Guadeloupe Boat Tour: Mangroves, River and Islets (French Guide)

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(1,870 reviews)
Basse-Terre Island, Guadeloupe

4 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: French

Set sail from Sainte-Rose for a 4.5-hour escape into the Grand Cul-de-Sac Marin, in a small group of up to 12 guests. Passionate about their work and their island, your captain shares stories, knowledge and a love of Guadeloupe.

Glide into the mangroves, close to the fascinating roots of the mangrove trees. When the tide permits, travel up the river through the swamp forest and let yourself be carried away by this peaceful world. Then enjoy a swim in the lagoon and explore its underwater life with the snorkeling equipment provided.

Finish on an islet, sharing a friendly drink before returning to Sainte-Rose. Please note: the guided tour is conducted in French.

What's Included

Alcoholic Beverages
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Barnier tax (€1 per passenger, payable in cash on site)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Blue Lagoon Excursion Guadeloupe

In front of the Blue Lagoon hut.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Blue Lagoon Excursion Guadeloupe

    J-John, Clement, Hugo or Max will be your captain for the day. Passionate about the sea and Guadeloupe, they will introduce you to the lagoon with warmth and insight. The mangroves are both the lungs and a natural shield of Guadeloupe. Navigate among turquoise and indigo waters, white sand and deep green vegetation as you discover the Grand Cul-de-Sac Marin’s mosaic of landscapes and ecosystems.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Îlets du Carénage

    Discover the remarkable mangrove forest. On the calm waters of Guadeloupe’s Grand Cul-de-Sac Marin, explore an extraordinary aquatic forest and its mysterious mangrove trees. Your knowledgeable, passionate captain will share the secrets of the mangroves and lagoon.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Rivière Moustique

    When the tide permits, travel up the Moustique River into a wild and peaceful world. Discover a refuge for birds in a surprising landscape, while your captain shares local stories and legends.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Grand Cul-de-sac marin

    During a stop in a shallow area of the lagoon, learn about remarkable marine creatures called echinoderms, such as brittle stars, long-spined sea urchins and sea cucumbers. Your captain will share fascinating stories about these animals.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    La Biche

    Swim above Guadeloupe’s coral reef and discover turquoise waters, colorful fish and fascinating corals in an underwater world.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Ilet Blanc

    To end your adventure, step ashore on Îlet Blanc, surrounded by clear turquoise water. Sink your feet into the white sand and enjoy a homemade planter’s punch.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Blue Lagoon

Tags

Day Cruises
Full-day Tours
Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Water Tours
Small Group
DSA non-compliant
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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