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Ol' Blue Beach
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Ol' Blue Beach is located on the Caribbean Sea (part of South Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 7th place out of 18 beaches in the Saint Barthelemy region The beach is located in a natural place, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a straight coastline with crystal turquoise water and white pebble, so it is highly recommended to wear special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
Ol' Blue Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, snorkeling.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is 1000 Steps Beach, which has a rating of 8.1.
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Beach overall scores
Ol' Blue Beach (Saint Barthelemy) is located outside the 1000 Steps settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.
The beach stretches on the coast of the Bonaire island and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Ol' Blue Beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.
User reviews
"The beach with one of the best shore snorkeling experience on the island."
Lia Danvers
"Magnificent sunrise. The white pebbles on the beach add to its charm. Apart from that, the beach is perfect for snorkeling, making it an excellent spot for adventure seekers."
Curtis Linwood
User reviews
"The beach with one of the best shore snorkeling experience on the island."
Lia Danvers
"Magnificent sunrise. The white pebbles on the beach add to its charm. Apart from that, the beach is perfect for snorkeling, making it an excellent spot for adventure seekers."
Curtis Linwood
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What to do in Ol' Blue Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
When it comes to what to do in Ol' Blue Beach, it's impossible not to mention an insanely popular activity: snorkeling. The coastal waters of the region are full of interesting views, which can be observed through a snorkeling mask. Well, if you do not have the necessary equipment for snorkeling - everything can be purchased at the nearby shops.
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Ol' Blue Beach?
The beachline of Ol' Blue Beach is covered with white pebbles. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance is rocky, so special footwear is highly recommended.
What are the key activities at Ol' Blue Beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Ol' Blue Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Ol' Blue Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Snorkeling
Is the Ol' Blue Beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is very rocky, so it is highly recommended to use special shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Ol' Blue Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Ol' Blue Beach for swimming is positive.
Is the Ol' Blue Beach good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with pebbles and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Ol' Blue Beach secluded and good for relaxing?
The region of Ol' Blue Beach is visited only by a few travellers. The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
The following features add extra points:
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Ol' Blue Beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Ol' Blue Beach.
There are 3 restaurants nearby.Posada Para Mira is the closest place located 2400 meters from the beach.
How far is the Ol' Blue Beach from parking?
The Ol' Blue Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Ol' Blue Beach?
There are 4 attractions near Ol' Blue Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are landhuis Karpata located in 1.7 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Ol' Blue Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Ol' Blue Beach is September. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in October, the average value is 29°C. The coldest month is February with air temperature 26°C and water 26°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Ol' Blue Beach (Saint Barthelemy) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.This beach is poorly suitable for sunbathing. First of all Ol' Blue Beach (Saint Barthelemy) is completely lacking in comfortable sunbathe facilities. There are no sun loungers and umbrellas, this is usually not a problem for an unsophisticated tourist who can relax on a towel, but in this case the rest can be very uncomfortable due to pebbles.Lying on it is possible, but is far from comfortable. In addition there is a lack of natural shade, which leaves you alone with the summer sun. So our recommendation is that you can sunbathe comfortably on the Ol' Blue Beach for a short time, and not at the peak of sunbathing. If you want to explore the photos of this beach - they are above on the page.
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Slagbaai 1.7 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access
Kralendijk 4.8 km
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