What is the water and sand quality of the Purple Turtle Beach?

The coastline of Purple Turtle Beach is covered with brown sand. It's relatively clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Purple Turtle Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Purple Turtle Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Purple Turtle Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.Purple Turtle Beach is partially protected from waves.There are some boats in the bay.

Is the Purple Turtle Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Purple Turtle Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Purple Turtle Beach?

The bar is located right on the Purple Turtle Beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Purple Turtle Beach?

There are 48 places to stay in the Purple Turtle Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Purple Turtle Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=346918&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Portsmouth Beach Hotel</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9338112&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Manicou River Resort</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3907585&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Candy's Palace</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2967592&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Kootney Resorts</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9621932&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">The Green Houses on Bedford Street</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9204392&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Winston's Apartment</a></li></ul>

How far is the Purple Turtle Beach from parking?

The Purple Turtle Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Purple Turtle Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Purple Turtle Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Fort Shirley located in 1.2 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Purple Turtle Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Purple Turtle Beach is September. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 29°C. The coldest month is February with air temperature 26°C and water 27°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Purple Turtle Beach (Saint John Parish) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Purple Turtle Beach (Saint John Parish) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.

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Purple Turtle Beach

Portsmouth, Dominica

#2 out of 4 in Saint John 2

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Brown sand Deserted Sand bottom Good for Kayaking

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Located within the settlement

Portsmouth • 1.1 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Trevy's Place

9 - Excellent 7.3km

Cafe Café & Snackbar

8.7km

Restaurant Da's Bar

8 - Very good 8.9km

Bar Voxy's Bar and Grill

10 - Exceptional 9.3km

Bar Batibou Beach

9.4 - Excellent 9.9km

Tourist Attraction Fort Shirley

9 - Excellent 1.1km

Tourist Attraction Cabrits National Park

9.2 - Excellent 1.2km

Tourist Attraction Douglas Bay Battery

9.2 - Excellent 1.3km

Tourist Attraction Indian River Tours

10 - Exceptional 1.4km

Tourist Attraction Fau Valley Canyon

10 - Exceptional 1.9km

Tourist Attraction Paradise Valley Garden Nursery

10 - Exceptional 4.3km

Tourist Attraction Cold Soufriere

8.8 - Excellent 4.7km

Tourist Attraction Bwa Nef Falls

9.4 - Excellent 5.8km

Tourist Attraction X Agro Tourism

9 - Excellent 6.9km

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About

Purple Turtle Beach is located on the Caribbean Sea (part of South Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 2th place out of 4 beaches in the Saint John region 1.1 km away from its center, the city of Portsmouth. It is one of the beaches of Portsmouth settlement, just 1.1 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains.

Weather

history

+28 ^o C +27 ^o C

Air temperature

4.8 M/S

Wind

+29 ^o C

Water temperature

1.9 M

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Located within the settlement

Portsmouth • 1.1 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Trevy's Place

9 - Excellent 7.3km

Cafe Café & Snackbar

8.7km

Restaurant Da's Bar

8 - Very good 8.9km

Bar Voxy's Bar and Grill

10 - Exceptional 9.3km

Bar Batibou Beach

9.4 - Excellent 9.9km

Tourist Attraction Fort Shirley

9 - Excellent 1.1km

Tourist Attraction Cabrits National Park

9.2 - Excellent 1.2km

Tourist Attraction Douglas Bay Battery

9.2 - Excellent 1.3km

Tourist Attraction Indian River Tours

10 - Exceptional 1.4km

Tourist Attraction Fau Valley Canyon

10 - Exceptional 1.9km

Tourist Attraction Paradise Valley Garden Nursery

10 - Exceptional 4.3km

Tourist Attraction Cold Soufriere

8.8 - Excellent 4.7km

Tourist Attraction Bwa Nef Falls

9.4 - Excellent 5.8km

Tourist Attraction X Agro Tourism

9 - Excellent 6.9km

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Located at nearest locality

Portsmouth • 1.7km from center

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3.6km from the beach

Louislyn Apartments

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Dublanc • 2.8km from center

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4.3km from the beach

Tinays Place

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Located at nearest locality

Portsmouth • 3.9km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 6.4 (Pleasant)

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Portsmouth • 1.1km

Main locality of province

Portsmouth • 1.1km

Transport

Airport

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Bus Station

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