Mélange Travel & Lifestyle Magazine APRIL 2019 | Page 556

Maria Islands Nature Reserve St. Lucia CARNIVAL Two pristine islands, Maria Major and Maria Minor, located about half a mile from Pointe Sable off St. Lucia’s east coast, off er visitors sandy beaches, warm, clear water with stunning coral reef perfect for snorkeling, and the opportunity to explore the islands wildlife habitat with its unusual fl ora and fauna. Some of the wildlife include fi ve species of reptiles which cannot be found anywhere else in the world. Migrating birds from Africa fl y here annually during their nesting season, during which time there is no access to the islands. Both islands have been declared a nature reserve and are closed annually during May to August to accommodate the migrating birds. Tours to the islands are by appointments only done through the St. Lucia National Trust. Telephone: 758-454-5014 Email: [email protected] Photo Courtesy The St. Lucia National Trust : slunatrust.org July 12 - 17 2019