The bay is shaped like a teardrop tucked into the hills, which means it is sheltered from strong winds and waves. This makes it a perfect spot for sailing boats and yachts. A tiny wooden water-taxi ferries people across the narrow entrance because the bay is divided into an outer and an inner part — and the inner part is the most peaceful of all.
The hills around Marigot Bay are covered in thick tropical forest that stays bright green all year round. Palm trees line the water's edge, and at sunset the whole bay turns golden and orange. Film-makers have used Marigot Bay as a backdrop for movies because it looks so picture-perfect.
A small village sits on one side of the bay, with restaurants, shops and a marina where sailors can stock up on supplies. Life here moves slowly — people arrive by boat, swim in the warm water and enjoy fresh local food as the pelicans swoop overhead. It is the kind of place that makes visitors feel very far from busy city life.