Grootpan and Kiddel Bays - Nekkid Time?
Grootpan and Kiddel Bays - Nekkid Time?
I've heard from a few folks that the secluded Grootpan and Kiddel Bays on St. John are outside of the National Park and do not get patrolled. This makes them a place where you can work on tan lines without getting that ticket. Anyone have any experiences with this? I know that villa Sea Spirit is on the point between the two bays, and that's about it.
Cheers, RickG
Cheers, RickG
I've been to both several times, rarely seeing anyone else, though there are a couple of villas bordering Kiddle. Bugs can be a problem on both beaches, the drive into Grootpan will almost certainly scratch up your rental vehicle, both beaches are rocky with no sand. Grootpan is also an important turtle egg area, so be eco-friendly.If you can freedive while snorkling there is some great stuff in Grootpan, though I've seen the island's worst jellyfish there in June. Enjoy!
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We have rented Sea Spirit for 5 years now and are booked in to be there again in March, as we LOVE the secluded and private location. We have been to both Grootpan and Kiddle many times, but have never seen anyone sunbathing in the nude. They really aren't great beaches for sunbathing, as there is no sand at either one of them - they are both rocky pebble beaches. Great for snorkeling, but not sunbathing.
Carol
Carol