Activities in St Barts
What to do on the island of St Barts? Main activities, sports and leisure
The island of Saint-Barthelemy offers exotic landscapes in which there is so much to do. During your stay, you can alternate between relaxing under the palm trees, sightseeing and sensational activities surrounded by nature. Discover the main activities you can do on this beautiful Caribbean island.
→ Our concierge Pierre-Bertrand is at your disposal to organize your activities and contact our partners all around the island, to make your vacation unforgettable.
Nautical activities in St Barth
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Boat rental : this activity is a must during your stay in St Barth! Several routes are possible depending on the rental company. For example, you can take a tour of the island by boat, have lunch on board in Colombier and stop for a snorkeling break in the most beautiful translucent waters of Saint Barth. Other partners offer a day to the deserted island of Tintamarre and the Pinel islet in St Martin, or a day in Anguilla.
It is possible to rent a boat in St Barth for half a day, a full day or for the sunset. Our partners offer offers adapted to all budgets:-
Motorboat rental with Masterski Pilou: http://www.masterski-pilou.com/
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Catamaran rental with St Barth Sailor: https://www.stbarthsailor.com/
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Diving: the island of Saint Barts has many protected diving sites, easy to access and with a rich ecosystem. The crystal clear waters of the island allow you to admire corals of all kinds and a multitude of Caribbean fish (colored fishes, sea turtles, rays...). It is possible to do a first dive (up to 20/25 meters maximum) to initiate beginners from 8 years old.
Our diving partner is located in Petit Cul-de-Sac, just 5 minutes away from our villas Lagon Vert, Lagon Bleu, Lagon Rose and Petit Lagon.-
Diving in Saint-Barth with Ounalao Dive: https://www.ouanalaodive.com/index.php/fr/
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Jet ski : do you want to ride a jet ski in an idyllic landscape? For thrill seekers, this activity is ideal. You can go around the island and have a good time with family or friends!
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Jet ski in Saint-Barth with Masterski Pilou: http://www.masterski-pilou.com/
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Kitesurfing : for your kitesurfing sessions, we recommend the Grand Cul-de-Sac lagoon. This place is ideal for practicing this activity and is only 5 minutes from our villas Lagon Vert, Lagon Bleu, Lagon Rose and Petit Lagon. Our partner offers equipment rental.
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Kitesurf in St Barts with Rodstuffs: http://www.rodstuffs.com/
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Surfing : there are several surfing spots on the island of St Barts, such as Toiny beach, Anse des Cayes or Lorient beach. Our partner Hoopika offers rental of surfing equipment in Saint-Jean. It is also possible to take surf lessons on the island.
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Windsurfing : just like surfing, the practice of windsurfing is very popular in Saint Barthelemy. The majority of the bays on the island are suitable for this activity. You can rent windsurfing equipment on the beach at Saint-Jean airport.
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Beaches : the island is known for its magnificent white sandy beaches with turquoise waters. If you want to laze around during your stay, discover our dedicated article on the most beautiful beaches of Saint Barth.
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Deep-sea fishing : Big-sea fishing is possible in St Barts. Our partner is a professional fisherman who will take enthusiasts to his favorite fishing spot. This activity can be compromised because of the heavy swell.
Land activities in St Barth
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Hiking : the island of St Barth offers a multitude of panoramas and hiking trails to discover. For example, we recommend that you take a trip to the natural pools of Petit Cul-de-Sac, near our luxury villas for rent. Access is easy and the decor is definitely worth a look !
In Grand Fond, you will find another natural pool. Located just 5 minutes from our villas in Petit Cul-de-Sac, the way to get there is very easy.
For hiking, we recommend two very easy paths: the Colombier path (5 minutes from our Flamands villas), which leads to the beach of the same name, as well as the Toiny point path (5 minutes from our villas of Petit Cul-de-Sac) which offer a great panorama of the bay. For experienced hikers, the Grand Fond ridge path offers an incredible view of Saint Kitts, Saba, Anguilla and Saint-Martin. This difficult 3 hour hike requires the presence of a guide. -
Shopping : the island of Saint Barthelemy is also famous for its luxury boutiques. Find the main major brands (Hermès, Dolce Gabbana, Louis Vuitton, Cartier, etc) in Gustavia, the main town of the island. You can also discover pretty local shops : McKeene, Les Bijoux de la Mer, Caravan or Poupette, located in Gustavia and Saint-Jean.
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Gastronomy : on the island, you will find around 80 restaurants as well as many private chefs to taste the local cuisine. You will enjoy Creole dishes and gourmet cuisine in exceptional settings... Discover our article dedicated to the gastronomy of St Barth.