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Maria Islands Nature Reserve
Maria Islands Nature Reserve Review
Two tiny islands in the Atlantic Ocean off St. Lucia's southeastern coast make up the reserve, which has its own interpretive center. The 25-acre Maria Major and the 4-acre Maria Minor, its little sister, are inhabited by two rare species of reptiles (the colorful Zandoli Terre ground lizard and the harmless Kouwes grass snake). They share their home with frigate birds, terns, doves, and other wildlife. There's a small beach for swimming and snorkeling, as well as an undisturbed forest, a vertical cliff covered with cacti, and a coral reef for snorkeling or diving. The St. Lucia Trust offers tours, including the boat trip to the islands, by appointment only; bring your own picnic lunch, as there are no facilities.
- Address: Vieux Fort | Map It
- Phone: 758/452-5005; 758/453-7656; 758/454-5014 for tour reservations
- Cost: $35
- Hours: Aug.--mid-May, Wed.--Sun. 9:30--5, by appointment only
- Website: www.slunatrust.org
- Location: Vieux Fort and the East Coast
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