Pointe-a-Pitre
Pointe-a-Pitre
Guadeloupe
Guadeloupe
Pointe-a-Pitre
Pointe-a-Pitre
Guadeloupe
Guadeloupe
Pointe-a-Pitre
Pointe-a-Pitre
Le Gosier
Le Gosier
Pointe-a-Pitre
Pointe-a-Pitre
Pointe-a-Pitre
Pointe-a-Pitre
Pointe-a-Pitre
Saint-Francois
The best way to explore the hidden nooks and crannies of this resplendent region is by boat, unveiling its secluded beaches, bays and coves. Consisting of a mainland comprised of two large islands perfect for circumnavigating in and of themselves, boat charters for a week also offer unique opportunities to explore tiny offshore islands and islets containing some of the Caribbean's most beautiful sights.
Guadeloupe, a beautiful island in the Caribbean, is an overseas department of France. With sparkling waters, clad in fields of sugar cane and tropical jungles, explore the most voluptuous of the islands in the French West Indies by boat.
This area is at the northern end of Basse-Terre island and is actually a small fishing village. Fast becoming a popular waterfront dining destination, Deshaies also offers great snorkeling opportunities. On the southern side of the bay, there is even a coral reef where you can swim with turtles, sea snakes and tropical fish.
If this name sounds familiar, that’s because it is named after Jacques Cousteau, a pioneer of scuba diving and underwater exploration! This area is a marine reserve park next to Ilet Pigeon, a completely uninhabited island, which has lots of restaurants and bars on the beach. If you like scuba diving, there are even some shipwrecks in this area for you to explore.
Pointe-à-Pitre is the largest marina on the island and is the perfect place to stock up on supplies, having a local market nearby, as well as most of the amenities you could ever need. There is also an interesting museum not far from Pointe-à-Pitre, where you can learn about the history of the island. There aren’t any mooring buoys here but there is almost always space in the marina.
Le Gosier is a tourist beach town with many places to eat if you fancy going ashore, as well as a long, sandy beach which is ideal for relaxing and working on your tan. There is plenty of space to anchor here, but generally you should do so to the west of the beach where it’s calmer.
Bourg Des Saintes is located about 10km south of the main island of Guadeloupe and consists of two main islands (Terre-de-haut and Terre-de-Basse), as well as several smaller islands. There are around 3000 inhabitants between the two main islands.
Pain De Sucre, on Terre-de-Haut, is a fantastic place to take your boat charter if you like snorkeling or diving. Pain de Sucre rock at this island has been named one of the best places to snorkel or dive in the Caribbean.
Ilet A Cabrit is another great place in Bourg Des Saintes for swimming and snorkeling as it is well protected from the swell. If you don’t mind a bit of a trek, there is an old building at the highest peak on the island which is well worth a visit. This building has been many things over the years, including a fort, a jail, and a discotheque and is now a great place to have some wine and snacks.
Pointe A Negre on Terre-De-Basse, is another fantastic swimming and snorkeling location, and has even been dubbed Turtle Bay because of the opportunities to swim with the bay’s resident turtles. This is another small fishing village, but there are fewer people here than on Terre-De-Haut and the locals are very friendly.
Other anchorages and ports on and around the island include:
The region also offers tranquil lagoons and snorkelling with dolphins and turtles from many of the Caribbean’s most beautiful beaches, including Grande Anse, Sainte Anne, and Souffleur beach. While in Guadeloupe, you should definitely visit the Jacques Cousteau Underwater Reserve, which offers you the opportunity to see the underwater world at its finest, with many different species of fish, underwater statues and much more.
If you fancy spending a little time on land, you also have many magnificent options. Maybe you want to visit the Guadeloupe National Park, where there are plenty of hiking trails to suit your desires. You can trek up La Soufriere Volcano or even visit Carbet falls, Guadeloupe’s very own waterfall. Alternatively, you can feed the rainbow lorikeets and admire a large number of colourful plants and birds at the Jardin Botanique de Deshaies, or take in the brilliant views at La Pointe des Chateaux.
One thing’s for sure, you won’t get bored sailing in Guadeloupe!
In Guadeloupe, the average cost of hiring a boat is approximately 400£ per day. Several factors can affect the price, such as the season, the boat's year of manufacture, and the equipment included. The daily rates can vary from 69£ and 6,458£.
The cost of hiring a skipper varies depending on the destination and the boat owner. In Guadeloupe, the average price for a skipper is around 266£ per day.
In Guadeloupe, there are 124 boats available for hire without a license. Additionally, many boats can be hired with a skipper.
Boats in Guadeloupe typically have an average of 2 cabins. For larger groups, you can book boats with up to 7 cabins.
Fuel is typically not included in the hire cost for most boats. However, in Guadeloupe, fuel is included in the price for 17 boats.
Available boats: | 225 boats |
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Popular types of boats: | Sailboat, Catamaran, Motorboat |
Average price: | 400£ per day |
Low season cost: | 69£ per day |
High season cost: | 6,458£ per day |
Brands: | Hanse, Jeanneau, and more |
In Guadeloupe, privately owned boats are available for hire. See your other options in the area.