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Boat Tour with Snorkelling in the Grand Cul-de-sac Marin Nature Reserve from Sainte-Rose
(57)
Organized by Gwadaventure
Sainte-Rose, Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe
4 hrs
From€49
Guided licence-free Boat Tour of Grand Cul-de-sac marin from Sainte-Rose
Discover Parc national de la Guadeloupe with a professional guide on this guided licence-free boat tour departing from Sainte-Rose!
Guided licence-free Boat Tour of Grand Cul-de-sac marin from Sainte-Rose
From€50
4 hrs
Occasionally sporty
From 3 years-old and up
4 hrs
Occasionally sporty
From 3 years-old and up
Practical information
A 3.5 hour guided excursion by licence free boat from Sainte-Rose to Grand Cul-de-sac marin.
- Pilot your own boat without a licence (max. 4 passengers)
- Immerse yourself in the mangroves
- Enjoy snorkelling breaks, moments of relaxation and anecdotes from your guide
Course of events
Please allow 4 hours in total for this activity.
- Welcome, check-in and navigation briefing.
- Navigation - 20 min.
- 1st stop in the mangrove with commentary from your guide - 30 min.
- Navigation - 20 min.
- 2nd stop - La Petite Biche, discover where fish spawn, safe from predators - 30 min.
- Navigation - 5 min.
- 3rd stop - Coral reef and snorkelling - 30 min.
- Navigation- 30 min.
- Stop at îlet aux oiseaux then îlet Blanc with a glass of fruit juice or a Planteur - 45 min.
- Sailing back to port - 15 min.
- Return of equipment and debriefing.
Activity requirements
Maximum weight: 100 kg - 220lbs.
Minimum driving age: 16 (under the responsibility of an adult).
Minors must be accompanied by an adult to take part in this activity.
A minimum of 6 participants is required for the activity to take place.
A minimum of 2 adults per boat is required.
Special terms
Please arrive 5 minutes early for the activity.
Please note that access to the îlet Blanc is forbidden from 15 April to 15 August by the Guadeloupe National Park to protect the terns, an endangered species of seabird for which the îlet is the breeding ground.
During this closing time, your guide will take you to another exceptional location, where you can enjoy a glass of Planteur or a fruit juice in an idyllic and exotic setting.
This activity is not accessible to people with reduced mobility and is not recommended for pregnant women.
Pets are not allowed to take part in this activity.
Spoken languages:
FrenchIncluded
- Professional guide
- Unsinkable hard hull CAP 360 with 6hp engine
- Entrance to the national park
- Poncho in case of rain
- Masks and snorkels
- Life jacket
- Planteur of fruit juice
- Waterproof barrel
- Free parking
Do not forget to bring
- Swimsuit
- Towel
- Your snorkelling equipment if you have it
- Sunscreen
- Hat / Cap
- Sunglasses
- Rucksack
- Water bottle
- Snacks
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Practical information
Meeting point:
Parking in the port of Sainte-Rose in front of the Bleu Blanc Vert hut. Port de Sainte-Rose, Boulevard Maritime, Sainte-Rose 97115, Guadeloupe.
Spoken languages:
FrenchCancellation: Flexible
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Here to assist you 7/7About the activity
A perfect option for anyone who wants to captain their own boat while exploring the National Park with a knowledgeable local guide, this licence-free boat tour of Grand Cul-de-sac Marin lets you follow your guide—who travels on a separate boat—while you pilot your own. No boating licence is required: your guide will show you the basics and remain with you throughout to ensure your safety and to introduce the highlights along the route.
On this guided licence-free boat trip from Sainte-Rose, you’ll have a boat exclusively for your group of 2 to 4 people. Simply follow your guide to explore the mangroves, the reef and Îlet Blanc within the National Park. This is more than a simple cruise—there are several stops along the way so you can discover each site with your guide’s commentary. You’ll also enjoy free time to observe local wildlife and flora, from mangrove roots and reef fish to starfish and seabirds.
Ideal for friends, families and adventurous travellers keen to explore Grand Cul-de-sac Marin by boat, this unique experience lets you enjoy a safe outing while taking the helm yourself. No prior experience is needed, so don’t hesitate—book your boat tour from Sainte-Rose now!
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