Are there turtles in St. Martin?


Are there turtles in St. Martin? There is a healthy turtle population living around the island of St. Maarten / St-Martin and there are four different species that can be spotted in our waters. All species of Sea Turtles spend their lives in the ocean feeding, swimming and sleeping beneath the waves.


Can you use your cell phone in St. Martin?

Yes, you can use your cell phone on St. Martin to call inside the island or to anywhere else. I called *611 on my cell, pressed 4 a couple of times and got a CS rep. He added the international dialing feature.


Are there sharks in St. Maarten?

Caribbean reef sharks and nurse sharks are in particular abundance here, but you can also come across large barracudas, stingrays, eagle rays and sea turtles, all of whom are quite common in the clear blue waters around St. Maarten and appear to be very comfortable here.


Is it safe to walk in St. Maarten?

There is violent crime amongst members of the illegal drugs world, but this rarely affects tourists. The main tourist areas are generally safe, but you should take sensible precautions. Avoid remote areas at night. Do not take valuables to the beach.


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.


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.


Can you snorkel off the beach in St Maarten?

Situated on St Maarten's far eastern coastline, the reef at Dawn Beach is another great snorkeling spot with easy beach access. Being on the island's windward side there is often current and some surf, so be sure to take care around the reef.


Is St. Maarten safe to walk around?

St. Maarten is generally considered a safe place to visit, but as with any tourist destination there are some general safety precautions you should take. St. Martin is one of the safest warm weather climate (outside US) locations to visit.


What Caribbean islands can you swim with turtles?

Barbados is a beautiful Caribbean island surrounded by miles of coral reefs that the sea turtles live in, making it an ideal destination to swim with turtles. It's incredible to watch the sea turtles glide through the turquoise water!


Where is the best place to swim with turtles?

Below, you'll find a list of 13 amazing places in the world to dive and swim with sea turtles in their natural habitats.
  1. Galapagos Islands, Ecuador. ...
  2. The Great Barrier Reef, Australia. ...
  3. Ari Atoll, Maldives. ...
  4. Maui Island, Hawaii. ...
  5. Marsa Alam, Egypt. ...
  6. Sipadan, Malaysia. ...
  7. Cook Island Marine Reserve, Australia.


Where was Pirates of the Caribbean filmed?

The film shoot locations of Pirates of the Caribbean were not in any one place but spread out between different islands. Notable amongst these were the picturesque islands of Saint Vincent and Grenadine, St. Lucia, remote isles in Tobago Cays, and other smaller places around.