Whale Watching, Réunion Island
What to see at Whale Watching and how to fit it into a Réunion Island trip.
Quick answer
Humpback whales migrate past Réunion's west coast from July to September — boat tours offer close encounters.
Best season for Réunion Island: April–November. Recommended trip length: 6–9 Days.
About Whale Watching
Humpback whales migrate past Réunion's west coast from July to September — boat tours offer close encounters.
Whale Watching 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
- Cap Méchant
- Hell-Bourg
- Paragliding at Saint-Leu
Questions about Whale Watching
What is Whale Watching?
Humpback whales migrate past Réunion's west coast from July to September — boat tours offer close encounters.
When is the best time to visit Whale Watching?
Réunion Island's best season is April–November, which is the best window for Whale Watching too.
How many days do I need in Réunion Island to include Whale Watching?
Trripah recommends 6–9 Days for Réunion Island. Whale Watching fits into a normal itinerary without extra days.
Can Trripah include Whale Watching in a Réunion Island package?
Yes. Tell us your dates and group and we add Whale Watching to a Réunion Island plan with flights, hotels and transfers, usually within 24 hours.