Plage des Hattes

The beach extends for 5 kilometers along the Atlantic coast with light sand bordered by palm trees and natural vegetation.

The site gained international recognition in the 1970s when researchers identified it as one of the world's largest nesting grounds for leatherback turtles.

Local communities maintain traditional practices of monitoring and protecting the nesting grounds while educating visitors about marine conservation.

Visitors can access the beach year-round without entrance fees, though the best turtle watching occurs between April and July.

Every year, thousands of leatherback and green sea turtles emerge from the ocean to lay their eggs on this protected coastline.

Location: Awala-Yalimapo

GPS coordinates: 5.74677,-53.94255

Latest update: November 25, 2025 18:19