Réunion

Réunion is a French overseas island in the Indian Ocean, and scuba diving is mainly centered on the coasts near Saint-Gilles, Saint-Leu, and Saint-Paul. Conditions are typically tropical: warm water, generally good visibility when seas are calm, and strong currents that can affect deeper sites. Divers commonly choose reef dives close to shore and boat dives that reach steeper drop-offs and volcanic structures. Marine life often includes reef fish, turtles, and a variety of invertebrates, while larger pelagic sightings can occur seasonally. The region suits recreational divers, with some sites offering more advanced profiles depending on conditions.