Activities and Recreations at Hotel La Plantation, Orient Bay, St Maarten

THE BEACH
Orient Beach is undoubtedly one of the most magnificent and talked about beaches in the Caribbean with 3.5 miles of white coral sand beach that is protected in part by a coral reef and the marine reserve islands. The constant cooling trade winds and light wave action provide excellent swimming conditions. A naturist resort is located towards the southern end of the beach. Plus, complementary lounge chairs, sun umbrellas and signing privileges are provided at the full-service beach restaurants.

WATERSPORTS
Wind Adventures is the sailing school on the island. Multilingual, fully qualified monitors offer personalized lessons. A large range of up-to-date and well-maintained equipment, including Wind Surfs kayaks, Hobbie Cats, SUPs, Surfs, masks and tubas, are available to rent. As a partner of the Regional Marine Park, Wind Adventures advocates environmentally sustainable practices and offers a wide range of excursions, activities, eco tours and even whale watching.

BIKINI WATERSPORTS
Since 1995, Bikini Watersports has been offering a wide range of activities, such as jet skiing, parasailing, flyboarding, tubing, banana boats and snorkeling trips. They are run by a passionate and qualified team and guarantee fun at unbeatable prices.

KITE SCHOOL
Kite School by Wind Adventures is the first professional Kite School in St Martin. Since 1987 multilingual-licensed monitors have trained and instructed over 1,000 people. Private coaching with a priority-focus on security at the best prices possible. Whether you are a beginner, intermediate or expert, Kite School by Wind Adventures at Orient Bay is the Kite spot in St Martin.

THE VILLAGE SQUARE
Just a few steps back from the beach, you can discover the picturesque village square with its multicolored Creole-inspired architecture. In the evening the village awakens and offers a culinary journey around the globe with French and Italian cuisine at Le Piment, a taste of Orient at Sao Asian Factory, French cuisine at Côté Plages and La Voile Blanche to name a few. Plus, musical entertainment, evening markets and theme nights are scheduled throughout the year.

Across from the village on the main avenue leading to the beach you will find 2 supermarkets, Le Petit Casino and Ocean Star, New Stands M+G Presse, several snack bars, the Yellow Sub restaurant as well as a hairdresser and beauty salon.