3-day mini-sailboat trip to Les Saintes or Marie-Galante

Your cruise

Pierre & Babeth invite you aboard their sailboat for a 3-day stay to discover Les Saintes or Marie-Galante. Enjoy the happiness of the West Indies and sail south to Guadeloupe to discover one of the two pearls of the Antilles...

Your possible stops during this cruise

Here are two examples of possible itineraries for your 3-day mini-sailboat trip to Les Saintes or Marie-Galante. please note that the program presented below is subject to change according to your wishes and weather conditions.

Itinerary n°1 - Heading for Les Saintes
DAY 1: Boarding at Pointe-à-Pitre Marina, heading for Les Saintes!
Pierre & Babeth will meet you at 9:00 am at the Bas du Fort marina in Pointe-à-Pitre. Pierre will be your professional skipper and Babeth your hostess for the 3-day trip. After settling aboard the yacht and a briefing on life and safety rules, you'll hoist the sails for around 4 hours of sailing to reach Les Saintes. During the sail and for lunch, you'll be served a Creole-style meal (salad and fruit or sandwich).
You'll arrive in Les Saintes at around 1:00 p.m./2:00 p.m., for your first anchorage in the bay, where you'll be able to dive right in!
Around 3:00 pm, disembark for a tour of Les Saintes, stroll through the narrow streets and laze on one of the beaches. In a few words: enjoy the full flavor of the Antilles.
At the end of the afternoon, Pierre and Babeth await you on the sailboat for a drink and a marvellous sunset. Dinner and first night on board.

DAY 2: Discovery day on the island of Les Saintes
A full day in Les Saintes is a must! Live to the rhythm of the West Indies and explore this island with a rich history. by electric bike (for hire) or on foot for the more adventurous. On the morning, set off on an adventure to discover Fort Napoléon. On the afternoon, go onboard and sail to numerous wild beaches, the hill with the unique hump nicknamed the "camel", for great snorkeling sessions and much more. Evening meal on board.

DAY 3: Disembarkation at Pointe-à-Pitre
Already the last day of your stay in Les Saintes, it's time to set sail again for Guadeloupe. As on the outward journey, allow around 4 hours for sailing. Expected arrival at Pointe-à-Pitre harbor between 5:00 and 6:00 pm.

Itinerary n°2 - Heading for Marie-Galante
DAY 1: Boarding at Pointe-à-Pitre Marina, heading for Marie-Galante!
Pierre & Babeth will meet you at 9:00 am at the Bas du Fort marina in Pointe-à-Pitre. Pierre will be your professional skipper and Babeth your hostess for your 3-day stay. After settling aboard the yacht and a briefing on life and safety rules, you'll leave Pointe-à-Pitre for around 3 to 4 hours of sailing to reach beautiful Marie-Galante. During the sail and for lunch, you'll be served a Creole-style meal (salad and fruit or sandwich).
You'll arrive in Marie-Galante at the Saint-Louis anchorage (mooring or buoy) at around 1pm/14pm.
Then it's time for your first swim under the Caribbean sun! Of course, you can disembark ashore for a night on the town. In the evening, return aboard the yacht for dinner, after which we recommend an evening at the famous "Chez Henri" music bar!

DAY 2: Discovery day on the island of Marie-Galante
Wake up to the heavenly scenery of Marie-Galante. On this second day of your stay, enjoy a full day on the island. On the agenda: swimming, snorkeling, beach time and, of course, lounging! There's nothing like letting yourself be carried away by Caribbean life...

DAY 3: Disembarkation in Pointe-à-Pitre
Already on the last day of your stay in Marie-Galante, to prolong the pleasure and depending on weather conditions and time available, Pierre will suggest sailing to the ilet du Vieux Fort. Before setting sail again for Guadeloupe. As for the outward journey, allow around 3 to 4 hours' sailing. Expected arrival in Pointe-à-Pitre harbor between 5:00 and 6:00 pm.