Nearer, truer and more nature. That is the promise of the Esprit Parc National [National Park Spirit] – Reunion Island brand and the experiences it has to offer, all of them as authentic as they are intense. Much more than just a title, the name highlights the label’s commitment to providing getaways in full respect of sites, cultures and traditions. Feel like trying one out? Get to know our service providers and treat yourself to a concentrate of activities and sensations!
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the ultimate getaway!1 – The Esprit Parc national - Reunion Island label, kosa i lé* ?
The Spirit ? It’s the spirit of the conviction that it’s possible to travel and consume otherwise, in particular by returning to such essential values as sharing (efforts, experiences and best practices), daily commitment (to the territory’s preservation and sustainability) and the authenticity of products of local knowhow.
The National Parks ? They’re outstanding terrestrial and marine natural protected areas. Their main missions include preservation of natural, cultural and landscape heritage, and education and awareness-raising on biodiversity. Small actions, big ambitions! There are 11 National Parks in France: 8 in Metropolitan France and 3 in Overseas France.
Created in 2007, Reunion Island National Park focuses on protecting and promoting the heartlands and their remarkable biodiversity, which has earned it an internationally recognised distinction: inscription of its major sites on the prestigious World Heritage List. Reunion Island’s Pitons, Cirques and Ramparts were inscribed on UNESCO’s List of Natural Sites in 2010.
* Kosa i lé = What is it?
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Get a taste of Creole life in Sainte-Rose
And what if we told you it was possible to spend your holiday at the foot of a volcano? Or wake up in the old-world tranquillity of a leafy rural estate? Or have the Indian Ocean lapping at your feet every morning? They’re all possible these days thanks to our Esprit Parc National-branded gites of character in Sainte-Rose, in the south of the ultimate island.
With your family or as a couple, fall under the spell of our very comfortable guestrooms with all the character of traditional Creole huts. Once you’ve set down your suitcases, lush green nature, colourful landscapes and traditional cuisine will be waiting for you, for a 100% exotic experience. A taste of paradise on earth…
Take to the heights in the Salazie Cirque
“I will flourish wherever I am brought”. This Reunion Island motto could well apply to your next Esprit Parc National-branded accommodation. Set a course for Hell-Bourg, ranked as one of the Most Beautiful Villages of France, and immerse yourself in pure simplicity. Here, in the heights of the Salazie Cirque, a little hotel with a timeless atmosphere welcomes travellers seeking a real change of scenery.
Enjoy the local art of living in one of Reunion Island’s most picturesque villages before settling down for the night in one of its guesthouse’s six rooms, each with a different theme. Indian, Creole, Chinese or Malagasy: choose your destination and make sure you sleep soundly, as tomorrow you’ll be off hiking in the wilderness!
3 - Between visits to gardens and heritage
Happy Hiking
Don your hiking boots and buckle up your backpacks in Happy Valley as Esprit Parc National leads the way in discovery of the heights of Saint-Denis. Start your guided tour in an authentic Creole family garden. From camellias to azaleas and from bamboos to fruit trees, the story of plants and people gone by unfolds before your eyes. Let your host of the day’s anecdotes take you back to the tan lontan, a bygone era composed of warm-hearted traditions and love of the land. 3 hours of hiking – that’s what it takes to appreciate the local heritage to the full!
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Take home a bit of the ultimate island in your suitcase
There’s no lack of talent among our local producers! More than enough to provide you with quality products and activities that are ever more sustainable and responsible, in full respect of their natural environment. Browse through our handmade crafts shops and take home a bit of Reunion Island heritage in your suitcase. Gourmet grocery shops (forest honey this way), creations (there you go – an embroidered cushion) and wellness (and a bois maigre tisane): all tastes are permitted.
FAQ
- ➡️ Why choose Esprit Parc National - Reunion Island products, activities and experiences ?
✅ For their high standards
Getting recognition can be a tall order. And so much the better! Professionals who wish to apply must first of all belong to a municipality that has signed the National Park charter. They must then comply with a first general rule and a second rule specific to their activity sector, in order to make sure they are in compliance with the brand’s and Reunion Island National Park’s ethical and eco-friendly values. Their organisation is then visited by an expert who confirms (or otherwise) their request’s validity. All signs of a fair yet demanding recruitment process.
It’s only after they obtain the precious sesame that candidates can benefit from the network and the Esprit Parc National – Reunion Island brand’s visibility.
✅ For their local roots
Nobody likes getting scammed. All the more so on a Sunday morning in the market’s aisles. To make sure you’re buying 100% Pei forest honey and Bourbon Pointu Grand Cru coffee, there’s nothing better than purchasing a known brand.
- ➡️ What are Reunion Island National Park’s must-see sites ?
✅ Take the lava trail and explore the volcano; view the Cilaos Cirque from Les Makes; climb up the Maïdo from the village of Le Tévelave; discover Salazie’s springs and waterfalls: rediscover Reunion Island National Park’s most beautiful natural and cultural sites, far from the madding crowd !
