On the second day dedicated to exploring the area, with gloomy weather, we chose Bouillante as our first stop, so called because a river of boiling (and deadly) thermal water plunges into the ocean.

In the estuary, the water heated by the bowels of the volcano mixes with that of the sea, creating a sort of "open sea" thermal pool, a must-try.

Dive into these magical waters to experience an absolute sensation of relaxation (do not get too close to the estuary, a large sign invites you to keep your distance)!

After this hot bath we went to Malendure beach, hoping for better weather (which would have listened to our prayers), starting point for diving among the corals of the reserve dedicated to the great explorer Jacques Cousteau.

Here too, as for the Grand Cul de Sac, it is possible to rent a kayak for half a day or take a tour in a boat with a glass hull to observe the seabed.

With the Kayak you reach the Ilet Pigeons, where you can snorkel among colorful tropical fish and corals (pay attention to the stinging fire corals!), and look for the bust of Cousteau lying on the seabed, being careful of the strong current present right in that point.

Great fun was also our unscheduled one, a rowing race against rival French cousins ​​during the return to the beach, which ended with our final victory on the photo finish!