cities: St.Denis (north) and St.Pierre (South) |
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| Language: | French |
| Currency: | Euro |
| Population: 720.000 | |
Background
The background and history of reunion is best observed on Wikipedia
Climate & Weather
The climate is tropical and humid. The sea temperature rarely drops below 23°C! The summer is from December to March with an average temperature of 26°C on the coast. Winter is from April to November with an average temperature of 20°C on the coast. However, as one moves inland, and up, the temperature drops progressively. The cyclone season is usually between December and February.The prevailing winds blow from the east and south-east - the west coast being known as the leeward coast. The east coast has, generally, more rain than the west.
Sources of weather forecasting here:
Charts
Submit details of the charts required for safe navigation of the area.
Any navigation notes here.
Local Radio Nets
Also see World Cruiser's Nets
Arrival/Departure procedures
Same as for France
Immigration
Same as for France
Customs
- Firearms and ammunition MUST be declared on arrival.
- PETS: The Pet Travel Scheme (PETS) is in operation here and animals must have a Pet Passport, microchip, current Health Certificate and Rabies Vaccination Certificate issued by a recognised Veterinarian and have been blood-tested prior to arrival.
- Yachts are allowed to stay for up to six months (including multiple entry) during a 12 month period providing that none of the crew enter into any employment ashore or the vessel is chartered (NOTE: "Paying" crew is considered chartering).
Visas
Reunion is a French Overseas Department.
- Same Visa Regulations as for France apply.
- See Official Site for full details of visa requirements and how to apply.
Visas should be obtained from a French Embassy or Consulate in advance and ensure that the visa given is valid for Reunion.
Health & Security
Chikungunya (a serious tropical disease transmitted by mosquitos), has appeared in Reunion of late. More info on the disease
Ports & Popular Stops
- Saint-Pierre (Port of entry)
- Pointe des Galets (Port of entry)
- Saint Gilles les Bains
Main marina is in Le Port (Pointe des Galets, West Coast)
Other ports: St. Pierre (South) 21° 19' 1 South , 55° 28' 59 East
St.Gilles (very low depth!)
Ste.Marie (North) Port ist not suitable for sailing boats.
Offshore Islands
None
Cruiser's Friends
Submit details/contacts of cruiser's "friends" that can be contacted in advance or on arrival - who can offer information and assistance to our cruising "family".
References & Publications
Books, Guides, etc.
Links to CruiserLog Forum discussions
Links to discussions on the CruiserLog Forum
External Links
- Chamber of Commerce & Industrie of Reunion (responsable for the ports of: Le Port, Ste.Marie & St.Gilles
- Committee of Tourism of Reunion
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