The 10 Best Outdoor Activities in St. Barthelemy, St. Barthelemy

April 9, 2022 Margarita Chappel

Christopher Columbus added St. Barthelemy, or St. Barts to his collection in 1493, but the French soon stepped in. Today, the chic Caribbean island - officially a department of France - is a popular winter getaway for people from mainland France, the rest of Europe and North America. Keep in shape and walk between attractions or get a rental car to see more of the island. Beachgoers can choose between strands such as Grand Saline, if nude sunbathing appeals, or shady, isolated Colombier Beach.
Restaurants in St. Barthelemy

1. La Bulle Diving Center

Excellent
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5.0 based on 99 reviews

La Bulle Diving Center

La Bulle Dive Center is the first Commercial Dive Center in St. Barth and the only dive center with a dedicated location in the harbor. La Bulle is the #1 choice of all the locals on the Island. La Bulle also is known for it's service for private dives, PADI & CMAS certification, and group dives.

2. Colombier Beach

St. Barthelemy
Excellent
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5.0 based on 452 reviews

Colombier Beach

Relax on this shady, isolated beach - after that 30 minute walk to get there from the main road, you'll need it.

Reviewed By Cinghiale

Getting to Colombier on foot involves a scenic and relatively short hike down a hillside, part of which has "stairs". Perhaps because it is not readily accessible, the beautiful sandy beach was relatively uncrowded. The bay is protected on either side, so even on a somewhat windy day the sea was calm enough for swimming.

3. St-Barth Plongee - Birdy Dive Center

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5.0 based on 62 reviews

St-Barth Plongee - Birdy Dive Center

St-Barth Plongee was created in December 1993 by Bertrand Caizergues (known as Birdy). This is an authorized PADI 5 Star Dive Center. Why us? Not only the 23 years teaching endorse us but we are proud to share with you the beautiful of underwater St. Barth with SACHA, our boat. It is a CONFORTABLE DIVING BOAT: FULL SUN PROTECTION, DRY STORAGE FOR CLOTHING, PROTECTIVE CABIN (no matter sun, wind and rain) We will PICK UP YOU from the harbor, a cruise or your boat directly to the many dive sites around the island.

4. Stand up Paddle Adventure

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5.0 based on 3 reviews

Stand up Paddle Adventure

Stand Up Paddle School & Rental Kayak Rental Seabob Rental ( eletrical submarine scooter ) stand up paddle offering a unique perspective on water, this a great workout that stimulates all your muscles and balance. passionate, enthusiastic, and listening to you, stand up paddle adventure team takes you to the discovery of the most beautiful hidden spots of st barth. we can also organise sunset cruising, excursion on surrounding island, or delivery sup rental on villas. Seabob will allow you to swim like a dolphin and go discover the wonderful underwater world of the island.

5. BODY+SOUL St Barth

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5.0 based on 1 reviews

BODY+SOUL St Barth

Body+Soul St Barth offers private Yoga classes , amazing Hikes, Massages (Thai, Deep, Swedish...), Healthy cuisine at your villa with a private chef, Pilates, Atma Janzu etc ... Wellness à la carte in St Barth and wellness retreats.

6. Seabob St Barth by H2O

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5.0 based on 74 reviews

Seabob St Barth by H2O

Created in 2013, SEABOB ST BARTH is the St Barth's Official Seabob Center operated by H2O, the reference for SEABOB RENTAL & SALES and most of all for absolute fun and unique SEABOB ACTIVITIES & EVENTS, the only Seabob Provider in St Barth with professional certified Seabob instructors. ​ The professionalism, the experience and know-how of the H2O team will guarantee your best SEABOB Xperience in St Barth ! Beware of copycats and all those trying to be us !! Reservation only ... Your H2O team is waiting to meet you in St Barth soon.

7. Anse de Grande Saline

St. Barthelemy
Excellent
71%
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23%
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4.5 based on 410 reviews

Anse de Grande Saline

Watch out prudes, this beach is not for the shy: nude sunbathing is the norm at this beach.

Reviewed By 73tl - Toronto, Canada

Its about a 15 min hike to the beach from the parking lot. Its not too busy but the water can be a little rough depending on the day.

8. Anse des Flamands

Flamands, Anse des Flamands, Saint Barthelemy St. Barthelemy
Excellent
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4.5 based on 98 reviews

Anse des Flamands

Some sand, some surf, some sun, some shade: this beach has all the ingredients for a good time.

9. Shell Beach

Rue des Normands, Gustavia St. Barthelemy
Excellent
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4.5 based on 730 reviews

Shell Beach

This beach is littered with shells for that perfect vacation memento.

Reviewed By LKhor - Atlanta, United States

Love this beach. You can bring your own food and drinks for picnic or rent beds from Shellona and get full service! Lots of families and locals come here to swim and chill out. Popular with locals and tourists alike. Sunset was great, not quite the egg yolk that I wanted to see, but still worth waiting for.

10. St. Jean Beach

St. Jean St. Barthelemy
Excellent
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4.5 based on 578 reviews

St. Jean Beach

The island's most popular beach, best known for its white sand beaches and calm waters perfect for swimming and sailing.

Reviewed By c48gold - Charleston, United States

The September,2017 hurricane brought much destruction to the island which everyone was sad to see. One thing that was destroyed that everyone is glad to see is the fence that cut the beach in half. It was put up after a tourist was killed taking a selfie at the end of the airport runway while a plane was landing. There’s now an area at the end of the runway which is cordoned off by rope and you can easily walk around it along the water’s edge.It’s about a half mile from Les Ilets (a great place to stay) to Eden rock - great for a nice morning walk - or a walk anytime! FYI, The part of Eden Roc hotel that was on the rock itself is still under construction as is most of that part of the beach.

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