If the timing aligns with your stay, witnessing a sea turtle hatching in St Mary is a truly unforgettable experience. Along the quiet north coast, tiny hawksbill turtles – a critically endangered species – emerge from their nests and make their first journey across the sand toward the Caribbean Sea. This instinctive movement allows them to imprint on the beach, guiding them back years later to nest in the same area.

Supported by the Oracabessa Bay Sea Turtle Project, this experience also plays a meaningful role in conservation. Guests present help create a calm, protected environment, reducing the risk from natural predators as the hatchlings make their way to the water. Suitable for individuals, couples, and families, it is well worth the visit for guests staying at villas in St Mary, Ocho Rios, Runaway Bay, and Discovery Bay, offering a rare opportunity to witness nature at its most delicate.