Beaches, Swimming & Snorkelling
Enjoy the most beautiful coastlines and crystal-clear waters
Beaches, swimming & snorkeling
The island offers white, blonde and volcanic black sand. Conditions can change quickly; respect local flags, swell and sargassum warnings.
Les Salines - Sainte-Anne
Long golden-sand beach with calm turquoise water; family swimming and snorkeling.
Anse Couleuvre - Le Prêcheur
Wild black-sand beach reached after a short walk; snorkeling, diving and striking scenery.
Anse Mabouya - Sainte-Luce
Quiet blonde-sand beach with calm water, shade and views toward Diamond Rock.
Diamond Beach - Le Diamant
Three-kilometre beach facing Diamond Rock; strong waves suit surfers more than young swimmers.
Anse Mitan - Trois-Îlets
Accessible and lively, with restaurants, bars and calm family-friendly water.
Pointe du Bout - Trois-Îlets
Shallow turquoise cove close to the marina; beautiful sunset views over the bay.
Anse Michel - Cap Chevalier
Coral-sand beach protected by the reef; swimming, kitesurfing, kayaking and paddleboarding.
Pointe Faula - Le Vauclin
Very shallow lagoon, popular with families, windsurfers and kitesurfers.
Anse Noire - Anses-d’Arlet
Intimate black-sand cove with calm transparent water and excellent snorkeling.
Anse Dufour - Anses-d’Arlet
Small fishing cove known for clear water, fish and sea turtles; arrive early.
Anse Figuier - Rivière-Pilote
Family beach with clear water, children’s facilities and nearby food options.
Anse Caritan - Sainte-Anne
Small shaded beach with calm water and easy snorkeling.
Anse Trabaud - Sainte-Anne
Remote coral-sand beach reached on foot; wild setting and occasional surf.
Anse Grosse Roche
Protected natural beach
reached after a walk, famous for its heart-shaped rock opening.
reached after a walk, famous for its heart-shaped rock opening.
Anse Meunier - Sainte-Anne
Long, quiet white-sand beach accessible by coastal trail from Les Salines.
Gros Raisin - Sainte-Luce
Shaded blonde-sand coves with calm water and food nearby.
Anse Céron - North Martinique
Volcanic-sand beach with picnic facilities and snorkeling facing Îlet La Perle.
Cap Macré - Southeast
Wild white-sand beach and reef-protected lagoon with picnic shade.
Pointe Borgnèse - Sainte-Anne
Gentle seabed and colourful fish make it attractive for children and snorkelers.
Anse Azérot - Sainte-Marie
Authentic family beach with shade and picnic tables; take care in heavy swell.