DISCOVERING THE ARCHIPELAGO
DISCOVERING THE ARCHIPELAGO
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10 days / 9 nights
*Low season rate in Sun Sea Discover Formula. For a crew of 6 people, Cruise with skipper, airport / marina transfers Paddles, delayed return supplements, administration fees and cleaning fees included.
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Summary:
- D.1 : Boarding at Bas-du-Fort Marina – Overnight at Ilet du Gosier
- D.2 : Petite-Terre – Night in Petite-Terre
- D.3 : Marie-Galante – Night at Anse-Canot
- D.4 : Les Saintes – Night at Pain-de-Sucre
- D.5 : Basse-Terre – Night in Basse-Terre
- D.6 : Deshaies – Night in Deshaies
- D.7 : Grand-Cul-de-Sac-Marin – Night at Grand-Cul-de-Sac-Marin
- D.8 : Malendure – Night in Malendure
- D.9 : Fortune – Overnight at Ilet Fortune
- D.10 : Gosier – Landing at the Bas-du-Fort Marina
Logbook
Day 1
Day 2
First sunrise on the horizon and it’s time to meet Audrey, a young beekeeper, passionate by her job that her dad started to do before her. Let yourself be guided by this bee lovers that will come on board to make you try 7 of her delicious honeys. Exceptional products made with love by her bees’ gang. From there, you will take the direction of the splendid Lagoon of Saint-Francois. Welcome at “Le Rhumarin” for your lunch. Chef Anthony is going to make you taste an unic fusion cuisine, seated in front of the Lagoon. After that, you will head to one of the most beautiful Wildlife Sanctuary of Guadeloupe: Petite Terre. Open your eyes and let yourself be dazzled by the beauty of this isolated and wild place. Indeed, you just landed in paradise. Why not, get out of your catamaran and go for a stroll on the island? You could spot some of the locals: Hermits crabs or iguanas.
Day 3
If you enjoy being up for sunrises, this one is worth the candle! Petite-Terre offers you a complete and clear view at the horizon. An amazing opportunity to watch the sun rising up from the ocean. This morning enjoys some free time. From there, en route to the island of the 100 mills: Marie-Galante. This afternoon, time to immerse yourself in a moment of art at the Creative Indigo Workshop with Pierre. A great opportunity to experience a unique and ancestral process of vegetal and natural dyeing. Tonight, hold your culinary taste buds with creatives Caribbean’s recipes at La Table du Pere Labat. Tonight, why not enjoying less light pollution and go on the Sun bed for a session of stargazing?
Day 4
With less tourists than its neighbors, this island will charm you with its authenticity! Step back in time, it’s like seeing how life was in Guadeloupe about 50 years ago. Once on land, your local guide Alex BRUTE drives you in his mini bus to explore around this amazing island. You stop at Labat Distillery to dive into the fascinating history and culture of Rum! After the visit it’s time for the Rum testing! Why not taking this opportunity to grab your favorite bottle and bring it back home? From there, you are heading toward another island of the archipelago. Welcome to Les Saintes! You will first moor near the small town of Terre-de-Haut. Tonight, you have dinner at Au Bon Vivre. Experience the 3 courses meals to discover the universe of Chef Thibault and its creole fusion cuisine. A true invitation to travel with recipes made to enhance the richness of local products. An unforgettable experience!
Day 5
There is nothing more idyllic than opening your eyes in front of such a beautiful scenery! Today, wake up in one of the most beautiful bays in the world! This morning, you go on a little adventure on an electric bike along the colorful houses of fishermen. A lovely way to discover the island according to sweet and calm way of life of Les Saintes. For lunch, welcome for a gourmet moment, weightlessly seated facing the small island of Cabrit. Marc’s team is waiting for you at “Les Balançoires” for highly colorful and tasty meal. On the afternoon you are heading towards the city of Basse-Terre.
Day 6
Early start today, your driver comes to pick you up at the dock and takes you to la Soufriere, locally called the “Old Lady”. This volcano with a summit at 1467 meters is the highest peak of the Lesser Antilles. To reach the top, it will take you a couple hours walk. From up there, you will stand on the roof of Guadeloupe and enjoy an outstanding view of the whole archipelago*. Work hard, chill hard! For lunch, you are welcomed at “Habitation Desmarets”. It’s in a tropical garden that Ghislaine and her team are waiting to make you taste a revisited cuisine influenced by locals flavors. Your boat and capitain are waiting for you at Deshaies.
Day 7
Open your eyes in front of Grande-Anse, located on the North West of the island of Basse-Terre, its golden sand contrast very well with the turquoise color of the Caribbean Sea. Did you know that this place is the shooting location of the internationally successful British TV Show: “Death in Paradise”? Open your eyes, you might be able to spot one the actors. From there your private shuttle will drive you to the Botanical Garden. Former property of the French humorist: Coluche, this prestigious garden will charm little ones as much as the big ones with its diverse flora. Be ready to meet colorful hosts like flamingos, parrots and many more surprises. For lunch, your table is waiting for you at the restaurant of the Garden. Come to discover an evolutive cuisine made with local products. An incredible site with a panoramic view facing the Caribbean Sea and the garden’ waterfall. From there, are heading back to the boat and go straight to Grand-Cul de Sac Marin.
Day 8
Day 9
After breakfast, you are going into the direction of Goyave. Start in with a drive along the lush rainforest of the National Park with your private driver. Welcome at the Carbet Falls. After an easy walk (45 minutes return) you will reach the second Carbet Fall, which is 110meters high. To complete this road trip, you are going to meet Germaine and her famous “Cassavery”. She is going to make you taste her delicious specialties made with cassava and take you to her Creole Garden. To end this day perfectly, we are taking you on a tour to the Longueteau Distillery located nearby the Carbet Falls. The Longueteau Distillery is located nearby the Carbet Falls. This picturesque estate with a romances charm harbored the prints of Christophe Colomb that landed there in around 1493. Your private guide gives you a tour around this plantation and its authentic distillery. An amazing chance to learn more about this historical and cultural heritage with your local guide. To end up your visit, a rum tasting is awaiting for you!
Day 10
It is now 9AM, your cruise is ending at the Marina de Bas-du-Fort. It’s time to take all these memories you made and meet one of our Sun Sea agents.
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