Can you swim in the sea in St Lucia?

The beaches on the western side of the island front the tranquil turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea and are favored for swimming and water sports, while the wild but beautiful eastern side churns with the more turbulent waters of the Atlantic Ocean, making it great for surfers and those who like the watch the waves.
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Is the sea rough in St. Lucia?

The sea conditions in the passages between the islands can be moderate, rarely rough. St Lucia's temperature ranges from 65°F to 85°F (18°C to 29°C) from December to May and 75°F to 95°F (23°C to 35°C) from June to November. The winter is relatively drier as well.
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Does St. Lucia have good beaches?

With its abundance of picturesque coastline, Saint Lucia is perfect for beach lovers. White, gold and even black beaches contrast with azure seas, creating picture-perfect places to kick back, relax and enjoy the sun.
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Are there sharks in the sea in St. Lucia?

Are there sharks in St. Lucia? The short answer is NO. an extremely popular tourist destination as of today.
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Is the ocean clear in St. Lucia?

You will find nice clear blue sea anywhere on the island. Not all of St. Lucia has that beautiful clear blue/turquoise water.
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Is the sea calm in St. Lucia?

St. Lucia is calmer and includes the Caribbean Sea, which is warmer and less rough. If you want to be in a lake type environment in the Caribbean, this is not the island you'd experience that. The Caymans are more calmer, as well as Cozumel.
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Which island in the Caribbean has the clearest water?

Seven Mile Beach, Grand Cayman Island

Located on the western side of Grand Cayman Island, Seven Mile Beach is a long coral-island crescent that borders the sparkling clear waters of the Caribbean Sea.
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Do they have crocodiles in St Lucia?

Yes Nile Crocodiles, approximately 1200 of them can be found in and around the Estuary. One can witness these animals mostly on the banks of the Estuary basking in the sun. Crocodiles are opportunistic and remain incredibly cunning. Do Not Swim in the Estuary.
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Are there jellyfish in St Lucia?

Glad you did not suffer anything scary in the water. I go snorkelling and diving a lot in St Lucia and some holidays have no problems and others find swimming unpleasant due to the very small cigar-shaped jellyfish in the water that deliver a sting close to that of a stinging nettle.
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Is the Caribbean sea shark infested?

Shark attacks in the Caribbean are rare. The chances of being attacked in North America and South Africa are much higher. Florida shark attacks average from 20-30 per year, and the Bahamas has had the most attacks out of all the islands in the Caribbean.
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When should you not go to St. Lucia?

September is the worst month of the year for the Caribbean hurricane season, and it is one of the two worst months to visit St. Lucia. The average rainfall jumps to eight inches. Tourism reaches the lowest point of the year.
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What is the beach like in St. Lucia?

Lucia in 1972. With two stretches of sand available, you'll have your pick of uncrowded St. Lucia beaches within this lush national park where white sand, sun, and pristine, warm waters await. Leisurely wade in the Caribbean waters from a gentle slope in the sand and enjoy snorkeling straight from the beach.
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Which side of St. Lucia has the best beaches?

Reduit Beach – Families, Watersports and Nightlife

Reduit Beach is the place to be for watersports. Considered St. Lucia's best beach, Reduit Beach is a long sandy beach that stretches along Rodney Bay. Most of the all-inclusive hotels are located along the bay.
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Is the sea in St. Lucia warm?

The sea in Saint Lucia is warm enough to swim in throughout the year: the water temperature ranges from 27 °C (80.5 °F) from January to March, to 29 °C (84 °F) in September and October.
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Does Saint Lucia have blue water?

It's surprise when you look at the wealth of activities available on the island, with the stunning backdrop of green mountains, blue waters and white sandy beaches.
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How deep is the water off St. Lucia?

The harbor waters at the port of Castries are 8 meters (27 feet) deep, but the underwater geography around the island varies drastically. There are extensive coral reefs, underwater cliffs, walls, and mountains in the waters surrounding Saint Lucia.
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Can you snorkel from the beach in St Lucia?

Anse Chastanet Beach is located on the southern end of Saint Lucia, in Soufriere. It is a very popular dive and snorkel spot and if you go to Anse Chastanet Beach you'll have easy access to the Anse Chastanet Reef which is near shore and loved by snorkelers.
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Is St Lucia good for snorkeling?

Some of the best snorkeling in St. Lucia and the Caribbean can be found in front of the Anse Chastanet beach. The Anse Chastanet reef has been recognized as one of the best snorkeling and beach diving locations in the Caribbean.
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Where can I see sea turtles in St Lucia?

iSimangaliso Wetland Park, St Lucia

Turtle Tours are conducted on the Eastern Shores of iSimangaliso Wetland Park. Accessing the Eastern shores is done by entering the Cape Vidal gate from St Lucia. The Eastern shores borders the Indian Ocean on the East and the St Lucia Estuary on the West.
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Does St Lucia have sea snakes?

We saw a few of them--they don't bother you, but are very poisonous. - Picture of Ti Kaye Resort & Spa, St. Lucia.
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Why are there no monkeys in St Lucia?

"We do not want these monkeys around in Saint Lucia because they are known to become serious agricultural pests, raiding crops, munching on farmers produce, affecting crops of value like melons, cucumbers, pumpkin to nuts and grains," said Haynes. The species also poses a danger to biodiversity conservation.
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Is there anything poisonous in St Lucia?

Fer-de-lance

This very poisonous snake that can grow to over nine feet in length is known here as the St. Lucia viper (Bothrops caribbaeus) and is now recognized as a separate species.
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Is St Thomas or St. Lucia better?

As a general rule, St Thomas is better for travelers who are interested in beaches and duty free shopping. Alternatively, St Lucia is ideal for a visitor who is looking for a honeymoon destination with interest in natural scenery such as the hiking the famous Piton and visiting a drive in volcano.
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Which island is better Barbados or St. Lucia?

Both are great choices, and if you have the time and money, each is worth visiting. However if the priority is beaches, then Barbados is a better choice than St Lucia. The infrastructure is also well developed, but the popular beaches can get crowded with tourists.
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Where is the prettiest ocean water?

20 Bluest Waters In the World
  1. The Maldives. The Maldives, located in the Indian Ocean, have around 1,190 islands and sandbanks. ...
  2. Palawan, Philippines. ...
  3. Crater Lake, Oregon. ...
  4. Ambergris Caye, Belize. ...
  5. Exuma, Bahamas. ...
  6. Hanauma Bay, Oahu, Hawaii. ...
  7. Egremnoi, Greece. ...
  8. Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia.
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