As we headed north, we drove along roads lined with sugarcane.  There were also many cows with small horns grazing as well as an occasional pot-bellied pig.  The island is relatively flat and known as the pancake island.  However, we also found very hilly regions with rain forest-like areas. 

We saw incredible cliffs with turquoise surf pounding against it, making white-crested waves as they crashed violently against the rock outcropping.  We were able to hike right alongside the top of one of these, which was actually quite dangerous.  We took care not to get too close to the edge, as we wouldn’t survive a fall into the water. 

We also visited a sink hole with an archway pushed through some rocks, making a hole.  That, too, was a beautiful site. 

As we continued to drive along the coastline, we saw beautiful beaches and a small island just off of Vieux Fort Beach.  It looked very tranquil and beautiful.

Several yachts were anchored off of Mystique Beach, which made that area look quite romantic.  We had heard that there are many turtles in that area and that the anchorage is relatively calm. 

At the end of our scooter adventure, we marveled at how breathtaking beautiful this rural island is, with its dramatic views, picturesque beaches, and historical sites.  Unfortunately the towns are not very beautiful, in my opinion, but the rest of the island truly makes up for that.  The locals were incredibly friendly towards us and things like garbage disposal, an ATM, the supermarket, and laundry are fairly convenient to the floating dinghy dock.  The slow pace of the island made for a very relaxing and calming stay.  We were sorry to leave this hidden gem of an island.