Description  

The coastline of the municipalities of Marin and Vauclin has a very high environmental value. Characterized by a great biological diversity composed of: wetlands (ponds, mangroves, backwaters, temporary rivers, marine environments), forest formations on the back beach (the most notable on the island), secondary forests, and hills. 

The Massel River is a very important source of nearby rainwater, essential for the supply and operation of ponds and mangroves in this area. ales avoisinantes, indispensable à l’alimentation et au fonctionnement des étangs et de la mangrove de cette zone. 

Biodiversity

This great diversity of environments leads to an important biodiversity, particularly in terms of avian fauna, both sedentary and migratory, and entomological fauna. 

Ecotourism potential

This sector brings together several of the most beautiful coves in the South of Martinique, crowned by a set of green wooded hills. 

A marked hiking trail behind the Grand Macabou, allows the discovery of different environments. It is possible to observe the rocks of Pointe Marie-Catherine made of solidified lava flows from 20 million years ago. These are, like the Caravel Peninsula, the oldest in Martinique. Next, it is possible to discover the Massel pond and its fauna of migratory birds, such as hawks, eagles, etc.; or sedentary birds from Martinique, such as the American kestrel (Falco sparverius), the white-tailed nightjar (Hydropsalis cayennensis) and the osprey (Pandion haliaetus) among others. Along the Grosse Roche cove is a forest that has dried up due to deforestation for charcoal production and sugarcane cultivation.