Salt Island lies just south of Peter Island and east of Norman Island, offering a quiet, historic anchorage for boaters seeking a mix of solitude and exploration. There are no mooring balls here, so anchoring is the only option. The bay provides moderate shelter from easterly trade winds, with depths typically ranging between 20–30 feet over sandy and grassy bottoms. Careful anchoring is needed to find clear spots free of coral and old wreckage.
Approach the island cautiously, as shallow reefs and rocky outcrops can be present near the shoreline. Favor the central bay area where deeper, sandy holding provides better security. While this anchorage lacks shore-side amenities, that’s part of its appeal—expect peace, limited disturbance, and an authentic seaside atmosphere backed by quiet, unspoiled terrain.
Salt Island is steeped in maritime history, home to the wreck of RMS Rhone, which sank in 1867. The wreck lies just off the bay and offers world-class diving and snorkeling among corals, schools of fish, barracudas, and sometimes turtles. Ideal for boaters with a sense of adventure, Salt Island combines calm anchoring, historical intrigue, and exceptional underwater beauty—perfect for a memorable day or overnight stop.
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Salt Island lies just south of Peter Island and east of Norman Island, offering a quiet, historic anchorage for boaters seeking a mix of solitude and exploration. There are no mooring balls here, so anchoring is the only option. The bay provides moderate shelter from easterly trade winds, with depths typically ranging between 20–30 feet over sandy and grassy bottoms. Careful anchoring is needed to find clear spots free of coral and old wreckage.
Approach the island cautiously, as shallow reefs and rocky outcrops can be present near the shoreline. Favor the central bay area where deeper, sandy holding provides better security. While this anchorage lacks shore-side amenities, that’s part of its appeal—expect peace, limited disturbance, and an authentic seaside atmosphere backed by quiet, unspoiled terrain.
Salt Island is steeped in maritime history, home to the wreck of RMS Rhone, which sank in 1867. The wreck lies just off the bay and offers world-class diving and snorkeling among corals, schools of fish, barracudas, and sometimes turtles. Ideal for boaters with a sense of adventure, Salt Island combines calm anchoring, historical intrigue, and exceptional underwater beauty—perfect for a memorable day or overnight stop.
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