Top 10 Beaches in Martinique: From Iconic Coconut Havens to Black Sand Coves
Top 10 Beaches in Martinique: From Iconic Coconut Havens to Black Sand Coves
With over 350 kilometers of diverse tropical coastline, Martinique provides some of the most scenic beachscapes in the Lesser Antilles.
1. Plage des Salines (Sainte-Anne)
The archetype of the Caribbean paradise: over a kilometer of fine golden sand, gently leaning coconut palms, and calm turquoise waters looking out toward Saint Lucia.
2. Plage de Grande Anse d’Arlet
A sheltered bay known for calm, mirror-flat water, colorful Creole beach shacks serving grilled mahi-mahi, and sea turtles swimming just meters from the shoreline.
3. Anse Dufour & Anse Noire
Twin coves separated by a narrow rocky promontory with contrasting geologies: Anse Dufour features brilliant white coral sand, while Anse Noire displays intense jet-black volcanic sand.
4. Anse Céron & Anse Couleuvre (Le Prêcheur)
Deep in the wild north, these untouched black volcanic beaches are sheltered beneath sheer tropical rainforest cliffs.
5. Cap Chevalier & Anse Michel
Protected by an offshore barrier reef, this shallow lagoon on the Atlantic side is a world-class destination for kitesurfing, windsurfing, and peaceful swimming.