Marigot Bay
A small north coast bay with reef close in, one of the quieter swimming spots.
Updated 3 September 2026
Marigot is a small bay on the north coast between Lorient and Grand Cul-de-Sac, with a short beach, houses set back among the vegetation and reef close enough in that you can swim out to it from the sand. It is one of the quieter places on the island and there is nothing built on the beach. Sea turtles feed on the grass beds inside the bay.
What you'll find
- The close reef - coral within swimming distance of the sand.
- The turtles - the animals feeding on the grass beds in the bay.
- The short beach - the small stretch of sand at the head of the bay.
- The quiet - a bay with nothing built along the shore.
When to go
December to April is the dry high season. Northerly swell can stir the water in winter. June to November is the hurricane season.
Good to know
There are no facilities and no shade to speak of. Parking is very limited on the road above. Turtles are protected and should not be followed or touched.
Nearby
Lorient is west, and Grand Cul-de-Sac is east.
What to pack for Marigot Bay
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- Broken-in walking shoes or boots - Grip and ankle support matter more than looks; never hike in brand-new boots. Find on Amazon
- Reef-safe sunscreen - High SPF that will not bleach the coral you are swimming over. Find on Amazon
- Binoculars - The single best wildlife tool - even a compact pair transforms a sighting. Find on Amazon
- Layers + a waterproof shell - Mountain weather turns fast; a packable rain jacket saves the day. Find on Amazon
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