[2025 Teknaf Upazila Attraction] Travel Guide for St. Martin's Island (Updated May)

Saint Martin's Island West Beach is a hidden gem, beckoning travelers with its pristine beauty and laid-back charm. Unlike the busier beaches on the island, the West Beach offers a tranquil escape, where the sound of gentle waves and rustling palm trees create a symphony of serenity. Immerse yourself in the beauty: Imagine soft, golden sand stretching as far as the eye can see, meeting the turquoise waters of the Bay of Bengal in a breathtaking embrace. Take a stroll along the shoreline, feeling the warm sand beneath your feet and the cool breeze caressing your skin. Let the worries of the world melt away as you witness the sun dip below the horizon, painting the sky in a kaleidoscope of colors. Embrace the local charm: Dotted along the beach are charming shacks offering fresh seafood delicacies caught just hours before. Savor the bounty of the sea, the taste infused with the essence of this unique island paradise. For a truly local experience, rent a bicycle and explore the nearby villages, where friendly smiles and warm hospitality await you. Tips for an unforgettable experience: Plan your trip: The best time to visit Saint Martin's Island is between November and March, when the weather is pleasant and sunny. Pack essentials: Don't forget sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, and comfortable walking shoes. Respect the environment: Be mindful of your surroundings and avoid littering. Support the locals: Choose to stay at locally-owned guesthouses and patronize small, family-run restaurants. This hidden gem stole a piece of my heart, and I'm sure it will steal yours too. Come experience the magic of Saint Martin's Island West Beach for yourself! #SaintMartinsIsland #WestBeach #Bangladesh #Travelgram #HiddenGem #ParadiseFound #historicallandmarks #mytravelhacks

Wake up at noon, ask clearly the return time of the boat back to Teknaf is at three o'clock in the afternoon from the pier, and then start walking around the island. It takes about 4 hours to walk around the island. St. Martin's Island is very narrow and long, with an area of only about 8 square kilometers. The north is a inverted triangle, there is a very narrow connection in the middle, and the south is a long irregular land. The southernmost cape is called Chera Dip, which is isolated from the main island when the tide rises and can only be passed when the tide recedes. This only coral reef island in Bangladesh was originally discovered by Arab sailors. During the British rule, it was renamed St. Martin's Island. It also has a local name - 'Coconut Island', because the island is rich in coconuts, which are very cheap. When you are thirsty, just drink coconut! The beaches of St. Martin's Island hardly have any sand. After the tide recedes, it is a soft hard ground. The locals directly play football on the beach. When they are tired, they soak in the sea to cool down. It is really comfortable. Walking to the northwest of the island, you will soon see the coral reefs that are endless after the tide recedes, densely covering the beach, becoming the hiding place for billions of small crabs. In the nearby small bay, fishing boats are full. Rows of coconut trees and mangroves on the coastline can effectively prevent waves and wind. The residents on the west side of the island are obviously much less than those near the pier on the east side, and tourists are basically invisible. The real charm of this forgotten island begins to emerge - an overseas island that is almost undisturbed by the outside world. Sitting on the root system of a mangrove to rest and blow the sea breeze, the huge and lush branches and leaves temporarily hide the scorching sun and pervasive heat wave. Because it is far away from the mainland, only 5 hours of electricity is supplied here every day. All kinds of electrical appliances in modern society are in a dispensable position here. Local people may prefer to take a nap in a hammock during the interval of fishing. For travelers, if you are not in a hurry, or if you want to find a place to escape from the world one day, this is really a good place that has been forgotten.

On St. Martin's Island, you can nap in a hammock, drink extremely cheap coconuts and watch the blue sea, forgotten by time and the world. Of course, you can also be more special, such as walking around the island. If you walk around the island, it is recommended to cross the island from the center in addition to walking around the island, where the rural scenery is also very beautiful. After walking along the west coastline of the island, I accidentally broke into the barrier of coconut trees and mangroves, and found a vibrant rice field inside the island. The towering coconut trees are the boundaries of the rice fields, and some thatched farmhouses are scattered among them. The main economic source of the island is of course fishing, but there are also many people who plant rice in the gaps of fishing. However, in general, materials are very scarce, most of them can only rely on the mainland supply, it will become very dangerous to go out to sea in the monsoon season, and the life of the island residents will also become very difficult. When walking through the small road in the middle of the island, I passed some local villagers' houses. Because it was the slaughter festival, I could occasionally see the festive scene of slaughtering cattle. Children with henna painted hands were holding beef and running happily in the fields. In addition to the lonely and beautiful sea view on St. Martin's Island, the life picture of the locals is also full of attraction for me, a foreign traveler.