Discovery by boat of the Mangrove and Lagoon on Basse-Terre Island in 7 Stages with 4 Swimming Stops
by Nico Excursions Guadeloupe en bateau
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€126Overview
This boat tour on Basse-Terre Island lasts between four and five hours and offers a discovery of the mangrove and its lagoon in seven stages. The trip takes place in the Great Cul-de-Sac Marin and includes four swimming or snorkeling stops. These stops are at a shipwreck, a starfish site, a natural swimming pool, and within the maritime mangrove. The boat passes by White Island, a fragile sand island important for tern reproduction, Bird Island, where frigates, brown pelicans, snowy egrets, and terns can be seen, and the Fairing Islets. A thirty-minute stop occurs in a dense mangrove area with abundant wildlife. There is also a one-hour swim in the mangroves to observe the ecosystem and fish nurseries among the roots. The tour is conducted in small groups following National Park environmental guidelines. Snorkeling equipment including fins, masks, and snorkels, as well as life jackets and binoculars, are provided. Carbonated and alcoholic beverages, fruit juice, and fresh produce are served on board or while standing in the water. The captain provides detailed explanations about the ecosystem and wildlife throughout the tour. This tour is suitable for children aged three and older.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Great Cul-de-Sac Marin Lagoon
The captain leads a tour through the lagoon’s seven stages, including four snorkeling or swimming sessions at the shipwreck, starfish area, natural swimming pool, and maritime mangrove. The boat passes White Island, Bird Island, and the Fairing Islets. Snorkeling gear, life jackets, and binoculars are provided. Fruit juice and fresh produce are served onboard or in the water. The tour includes educational and detailed commentary focused on environmental care.
120 min
White Island
A fragile white sand island located in front of Sainte Rose. It plays an important role in the reproduction of terns. The formation of this island is explained during the tour.
Bird Island
A 30-minute stop to observe various birds such as frigates, brown pelicans, snowy egrets, and terns in their natural habitat. The surrounding dense mangrove supports diverse wildlife.
30 min
Mangrove Swimming Stop
A one-hour swimming session in the mangroves where guests can explore the rich ecosystem. The area serves as a nursery for fish among the mangrove roots, offering a unique chance to see local aquatic life up close.
60 min
Meeting point
Appointment 15min before departure. By the sea, large free parking.
End point
Appointment 15min before departure. By the sea, large free parking.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Additional info
Discovery by boat of the Mangrove and Lagoon on Basse-Terre Island in 7 Stages with 4 Swimming Stops
by Nico Excursions Guadeloupe en bateau
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€126Overview
This boat tour on Basse-Terre Island lasts between four and five hours and offers a discovery of the mangrove and its lagoon in seven stages. The trip takes place in the Great Cul-de-Sac Marin and includes four swimming or snorkeling stops. These stops are at a shipwreck, a starfish site, a natural swimming pool, and within the maritime mangrove. The boat passes by White Island, a fragile sand island important for tern reproduction, Bird Island, where frigates, brown pelicans, snowy egrets, and terns can be seen, and the Fairing Islets. A thirty-minute stop occurs in a dense mangrove area with abundant wildlife. There is also a one-hour swim in the mangroves to observe the ecosystem and fish nurseries among the roots. The tour is conducted in small groups following National Park environmental guidelines. Snorkeling equipment including fins, masks, and snorkels, as well as life jackets and binoculars, are provided. Carbonated and alcoholic beverages, fruit juice, and fresh produce are served on board or while standing in the water. The captain provides detailed explanations about the ecosystem and wildlife throughout the tour. This tour is suitable for children aged three and older.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Great Cul-de-Sac Marin Lagoon
The captain leads a tour through the lagoon’s seven stages, including four snorkeling or swimming sessions at the shipwreck, starfish area, natural swimming pool, and maritime mangrove. The boat passes White Island, Bird Island, and the Fairing Islets. Snorkeling gear, life jackets, and binoculars are provided. Fruit juice and fresh produce are served onboard or in the water. The tour includes educational and detailed commentary focused on environmental care.
120 min
White Island
A fragile white sand island located in front of Sainte Rose. It plays an important role in the reproduction of terns. The formation of this island is explained during the tour.
Bird Island
A 30-minute stop to observe various birds such as frigates, brown pelicans, snowy egrets, and terns in their natural habitat. The surrounding dense mangrove supports diverse wildlife.
30 min
Mangrove Swimming Stop
A one-hour swimming session in the mangroves where guests can explore the rich ecosystem. The area serves as a nursery for fish among the mangrove roots, offering a unique chance to see local aquatic life up close.
60 min
Meeting point
Appointment 15min before departure. By the sea, large free parking.
End point
Appointment 15min before departure. By the sea, large free parking.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.