Are there snakes on St Martin?

Are there snakes on St Martin? Fortunately, there are very few harmful species in Saint Martin / Sint Maarten. There are no snakes, and just a few common spiders like the ones you would typically find in Europe. Depending on your location and the rain, the mosquitoes can be a nuisance. You should ensure that you have adequate mosquito protection.

Which side of St Maarten is nicer?

While Sint Maarten has the upper hand in nightlife, the French side of the island is known for having the more pristine beaches. Notoriously white sands edge up against crystalline turquoise oceans on the shorelines along the island's northern face.

Are there dolphins in St Martin?

More than twenty species of marine mammals are present around Saint Martin. The ocean is the ideal ecosystem for toothed whales (sperm whales), pantropical spotted dolphins, and baleen whales.

Are there jellyfish in St Maarten?

Friar's Bay has lovely white sand and fairly calm seas, what appears ideal for young families. Having used this beach twice during our stay on the island all was well until the children suffered painful jellyfish stings. This is fairly common so beware if you use this beach.

Where not to stay in St Maarten?

I would avoid anything in Marigot, Sandy Ground, Nettle Bay, Dutch and French Quarters, Lower and Upper Prince Quarter, Cole Bay, Mary's Fancy, etc. These are locals areas and not much there for tourists. I am not sure there ARE AirBnBs in those areas but there could be.

Are there a lot of sharks in St. Martin?

The area is one of the richest waters for shark spotting in the world. With a little luck, you can meet dozens of nurse sharks or perhaps the elegant Caribbean reef shark during a dive, but that's not it; you can also come across ground and tiger sharks.

Is St Maarten worth it?

Maarten is one of the world's most stunning islands. Thousands of tourists return to the island year after year, basking in the bright Caribbean sun and clear turquoise waters. St. Maarten is a true tropical paradise, combining vibrant island culture with elegant European charm.

Are there monkeys on St. Martin?

The species of monkeys found in St. Martin is the vervet monkey, also known as the green monkey due to its distinct greenish-gray fur. Vervet monkeys are native to Africa but were introduced to the island centuries ago.

How bad are mosquitoes in St. Martin?

I don't find them any worse than at home. If it rains, there's more. If it's dry, there's less. Dengue fever has been reported on the island and is caused by Aedes aegypti, a domestic, day-biting mosquito.

Can you swim in Saint Martin?

Baie Rouge The beach offers wonderful views of Anguilla in the distance as well as the cliffs that protect the beach on the west. Baie Rouge Beach in St Martin is perfect for swimming snorkelling and also bird watching. There are two beach bars located on Baie Rouge.

When not to go to St. Martin?

The island's weather is pleasant year-round, but these are times when rain showers are less likely. Summer and early fall are not good for a vacation; many hotels close in this offseason and there's a chance of hurricanes. Also avoid visiting in winter and early spring (mid-December to April) if you can.

How many shark attacks in St Maarten?

There's only been one unprovoked and non-fatal bite reported in St. Martin, and it occurred in 2005, Tyler Bowling, manager of Florida Program for Shark Research, told the AP. Overall, there have been 34 unprovoked bites in the Caribbean region since 2000, four of which have been fatal, he said.

Which Caribbean island has the most sharks?

1. West End, Grand Bahama Island. If your idea of a relaxing week spend in the sun doesn't include the words “shark infested,” you might want to consider avoiding the West End on Grand Bahama Island: It's one of the most shark-populated beaches in the world.

Which island has most snakes?

Just off the coast of Brazil lies the tiny island of Gueimada Grande, or “Snake Island” as it is more commonly known. Despite beautiful luscious forest and rocky terrain, this is not an island you would wish to stumble upon! Over it's 106 acres it is home to aproximately 430,000 deadly vipers.