Best of Bouillante

Bouillante is the gateway to the Réserve Cousteau, a protected marine area surrounding the Pigeon Islands. This collection highlights the region's volcanic landscape, featuring geothermal springs like the Bains Chauds de Thomas and submarine vents. The underwater sites, including L'Aquarium and Le Jardin de Corail, offer coral gardens and diverse marine life. On land, the tropical forest provides canopy adventures, while Malendure’s black sand beach serves as the hub for diving and boat excursions.

Best of Bouillante — Map

A

L'Aquarium

Shallow diving site in the Réserve Cousteau reaching depths of 15 meters, known for high visibility and a high density of tropical fish species.

B

Le Jardin de Corail

Diving and snorkeling site at the Pigeon Islands featuring extensive coral formations, sea fans, and brain corals in shallow waters.

C

Accro branche dans la forêt tropicale

Treetop adventure park located within the tropical rainforest, featuring zip lines and rope bridges at varying heights.

D

Source chaude

Submarine geothermal vent where volcanic activity heats the seawater, accessible to snorkelers near the coast.

E

Pointe Carangue

Underwater site in the Réserve Cousteau characterized by drop-offs and frequent sightings of jacks, barracudas, and sea turtles.

F

La Piscine

Sheltered, shallow area between the Pigeon Islands with a sandy bottom, used for introductory scuba diving and snorkeling.

G

Bouée Anticyclonique

Diving site in the Réserve Cousteau featuring a coral plateau that transitions into deeper waters, often attracting schools of pelagic fish.

H

Bains Chauds de Thomas

Natural rock pool on the shoreline where a volcanic hot spring mixes with the sea, creating a warm thermal bath.

I

Station balnéaire de Malendure

Volcanic black sand beach that serves as the main departure point for diving centers and glass-bottom boat tours to the Pigeon Islands.

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