Trou Bleu d'Anawa
Trou Bleu d'Hanawa
A deep blue sinkhole in the forest of northern Ouvéa, connected to the ocean, where sea turtles often surface to breathe.
Trou Bleu d'Hanawa (also known as Trou Bleu d'Anawa) is a circular limestone collapse sinkhole in the forest of northern Ouvéa. Its floor is filled with salt water connected to the sea, which gives it a deep cobalt blue color. Sea turtles and fish enter through underground passages. If you wait quietly, you can often see turtles surface to breathe. Nearby is a small pool known as the “Snake Hole.” The site lies on tribal land and is considered sacred, so swimming is prohibited. Obtain the tribe's permission before visiting; your guesthouse host can arrange this. The site is about 15 km north of Fayaoué. You need a rental car or bicycle to get there, and the forest paths are hard to find, so it is best to hire a local guide.
Opening hours
Daytime
Nearby sights
- Memorial of the Nineteen, Wadrilla
- Saint-Joseph Church, Ouvéa
- Fayaoué Beach
- Lékiny Cliffs
- Pont de Mouli
- Ouvéa
- Pléiades du Sud
- Beautemps-Beaupré Atoll