Pointe-a-Pitre offers a vibrant mix of European, Caribbean, and indigenous cultures on the southern coast of Grande-Terre in Guadeloupe. Experience stunning landscapes with white-sand beaches, green mountains, and lush tropical forests. Stroll the lively streets and explore colorful markets, traditional wooden houses, and the welcoming spirit of Creole culture.

Dominica's rugged mountains, tropical forests, hot springs, rivers, and stunning waterfalls make it the Caribbean's wildest island. Protected by multiple national parks, this hidden gem lies between Guadeloupe and Martinique. When visiting, explore the captivating Indian River, where you'll navigate through dense mangroves with intertwined roots, ferns, and towering trees. Experience the raw beauty of this untamed landscape and discover a unique, natural world.

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Indian River by rowboat
Board a coach for a quick 15-minute transfer to the Indian River, explore this Amazon-like river, named for the Kalinago settlements, and glide in hand-oared wooden rowboats to observe diverse wildlife, including herons and iguanas.

In the heart of the Caribbean, Bequia is the second-largest of 32 islands that make up the country of St Vincent and the Grenadines. You will love the lively and picturesque atmosphere of Port Elizabeth, the island’s main town. From the port, a promenade lined with beautiful traditional houses, landscaped gardens, and small restaurants runs along the shoreline. It leads to Princess Margaret Beach, a wild beach where Princess Margaret herself has stayed and which seems to emerge directly from the tropical forest. From rainforest to lush meadows and long stretches of sand, Bequia will offer you a natural setting that is conducive to lovely walks and spending time on the beach.

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Discover Bequia
Board a local Jeep from the ship and drive through Bequia's landscapes. Arrive at Mount Pleasant and take in the views. Visit a model boat shop to see handmade boats up close. Next, head to Fort Hamilton for panoramic views and insights into the island's history. Finally, explore Firefly Estate and learn about its 1789 sugar mill while enjoying a fruit tasting before returning.

Scattered between St Vincent and Grenada, the Tobago Cays comprise five little islands: Petit Rameau, Petit Bateau, Baradal, Petit Tabac, and Jamesby. This rosary of uninhabited cays in the southern West Indies is a marine park whose turquoise lagoons provide a home and safe haven for some outstanding marine fauna, including peaceful green turtles. Girded and united by a coral reef, these secluded islands are a peaceful paradise for divers, swimmers, and snorkelers.

West of Carriacou, the northernmost island in the state of Grenada, is Sandy Island, a spit of sand set in the bewitching Caribbean waters. Known for its powdery white sand and small lagoon with crystal clear waters, this wild islet, dotted with coconut trees, offers a natural setting for swimming and snorkeling. The abundant and colorful marine life promises memorable and thrilling encounters. Listed as a marine protected area, the site is also a hunting ground for numerous pelicans. Enjoy a fascinating show as they circle above the water before diving suddenly to catch their prey.

You will sail off the coast of the Pitons in Soufriere Bay. The Pitons are two volcanic spires, covered in tropical rainforest, rising side by side from the sea – they are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The area’s volcanic complex includes a geothermal field with sulfurous fumaroles and hot springs. In the marine area, coral reefs are home to very diverse fauna, including hawksbill sea turtles, pilot whales, and whale sharks, these harmless gentle giants that you will perhaps be lucky enough to observe by diving in the sea behind the ship.

During your day at sea on board Le Ponant, make the most of your free time and the comfort of your ship for a moment of rest or conviviality. If the weather is right, let yourself be tempted by a spot of sunbathing. This day without a port of call will also be an opportunity to do some shopping in the boutique and share the highlights of your cruise with the other passengers. As for lovers of the open sea, they will be able to visit the ship’s upper deck to admire the spectacle of the waves and perhaps be lucky enough to observe marine species. A truly enchanted interlude, combining relaxation, sharing, and the pleasure of sailing on a yacht.

Lying on the south-western end of Martinique, the charming town of Les Anses-d’Arlet reveals all the colors of the West Indies: from the azure blue of the Caribbean Sea and the emerald green of the surrounding vegetation to the reds, yellows, and purples of the traditional Creole houses. This former fishing village, with its picture-postcard appearance and its typical and peaceful atmosphere, promises a unique interlude during which you will be able to spend moments relaxing on long white sandy beaches, discover local culture, and explore the lush nature with its singular biodiversity.

It is undoubtedly because Marie-Galante concentrates all the charms of the Caribbean into one island that it is today one of the most in-demand destinations in the region. “The island of 100 mills” or the “great galette” as it is sometimes known, in reference to the form of its 15 km diameter limestone plateau, is surrounded by white sandy beaches that are some of the most beautiful in the Caribbean In Saint-Louis, you can take the time to bathe in its turquoise waters, relax under the palm trees and almond trees or stroll along the colorful streets of the village.

At the crossroads of cultures, where European influence mingles with the richness of the Caribbean and the diversity of indigenous traditions, Pointe-a-Pitre promises a unique experience. Here, nestled on the southern coast of the island of Grande-Terre in Guadeloupe, in the heart of the Caribbean Sea, you will fall in love with the heavenly landscapes that reveal themselves to you, including white-sand beaches, verdant mountains, and lush tropical forests. Along the bustling streets of the city, you will discover Creole authenticity through the colorful markets, the traditional wooden houses, and the warm hospitality of the locals.