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- Anse de Colombier (Colombier Beach) — The big draw: a tiny, undeveloped crescent of sand tucked into a sheltered bay. It’s perfect for quiet swimming, snorkeling right off the sand, and feeling like you’ve got the island to yourself after the short hike or a boat drop-off.
- Colombier coastal trail — A rugged footpath that finishes at the beach. The walk is short but steep in places; it’s the real way to arrive if you want a little effort to earn the view and leave the crowds behind.
- Colombier viewpoint — The high point above the bay where the trail opens up. Sweeping panoramas of the cliffs and turquoise water make it the best place for photos and a quiet picnic while waiting for the light to change.
- Snorkeling grounds in Colombier Bay — The bay’s clear water and rocky outcrops shelter
- Anse de Colombier (Colombier Beach) — The big draw: a tiny, undeveloped crescent of sand tucked into a sheltered bay. It’s perfect for quiet swimming, snorkeling right off the sand, and feeling like you’ve got the island to yourself after the short hike or a boat drop-off.
- Colombier coastal trail — A rugged footpath that finishes at the beach. The walk is short but steep in places; it’s the real way to arrive if you want a little effort to earn the view and leave the crowds behind.
- Colombier viewpoint — The high point above the bay where the trail opens up. Sweeping panoramas of the cliffs and turquoise water make it the best place for photos and a quiet picnic while waiting for the light to change.
- Snorkeling grounds in Colombier Bay — The bay’s clear water and rocky outcrops shelter reef fish and the occasional turtle. Easy to access from the beach or by a short swim from the shoreline.
- Rocky coves and tide-pools — Small, rocky fingers off the main beach hold interesting little ecosystems at low tide—good for poking around and finding tiny sea life without needing scuba gear.
- Sunset headland — A short scramble north of the beach leads to a little promontory that’s quieter than the main viewpoint; locals come here for late-afternoon light and a peaceful sunset show.
- Traditional anchorage and boat landings — The tiny mooring spots and simple landings still used by local skiffs give a sense of the village’s working-boat side; watching boats come and go is charming and very local.
- Dry-scrub flora and coastal birds — The trail and surrounding slopes are good for quick, informal nature walks—look for coastal shrubs, cacti, and the seabirds that hunt the bay. It’s low-effort wildlife watching without a guide.
- Secluded picnic & swim spots — Small sandy nooks and ledges around Colombier make for intimate sunbathing and lunch stops away from the main beach crowd; pack your own shade and water.
- Photography and solitude spots — Colombier’s compact mix of cliffs, clear water, and empty sand gives photographers and quiet travelers plenty of framed views—bring a wide lens and a water bottle.
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Hi, I’m Johan (Netherlands 🇳🇱), the creator of TakeYourBackpack. Over the past 3 decades, I’ve backpacked through 90+ countries across six continents, gaining extensive experience with independent travel, long-term trips, and overland routes.