The road along the south coast of the island stretches over twenty kilometers. Beautiful beaches and magnificent sceneries are offered to the visitor. One is sure to be able to relax. It's all about pleasure!

At the junction that heads towards the massif of Morne Brabant, those heading for the south move further and further away from the coast, which although beautiful is often concealed by the houses built along the coastline.

The road then leads off towards a hillier landscape, embellished with bushy plants, yellowed by the blazing sun. Then, at the end of a bend, the sea suddenly appears out of nowhere with its blue coat looking brighter than ever.

While the asphalted road levels off to meet up with the shore, the languid sea is covered by numerous shades of colour and a vivid blue out in the open sea. It is more and more turquoise towards the beach, where the water is transparent and reveals a sand or coral sea bed in a combination of green and very light blue tones.

Lined with casuarinas, the beaches stretch as far as the eye can see. A few handcrafted fishing boats rock to the rhythm of the waves, near the small suburbs that punctuate the road. The beaches beyond these villages are almost secluded.

Breathtaking views are ever present along the road leading from Pointe Corail de La Prairie to Gris Gris, through Ma Condé, Bel Ombre, Rivière des Galets, Pomponette, Riambel, Surinam and Souillac,

Sometimes, the road is almost at sea level. The mangroves act as an improvised hedge along both sides of the road. Sometimes, it's the volcanic rocks with their sharp tips that impress the most.

The traveller then finds himself protected between the sheer cliff side and the beach, which, far off, merges into the sky. In some places, the rugged land conceals miniature bays where one can have a swim. They are at all not crowded. However, one should be careful because, sometimes the mass of coral obstructs the sea bed.

At some other spots, such as Saint-Félix, the beach is wide and well developed. A parking area, accommodating nearly fifty cars is a perfect picnic spot. Along this coastline, the Beach Authority has specified nine public beaches all as striking as each other.

The one in Gris-Gris is also famous. Several people go there to admire, from the top of the cliffs, the rough waves breaking against the rocks. Sheltered from this tumult and thanks to a coral barrier, a peaceful nook with calm waters and white sand stretches down below the steep rocks. The lobster fishermen set their traps or bait.