{"id":11421,"date":"2025-06-20T07:27:00","date_gmt":"2025-06-20T05:27:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/magazine.prestigevillarental.com\/the-islands-around-saint-martin-what-excursions-are-a-must\/"},"modified":"2025-09-19T19:43:20","modified_gmt":"2025-09-19T17:43:20","slug":"the-islands-around-saint-martin-what-excursions-are-a-must","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/magazine.prestigevillarental.com\/en\/the-islands-around-saint-martin-what-excursions-are-a-must\/","title":{"rendered":"The Islands Around Saint-Martin: What Excursions Are A Must?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Saint-Martin is a <strong>dream destination<\/strong> for sea lovers and escape seekers, and one of its greatest assets is its proximity to several <strong>paradise islands<\/strong>. Easily accessible by boat, these islands offer stunning scenery, unspoilt nature and unforgettable experiences. Here&#8217;s a guide to the <strong>best excursions around Saint-Martin<\/strong>.  <\/p>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n<h2 id=\"1-pinel-island-the-easily-accessible-paradise\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Pinel Island &#8211; The Easily Accessible Paradise<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1080\"  height=\"624\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAABDgAAAJwAQMAAABWBUP3AAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAGhJREFUeNrtwQEBAAAAgiD\/r25IQAEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAB8GUuPAAHA\/0JSAAAAAElFTkSuQmCC\"  alt=\"pinel island st martin\"  class=\"wp-image-1311 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/magazine.prestigevillarental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/pinel-island.jpeg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/magazine.prestigevillarental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/pinel-island.jpeg 1080w, https:\/\/magazine.prestigevillarental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/pinel-island-800x462.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/magazine.prestigevillarental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/pinel-island-120x69.jpeg 120w, https:\/\/magazine.prestigevillarental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/pinel-island-90x52.jpeg 90w, https:\/\/magazine.prestigevillarental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/pinel-island-320x185.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/magazine.prestigevillarental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/pinel-island-560x324.jpeg 560w, https:\/\/magazine.prestigevillarental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/pinel-island-240x139.jpeg 240w, https:\/\/magazine.prestigevillarental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/pinel-island-180x104.jpeg 180w, https:\/\/magazine.prestigevillarental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/pinel-island-640x370.jpeg 640w\" ><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Located just <strong>10 minutes by boat<\/strong> from Cul-de-Sac Bay,<strong>Pinel Island<\/strong> is one of our most popular excursions. This small, protected island is ideal for a <strong>relaxing<\/strong> day out <strong>with family<\/strong> or friends. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83c\udf34 <strong>Why go there?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Shallow, transparent water, perfect for children and snorkeling.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Two beach restaurants offering local specialities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Observation of iguanas, which roam freely on the island.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> Arrive early to enjoy the deckchairs and reserve a table in one of the restaurants.<\/p>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n<h2 id=\"2-ilet-tintamarre-wild-and-preserved-nature\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. \u00celet Tintamarre &#8211; Wild and preserved nature<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1160\"  height=\"471\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAABIgAAAHXAQMAAADtAvMFAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAFpJREFUeNrtwTEBAAAAwqD1T20ND6AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAADgxQAMrQABCbfLrwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg==\"  alt=\"ile-tintamarre-st-martin\"  class=\"wp-image-1313 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1160px) 100vw, 1160px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/magazine.prestigevillarental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/ile-tintamarre-st-martin-1160x471.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/magazine.prestigevillarental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/ile-tintamarre-st-martin-1160x471.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/magazine.prestigevillarental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/ile-tintamarre-st-martin-800x325.jpg 800w, https:\/\/magazine.prestigevillarental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/ile-tintamarre-st-martin-1536x624.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/magazine.prestigevillarental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/ile-tintamarre-st-martin-120x49.jpg 120w, https:\/\/magazine.prestigevillarental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/ile-tintamarre-st-martin-90x37.jpg 90w, https:\/\/magazine.prestigevillarental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/ile-tintamarre-st-martin-320x130.jpg 320w, https:\/\/magazine.prestigevillarental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/ile-tintamarre-st-martin-560x228.jpg 560w, https:\/\/magazine.prestigevillarental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/ile-tintamarre-st-martin-240x98.jpg 240w, https:\/\/magazine.prestigevillarental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/ile-tintamarre-st-martin-180x73.jpg 180w, https:\/\/magazine.prestigevillarental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/ile-tintamarre-st-martin-640x260.jpg 640w, https:\/\/magazine.prestigevillarental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/ile-tintamarre-st-martin-1120x455.jpg 1120w, https:\/\/magazine.prestigevillarental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/ile-tintamarre-st-martin-1600x650.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/magazine.prestigevillarental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/ile-tintamarre-st-martin.jpg 1920w\" ><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Around <strong>20 minutes by boat<\/strong> from Saint-Martin,<strong>\u00eelet Tintamarre<\/strong> is a <strong>protected nature reserve<\/strong> where the flora and fauna have remained intact. This islet is perfect for adventurers in search of tranquillity. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udc22 <strong>What to do on site :<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Snorkeling with sea turtles and tropical fish.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hike across the island to discover its cliffs and ancient plantations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Swimming on a wild beach lined with golden sand.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> Bring water and snacks, as there are no facilities on the island.<\/p>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n<h2 id=\"3-anguilla-elegance-and-serenity\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Anguilla &#8211; Elegance and Serenity<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1000\"  height=\"500\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAA+gAAAH0AQMAAACU5pVuAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAFRJREFUeNrtwTEBAAAAwqD1T20Gf6AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAPgP2GAAB6sm75gAAAABJRU5ErkJggg==\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-6827 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/magazine.prestigevillarental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/catamaran-anguilla-st-martin.