The turquoise lagoon of the west coast
Swimming in the lagoon
At a glance
- Category
- Beaches and swimming
- Area
- The west coast
- Swimming
- Swimming in the lagoon
- Lifeguards
- No
- Snorkelling
- Yes
- With children
- Yes
- Shade
- Little
- Parking
- Yes
- Places to stay nearby
- 8 places to stay within 1 km
A long beach near Bourail with a shallow turquoise lagoon and a view of the reef. An excellent place for kayaking and paddleboarding; La Roche Percée is close by.
Risks. Wind in the afternoon.
On the map
Orange dots: places to stay nearby. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors. Coordinates are approximate.
Where to stay nearby: Poé beach
All places to stay in the area →
Distance from the sight as the crow flies: POE côté lagon Beach bungalows — 520 m; Poé chambres d'hôtes — 530 m; Gîte Le Cheratof — 540 m; Poé Coté Lagon — 560 m.
Tours nearby
All tours on the island →
Opening hours, prices and rules are a rough guide: check official websites before you go.