Boucan Canot Beach, White sand beach in Saint-Paul, France.
Boucan Canot is a sand beach on the western coast of Reunion Island featuring white sand lined with palm trees. Dark volcanic cliffs frame the shoreline in the background.
The beach received a protective net against sharks in 2015, significantly improving visitor safety. This safety measure marked a turning point in how the beach operates today.
The beach serves as a gathering place where residents and tourists spend their days swimming and sunbathing together. Weekends bring the most activity as families and friends enjoy the ocean and sand.
The beach has supervised swimming zones and public facilities with lifeguards on duty throughout the day. Plan to arrive in the morning when it tends to be less crowded.
A natural rock pool on one side of the beach creates a sheltered swimming area protected from strong ocean currents. Visitors often prefer this calm zone for swimming.
Location: Saint-Paul
Made from material: white sand
GPS coordinates: -21.02810,55.22580
Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:01
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