Baring it All: The Clothing Optional Adventures and Activities on Saint Martin and Sint Maarten. Boating, beaches, hiking, outdoor nude dining and staying at naturist accommodations.
A tropical paradise nestled in the Caribbean, Saint Martin and Sint Maarten offer an enticing mix of sun-soaked beaches, azure waters, and vibrant culture. But these sister islands also share a unique charm for the more audacious traveler: a collection of clothing-optional opportunities that cater to naturists, nudists, or simply those who relish an unrestrained vacation experience.
Clothing Optional Day Sail Adventures
For those seeking a unique, clothing-optional experience, why not try a day sail? Several charters on the island offer naturist-friendly cruises where you can feel the sea spray and tropical breeze on your skin in a whole new way. The “FlagShip ll” offers nude day sails, complete with a gourmet lunch and open bar. Similarly, the Captain Allan Charter offers a clothes free nude motorboat day with beach time and a nice lunch Including snorkeling and swimming.
- Nude Catamaran Sail
- Captain Allan Nude Motoryacht Adventure
- Adam and Eve Catamaran Nude Day Sail
- Sailnude – Sailing Adventures
Nude Beach Adventures / Picnics
The French side of Saint Martin is renowned for its laissez-faire attitude toward naturism. Several beaches here provide a tranquil ambiance where visitors can choose to shed their inhibitions along with their swimsuits.
Baie Rouge
First on our list, Baie Rouge, is aptly named for its pinkish-hued sands. This beach offers visitors a secluded area on its south/western end where clothing is optional. The nude area provides the perfect setting for those looking to work on an all-over tan without the bustling crowds characterized by other beaches.
Happy Bay
A stone’s throw from the infamous Grand Case lies Happy Bay, a well-kept secret among naturists. This secluded beach requires a 10-minute walk from the nearest parking spot. The clothing optional section is more implied with naturists usually occupying the far right end and left ends of the bay.
Plum Baie (Baie aux Prunes), is another secret paradise popular among local naturists. Isolated, tranquil, and not heavily populated, makes it an ideal choice for first-time naturists or those who prefer a more private setting.
Baie Longue
The expansive Baie Longue, location of the luxurious La Samanna resort, also allows clothing-optional sunbathing at the northern end. Relatively untouched, Baie Longue offers a serene, quiet atmosphere that is a world away from the more tourist-heavy areas. Our very memorable Day on Baie Longue
Orient Beach
No discussion about naturism on Saint Martin would be complete without mentioning Orient Beach, the “Saint Tropez of the Caribbean”. The southern section of this beach, adjacent to Club Orient, has long been a naturist haven. Despite suffering substantial damage from Hurricane Irma, Orient Beach remains a go-to place for the naturist community with its revitalized Perch Beach Bar and restaurant offers a nude dining opportunity.
Speaking of accommodations, Saint Martin doesn’t disappoint. There are numerous naturist-friendly places to stay. For more information we have build a page specifically dedicated to naturist / nudist / clothing optional accommodations . Check out our day at Kazanu – Our Favorite Hotel.
Over on the Dutch side, Sint Maarten the islane offers pockets of paradise for the more audacious. Cupecoy Beach, with its beautiful sandstone cliffs, has been known to have clothing-optional sunbathers, particularly in its more secluded coves.
Hiking Naked
Tintamarre Island is the best place to hike naked. Most of the nude boating excursions stop at Tintamarre. Hiking sandals are a definite requirement.
If you Hike into Le Petite Caye from the Garbage Dump, or the trail before the dump just after passing the last houses. Most likely you can walk the trail all the way to the beach without seeing anyone else.
You can hike / walk along the beach to the west of the naturist section right to the western end probably about a 2 mile round trip on the sand.
The whole length of Baie Longe is walkable in the nude depending on how many and the type of people that are present. Its usually very quiet and you can walk for miles to the treatment plant on the north end and beyond.
Whether you’re a seasoned naturist or a curious newcomer, the clothing-optional activities and opportunities on Saint Martin offer a liberating experience. These sister islands serve as reminders that the joy of travel can often be found in shedding not just our everyday routines, but sometimes, our clothes too. Come and discover the freedom and tranquility of the islands’ naturist locations. You might just leave with a deeper sense of connection to the natural beauty that surrounds you.