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/magazine.prestigevillarental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/catamaran-anguilla-st-martin.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/magazine.prestigevillarental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/catamaran-anguilla-st-martin-800x400.jpg 800w, https:\/\/magazine.prestigevillarental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/catamaran-anguilla-st-martin-120x60.jpg 120w, https:\/\/magazine.prestigevillarental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/catamaran-anguilla-st-martin-90x45.jpg 90w, https:\/\/magazine.prestigevillarental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/catamaran-anguilla-st-martin-320x160.jpg 320w, https:\/\/magazine.prestigevillarental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/catamaran-anguilla-st-martin-560x280.jpg 560w, https:\/\/magazine.prestigevillarental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/catamaran-anguilla-st-martin-240x120.jpg 240w, https:\/\/magazine.prestigevillarental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/catamaran-anguilla-st-martin-180x90.jpg 180w, https:\/\/magazine.prestigevillarental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/catamaran-anguilla-st-martin-640x320.jpg 640w\" ><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The<strong>island of Anguilla<\/strong>, just <strong>30 minutes<\/strong> away <strong>by boat<\/strong>, is a luxury destination known for its spectacular beaches and crystal-clear waters. It&#8217;s the perfect place for a day&#8217;s escape in an exclusive setting. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83c\udfd6 <strong>The must-haves :<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Shoal Bay<\/strong>, ranked among the world&#8217;s most beautiful beaches.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lunch at a <strong>chic<a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/magazine.prestigevillarental.com\/en\/the-unmissable-beach-clubs-of-french-riviera\/\" title=\"Unmissable Beach Clubs on the French Riviera\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"2166\">beach club<\/a><\/strong> with fresh seafood.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Snorkeling and diving to observe coral and tropical fish.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> Don&#8217;t forget your passport, as Anguilla is a British territory and requires border control.<\/p>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n<h2 id=\"4-saint-barthelemy-the-island-of-luxury-and-refinement\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Saint-Barth\u00e9lemy &#8211; The Island of Luxury and Refinement<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Just <strong>45 minutes by boat<\/strong> from Saint-Martin, <strong>Saint-Barth\u00e9lemy<\/strong>, nicknamed <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/magazine.prestigevillarental.com\/en\/st-barts-guide-6-top-things-to-do-in-saint-barthelemy\/\" title=\"Saint-Barth: the top things to do in Saint-Barth&#xE9;lemy\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"2785\">Saint-Barth<\/a>, is synonymous with<strong>elegance and glamour<\/strong>. This celebrity-favorite island is perfect for a day of <strong>high-end shopping and heavenly beaches<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udecd <strong>A must-do:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Stroll through <strong>Gustavia<\/strong>, the capital with its charming little streets and luxury boutiques.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Relax on the dazzling blue waters of <strong>Saint-Jean beach<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lunch in a chic seaside restaurant.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> For a VIP experience, opt for a <strong>private yacht<\/strong> crossing with personalized service.<\/p>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n<h2 id=\"5-saba-the-mysterious-island-of-divers\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Saba &#8211; The Mysterious Island of Divers<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Just <strong>1h30<\/strong> away <strong>by boat<\/strong>, <strong>Saba<\/strong> is a unique and unspoilt destination. This volcanic island offers spectacular scenery and is recognized as <strong>one of the best dive sites in the Caribbean<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83c\udf0b <strong>Don&#8217;t miss :<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Scuba diving in the Saba marine reserve, with its exceptional coral reefs and schools of fish.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hike to <strong>Mount Scenery<\/strong>, the highest peak in the Netherlands, offering panoramic views of the archipelago.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Explore the charming village of Windwardside, with its picturesque wooden houses.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> bring good shoes if you&#8217;re planning a hike, as the trails are steep.<\/p>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n<h2 id=\"6-prickly-pear-cays-un-coin-de-paradis-inhabite\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. Prickly Pear Cays &#8211; Un Coin de Paradis Inhabit\u00e9<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Prickly Pear Cays<\/strong>, off the coast of Anguilla, are <strong>two uninhabited islets<\/strong> with white sand beaches and incredibly clear turquoise waters.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83c\udf0a <strong>Why go there?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>An excursion off the beaten track, far from the crowds.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A perfect spot for snorkeling and swimming in a crystal-clear sea.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lunch on the sand with a picnic or barbecue organized by a private crew.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> Accessible only by private boat or on organized excursions.<\/p>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n<h2 id=\"exclusive-experience-with-prestige-villa-rental\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Exclusive experience with Prestige Villa Rental<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To make the most of these excursions in a luxurious, stress-free setting, <strong>Prestige Villa Rental<\/strong> offers :<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Private boat excursions<\/strong> with crew and tailor-made service.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stays in top-of-the-range villas<\/strong> with panoramic sea views.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Complete organization of exclusive experiences<\/strong>, including snorkeling, diving and lunches on private islands.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n<h2 id=\"conclusion\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The islands around Saint-Martin are real treasures worth exploring. Whether you&#8217;re looking for <strong>relaxation on a secluded beach, underwater adventures or cultural discoveries<\/strong>, every excursion is an unforgettable experience. With <strong>Prestige Villa Rental<\/strong>, transform your stay into an exceptional experience and discover the most beautiful islands of the Caribbean in total exclusivity.  <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Saint-Martin is a dream destination for sea lovers and escape seekers, and one of its greatest assets is its proximity to several paradise islands. 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