Boat Trip to Îles des Saintes with Apéritif, Creole Lunch & Swimming

About the Activity

Highlights

• Discover the colorful houses of Terre-de-Haut

• Enjoy an apéritif and a Creole lunch on a small-group boat trip

• Swim in the crystal-clear waters of Pain de Sucre, ranked among the most beautiful bays in the world

• Admire Les Saintes from Îlet à Cabrit for a different perspective

Itinerary

• Departure from Pointe-à-Pitre (Le Gosier) – 8:00 a.m.

• Disembark at Îlet à Cabrit with a visit to Fort Joséphine and an exceptional viewpoint over the Bay of Les Saintes - 9:00 a.m.

• Terre-de-Haut (2 hours of free time to explore) – possibility of a 2-hour guided bus tour (not included) - 10:00 a.m.

• Apéritif while navigating along the archipelago - 12:00 p.m.

• Quiet bay (lunch on board) at Terre-de-Bas with the chance to observe sea turtles

• Pain de Sucre (swimming stop)

• Arrival in Pointe-à-Pitre (Le Gosier) – 4:30 p.m.

What to Expect

Join us for a full-day boat trip to the Saintes Islands where you can enjoy an apéritif, a Creole lunch, and swim at the beach of Pain de Sucre. We will depart from the Bas-du-Fort marina in Le Gosier and head straight to Îlet à Cabrit, where you can admire the impressive Fort Joséphine. The boat accommodates a small group of up to 12 people, ensuring a more personal experience. During the one-hour crossing, take in the magnificent views of the Caribbean.

Our next destination is Terre-de-Haut, where you will have two hours of free time to explore the island at your own pace. You can stroll among the colorful houses and perhaps visit Fort Napoléon (ticket not included). Do not miss the chance to taste the famous tourments d’amour, traditional pastries originally prepared by the wives of fishermen, tormented by the long absence of their husbands at sea.

At midday, we will meet back on board to enjoy an apéritif while cruising along the breathtaking archipelago. A delicious Creole meal will be served in a quiet bay, the perfect setting to relax and soak up the serene atmosphere. After a swim with sea turtles, we continue to Pain de Sucre, renowned as one of the most beautiful spots on the island, for a refreshing dip. After a day filled with memorable moments, we will make our way back at an easy pace, leaving time to reflect on the adventures of the day.

How to Get There

We meet at our boat in the marina of Bas du Fort, 30 minutes before departure. If you come by car, you will find free parking nearby.

Characteristics of The Boat

• Motorboat

• Number of passengers: 12

• Sun-protected area

• No restrooms

Included Services

• Pool noodles

• Drinks (Homemade Planter's Punch, juice, water, rosé wine)

• Apéritif

• Food (tuna rillettes, raw vegetables, marinated chicken, rice, homemade coconut flan and fresh fruit)

Additional Services

• Entry ticket to Fort Napoléon (7€)

Who can Join

• Minimum age: 6 years

• Not suitable for pregnant women

• Not recommended for people who suffer from any back problems, or had any back operations

• Not recommended for people with reduced mobility

Bring Along

• Swimsuit

• Towel

• Sunscreen, sunglasses and hat

• Snorkeling equipment

• Cash or card

• Weather-appropriate clothing

Good to Know

• Not accessible to wheelchairs and strollers

• No pets allowed

• If bad weather forces the provider to cancel the activity, you’ll receive a full refund or have the option to reschedule

• You are allowed to bring water and small snacks

• The captain speaks French, but explanatory sheets are available in English, Spanish and German