In Orient Bay, water sports come naturally, and the setting couldn't be more perfect. You'll be tempted to try out jet-skiing, parasailing, flyboarding, surfing, kitesurfing, or windsurfing. The choice is yours, we recommend trying something new.
Is Orient Beach open to the public?
Park open sunrise to sunset in season. 2023 Swimming Season: 6/24 – 9/4, 10:30 am – 6 pm, daily.
Is Orient Beach family friendly?
It can get pricey but the water is calm and perfect for young kids and the beach clubs and recreation stands provide fun for the adults. Orient Bay beach is still one of the best on the island.
What is the most secluded beach in St. Martin?
Plum Bay or Baie aux Prunes beach is secluded and not so frequent a destination for tourists. Golden sands and clear turquoise water are enhanced by the peace and quiet that this beach offers. The calmer seas around this wild beach are the perfect locations for snorkeling and sometimes for surfing.
Is St Maarten back to normal after hurricane?
Maarten/St. Martin. The island has recovered from the hurricanes, and both sides of the island are at level-1 status. The State Department has the most recent information on travel to the island.
How big is Orient Beach?
363 acres
| Orient Beach State Park | |
|---|---|
| Area | 363 acres (1.47 km2) |
| Created | October 1929 |
| Operated by | New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation |
| Visitors | 452,199 (in 2014) |
What is unique about Orient Beach in St Maarten?
Can you snorkel at Orient Beach?
One end of the beach is unprotected from ocean swells and so it's a great beach for playing in the surf on a boogie board and body surfing. Whereas the other end is protected by a reef making it the ideal spot for swimming in calmer water and snorkeling around Green Key.
Can you swim at Orient Point?
Visitors can swim in the bay, fish from shore, go kayaking, windsurfing, and stand-up paddle boarding, go hiking or biking, or walk a nature trail.
Which beach in St Maarten has the calmest water?
Galion BeachIt is the favorite family beach of Saint-Martin families because its water is calm and shallow. Remember to take masks and snorkels to enjoy the beautiful seabed.
Is there seaweed at Orient beach St. Martin?
In terms of general insight, the prevailing wind there is from the east. So a typical day will have winds blowing from the east, so this means a higher probability of seaweed hitting the shores of the SXM's beaches that are on the east side of the island including Orient.
Is St Maarten safe for tourists?
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.
How did Orient Beach get its name?
It was known as Sandy Beach until 1907, when a Russian vessel called the SS Orient ran aground on the shore. The beach is extremely safe and provides excellent waves for surfing. The Orient pier provides the perfect spot for evening strolls and clearing the mind.
Does Orient Beach have waves?
Protected from the Atlantic waves by a reef, this 2-mile (3.2-kilometer) long, white sand beach has gentle waves. Lined with tiki huts, colorful beach chairs, and restaurants, Orient Bay Beach thrums with action, giving it the reputation as the Saint Tropez of the Caribbean.