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Boat Tour with Snorkelling in the Grand Cul-de-sac Marin Nature Reserve from Sainte-Rose
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Organized by Gwadaventure
Sainte-Rose, Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe
4 hrs
From€49€44
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Boat Tour from Sainte-Rose with Snorkelling in the Grand Cul-de-sac Marin Nature Reserve
Set off on a 4-hour excursion combining relaxation and exploration in the Grand Cul-de-sac marin on this boat tour with snorkelling from Sainte-Rose!
Boat Tour from Sainte-Rose with Snorkelling in the Grand Cul-de-sac Marin Nature Reserve
From€49
1 half day
Everybody welcome
1 half day
Everybody welcome
Practical information
A 4-hour boat tour departing from Sainte-Rose to explore the Grand Cul-de-sac marin.
- Discover idyllic landscapes featuring mangroves, turquoise lagoons and unspoilt islets with white sandy beaches
- Stops for relaxation, swimming and snorkelling to make the most of the idyllic setting of the Grand Cul-de-sac marin
- Small group of up to 11 participants for a friendly atmosphere
Course of events
Please allow half a day for the whole experience.
- Meeting with the skipper at the Sainte-Rose fishing harbour, 15 minutes before the activity begins (free car park)
- Boarding the boat
- Briefing on the schedule for the activity and safety instructions
- Departure for a 4-hour boat tour in the Grand Cul-de-sac marin:
- navigation through the mangrove forest with an explanation of the ecosystem (10 to 15 minutes)
- snorkelling stop at a shallow shipwreck (around 30 minutes)
- another snorkelling stop above the coral reef (30 to 40 minutes)
- stop for a break on Caret Islet, including a swim (30 to 45 minutes)
- another stop on La Biche Islet to relax, swim and enjoy an aperitif (homemade punch, homemade planteur, homemade fruit juice and a selection of typical Guadeloupean snacks) (30 to 40 minutes)
- return navigation via Îlet Blanc and Îlet aux Oiseaux, with commentary (approximately 30 minutes)
- Back in Sainte-Rose, disembarkation and end of the activity
*The duration and route of this activity depend on the weather.
Activity requirements
All minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Please arrive 15 minutes before the departure time.
A minimum of 6 participants is required to run this activity.
Special terms
This activity is free for children under 2 years old.
On arrival, you will need to pay €1 per person for the Barnier tax.
The boat is not suitable for wheelchair users.
This activity is not recommended for pregnant people: please seek medical advice.
Pets are not permitted to join in this activity.
Included
- Guide Captain
- Snorkelling equipment (fins, mask and snorkel)
- Buoyancy aids (life jackets, swimming noodles)
- Aperitif (fruit juice, planteur, punch and local snacks)
Excluded
- Barnier tax (€1 per person)
Do not forget to bring
- Swimwear
- Towel
- Environmentally friendly sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Hat / Cap
- Waterproof jacket
- Bottle of water
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Meeting point:
CY PARADISE - Fishing harbour, Sainte-Rose 97115, Guadeloupe
Spoken languages:
FrenchCancellation: Super flexible
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Here to assist you 7/7About the activity
A vast lagoon in the north of Guadeloupe, the Grand Cul-de-sac marin Nature Reserve is a must-see on the island. With its unspoilt islets, turquoise waters and mangroves teeming with biodiversity, it is brimming with things to discover, set within a magnificent natural landscape bordered by a vast coral reef. And to make the most of it from Sainte-Rose, whether for a morning or an afternoon, nothing beats this boat tour organised by CY PARADISE! For 4 hours, you will be comfortably seated on board a motorboat fitted with a sun awning, accompanied by your captain and guide, who will be delighted to share insights into the exceptional environment of this nature reserve.
On this boat tour through the Grand Cul-de-sac marin from Sainte-Rose, on Basse-Terre, you will sail through the mangroves, stop for snorkelling at a shipwreck and at the coral reef, and stop off at some of the lagoon’s islets (Îlet Caret and Îlet La Biche) to relax. The itinerary has been designed to allow you to discover as much as possible whilst learning new things thanks to your local guide’s expertise. You will have the pleasure of taking part in a small group of no more than 11 people – the ideal size for an experience that is both intimate and friendly, whether you are travelling alone, as a couple, with family or with friends. Those who wish to can even stay on board the boat if they are not interested in the snorkelling stops!
Suitable for all ages, this boat tour departing from Sainte-Rose will leave you with wonderful memories of the Grand Cul-de-sac marin Nature Reserve and its treasures. A perfect blend of relaxation and discovery awaits you, so don’t miss out!
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