Tintamarre or Flat island
Discover Tintamarre Island
Tintamarre remains one of the last untouched gems of St. Martin, offering visitors a unique blend of history, biodiversity, and Caribbean heritage. Its peaceful atmosphere and protected status make it a remarkable destination for nature lovers and those seeking a glimpse into the island's past.
Natural Heritage
Protected Ecosystem
Tintamarre belongs to the French Nature Reserve of Saint-Martin, which protects both terrestrial and marine habitats.
🐢 Sea Turtles
Green turtles, hawksbill turtles, and leatherback turtles frequent the surrounding waters.
The island's seagrass beds provide important feeding grounds.
🐦 Birdlife
Brown pelicans, tropicbirds, terns, and frigatebirds nest or feed around the island.
Migratory birds regularly stop there.
🌵 Vegetation
Dry tropical forest and coastal shrubs dominate the landscape.
Cacti and native plants are adapted to the island's arid climate.
🐠 Marine Life
Coral reefs and rocky bottoms shelter colorful tropical fish, rays, lobsters, and occasionally dolphins.
The Airfield and Early Aviation
In the 1940s and 1950s, Tintamarre had a small airstrip and was briefly used as a stopover for light aircraft flying between neighboring islands.
Remains of the old runway and several buildings can still be seen today.
