Cap Méchant, Réunion Island
What to see at Cap Méchant and how to fit it into a Réunion Island trip.
Quick answer
Towering black lava cliffs pounded by Indian Ocean swell on the wild south coast — one of the island's most dramatic viewpoints.
Best season for Réunion Island: April–November. Recommended trip length: 6–9 Days.
About Cap Méchant
Towering black lava cliffs pounded by Indian Ocean swell on the wild south coast — one of the island's most dramatic viewpoints.
Cap Méchant is one of 13 places we cover in Réunion Island, and falls on day 3 of our 5-day Réunion Island plan.
More places to visit in Réunion Island
- Piton de la Fournaise
- Cirque de Mafate
- Cap Méchant & the Wild South
- Cirque de Cilaos
- L'Hermitage Lagoon
- Hell-Bourg
- Paragliding at Saint-Leu
- Whale Watching
Questions about Cap Méchant
What is Cap Méchant?
Towering black lava cliffs pounded by Indian Ocean swell on the wild south coast — one of the island's most dramatic viewpoints.
When is the best time to visit Cap Méchant?
Réunion Island's best season is April–November, which is the best window for Cap Méchant too.
How many days do I need in Réunion Island to include Cap Méchant?
Trripah recommends 6–9 Days for Réunion Island. Cap Méchant fits into a normal itinerary without extra days.
Can Trripah include Cap Méchant in a Réunion Island package?
Yes. Tell us your dates and group and we add Cap Méchant to a Réunion Island plan with flights, hotels and transfers, usually within 24 hours.