Snorkel· Nevis· Leeward Islands
Pinney's Beach North Snorkel (Four Seasons breakwaters)
17° 9.6′ N · 62° 37.8′ W · approximate
Along the north half of Pinney's Beach, turtles graze the seagrass in the early morning, and the four rock breakwaters in front of the Four Seasons gather parrotfish, sergeant majors and the occasional nurse shark.
Practical
Position is approximate - off the Four Seasons stretch of Pinney's Beach, between the Pinney's Beach anchorage and Nelson's Spring moorings positions. Waist-deep sand for the first 30 m; The Trip Verdict calls Pinney's the most reliable turtle spot on the islands, from dawn to mid-morning, with stingrays on the sand. Stay inside the marked no-wake swim zone and watch for water-taxi and ferry traffic. Land the dinghy on the beach (allowed by the Port Authority); public access without a resort fee.
Best for
Turtles at breakfast time from a NASPA mooring