There are three main islands in the group: Fotoba, Kassa and Roume. Each one has its own character. Kassa is the most visited and has a long beach shaded by palm trees. Roume is quieter and mostly covered in forest. Fotoba was once home to a small trading settlement.
The water around the islands is warm and clear, which makes it perfect for snorkelling. Beneath the surface, coral gardens are home to brightly coloured fish, sea turtles and starfish. At low tide, shallow rock pools reveal tiny sea creatures hiding among the barnacles and seaweed.
Fishermen from the islands have caught fish in these waters for generations. They use traditional wooden pirogues painted in bright colours, and they know exactly where the best fishing spots are - knowledge passed down from parents and grandparents.
The islands are also an important stopping-off point for migratory birds travelling between Europe and Africa. In certain seasons, thousands of birds rest on the islands to feed and recover their strength before continuing their long journey across the ocean.