Visiting Saint Maarten offers countless opportunities to explore beautiful beaches and neighboring islands. In order to travel sustainably, it is important to be thoughtful about transportation choices. By opting for more eco-friendly options, visitors can enjoy the island while reducing their carbon footprint.
Public Transportation:
One option for traveling sustainably in Saint Maarten is to utilize the public transportation that the island has to offer. There is a network of green shared vans that offer low-cost shared rides to various locations on the island. This is a budget friendly and eco-friendly option. Taking shared transportation lessens the carbon footprint compared to using a personal car service.
Ferries:
An efficient way to explore neighboring islands is to utilize ferries and water taxis. Scheduled ferries typically reduce their reliance on higher-emission transportation, especially when traveling between islands. Although ferries contribute to greenhouse gas emissions, taking a ferry is more sustainable than air travel. There are also efforts that have been made to transition to cleaner fuels used for ferries.
Renting Eco-Friendly Cars:
Renting a car can allow for flexibility and freedom when exploring new places. Renting a car can also be convenient when traveling with groups. However, renting a car can emit more emissions than shared transportation. This is why there are options such as eco-friendly cars. One brand that our team used during our stay is Moke cars. Moke cars are small and electric which means lower energy use. They are also built with recyclable materials such as plastic and steel that are easy to recycle.
Final Thoughts:
Traveling sustainably in Saint Maarten is about making conscious transportation choices that align with both your needs and the island’s long-term well-being. No matter your choices, each small decision contributes to a larger collective impact to protect the island’s beauty.