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  For more than 20 years, Les Ballades du Delphis takes you to discover the most beautiful landscapes from Martinique by Catamaran   What is waiting for you ? A comfortable and spacious catamaran... Sailing... Discovery of the islets and white funds (fonds blancs)... Swimming in crystal clear waters... A lunch with local flavors... Relaxation and friendly atmosphere guaranteed !   We make a point of sharing our passion and our knowledge to make your day at sea one of your fondest holiday memories

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LA BAIGNOIRE 

De joséphine, the unmissible.

Sailing, Îlets of Le Robert (Chancel and Madame),

Swimming in the white backgrounds of the

Josephine's bathtub

SANS-SOUCI BAY

& trou cochon, a little corner of paradise.

Sailing, Îlets of Le François, Cap Est Lagoon,

Mangrove of Trou Cochon and swimming at the Josephine Bath

L'ANSE 

The sea of 7 colors.

Sailing Galion Bay and Treasury Bay,

Le Robert Bay, Trapèze White Fund, Chancel Island (iguanas) and Loup-Garou Island

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Journée Nord Caraïbes

08:00-17:00 - Tarif adulte/95€

• Tarif enfant de 3 à 12 ans/60€ 
• Tarif de 0 à 3 ans/15€

Excursion conseillée pour toute la Famille

déjeuner, collations et boissons

Demi-journée sud Caraïbes

13h30/17h30 tarif adulte internet 50 €/ tarif adulte agence 55€

• tarif enfant de 3 à 12 ans  internet 35€
• tarif enfant de 3 à 12 ans agence 39€
• tarif enfant de 0 à 3 ans 10€

collations et boissons

Demi-journée à la rencontre des Dauphins*

8h/12/30 tarif adulte internet 55€/ tarif adulte agence 60€

• tarif enfant  de 3 à 12 ans internet 39€ 
• tarif enfant de 3 à 12 ans agence 42€
• tarif enfant de 0 à 3 ans 10€        

> Nos Excursions en Catamaran

Excursion à la rencontre à la recherche des dauphins* et découverte de la côte nord caraïbes.

Balade en catamaran

Dauphin au bord du bateau

repas sur le bataeau

Départ & retour : Marina des Trois Ilets 

08:00-17:00 - Tarif adulte/95€** – Tarif enfant de 3 à 12 ans/60€** – Tarif de 0 à 3 ans/15€

Tout inclus : Déjeuner, Collations & Boissons *

*l’abus d’alcool est dangereux pour la santé. A consommer avec modération.

Votre équipage professionnel ponctue de commentaires et d'anecdotes la découverte de la côte Nord Caraïbe: baie de Fort de France, Pitons du Carbet, falaises de Fond Boucher, Montage Pelée….

C’est au large de Bellefontaine et du Carbet que des groupes de dauphins* vous rattraperont sans doute pour vous saluer et vous proposer une petite course. Moment magique chargé d'émotion pour les plus petits comme pour les plus grands. Ouvrez grand vos yeux et profitez du spectacle….

catamaran à voile

sortie en mer

Dauphins qui nagent

Rade de St Pierre

Un plateau de fruits frais vous sera servi dans la matinée afin de vous rafraîchir. Arrivée dans la magnifique rade de St Pierre pour une escale découverte de cette Ville chargée d'Histoire et d'anecdotes. De nombreuses ruines témoignent de son passé prestigieux et de la catastrophe qui la frappa en 1902. Vous pourrez aussi profiter des saveurs locales en visitant son marché typique.

Boissons à bord du catamaran

Ville de Saint Pierre en Martinique

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Plage du Carbet

Retour à bord du bateau pour un mouillage le long de la plage du Carbet. Pause baignade pour ceux qui le souhaitent. Déjeuner créole qui sera préparé et servi à bord du catamaran par notre hôtesse cuisinière.

La montagne pelée

Repas à bord du bateau

Fond Boucher

Cabotage le long de la côte et arrivée à Fond Boucher, pour baignade et découverte des fonds marins. Munis de vos masques et de tubas vous pourrez apprécier la beauté des fonds coralliens ainsi que la richesse de la faune et de la flore du Nord-Caraïbe. Une collation vous sera servie après la baignade.

Baignade à coté du catamaran

Nager avec les poissons

Bronzer sur le bateau

Retour : Marina des Trois-Îlets

Le retour au port se fait dans une ambiance décontractée,

Retour vers 17h00 à la marina de la pointe du Bout aux Trois Ilets.

*Attention on ne peut garantir la venue des dauphins même s'ils sont présents à 95% des sorties. Notre équipage professionnel est formé pour une observation responsable des mammifères marins

Demi-journée à la rencontre des dauphins*

Dauphin Martinique

Dauphins qui nagent en Martinique

Nager avec les dauphins

Voir les dauphins en Martinique

08:00-12h30 - Tarif adulte/55€** – Tarif enfant de 3 à 12 ans/39€** – Tarif de 0 à 3 ans/10€

Excursion conseillée pour toute la famille

Collations & Boissons *

** tarif applicable uniquement pour les réservations effectuées par internet

Notre équipage professionnel et spécialement formé pour une observation responsable des dauphins*, vous donnera ces explications sur les différentes espèces observées.

Les dauphins* étant en milieu naturel ne sont pas garantis mais présents dans 95% de nos sorties

Toucher les dauphins

Excursion en catamaran pour voir les dauphins

excursion en catamaran

Baignade dans une anse abritée et calme

Puis vous profiterez d’un arrêt baignade** dans une anse abritée et calme. Munissez vous de vos masques et tubas pour admirer les magnifiques fonds coralliens (accessible à tous) La baignade se fait en toute sécurité. Tout le matériel nécessaire à votre sécurité et à votre confort dans l’eau, est à votre disposition à bord du bateau. Durant toute la demi journée les boissons vont seront proposées en open bar. Une collation vous serez également servie au cours de l’excursion.

L’alcool est dangereux pour la santé, à consommer avec modération.

sortie en Mer

Baignade en Mer

Bateau en Martinique

Retour à 12:30

Retour vers 12h30 à la marina de la pointe du Bout aux Trois Ilets.

** Si le temps consacré à la recherche des dauphins est plus long que d'habitude, nous pourrons être amené à supprimer la pause baignade ,  l'observation des dauphins étant la priorité pour cette demi journée

Demi-journée sud Caraïbes, les petites anses

Excursion sud de la Martinique

Arrêt baignade à l'Anse noire

La grotte aux chauves souris

Navigation en Martinique

Départ Marina des Trois Ilets / Marina des Trois Ilets 

13h30-17h30 - Tarif adulte/50€** – Tarif enfant de 3 à 12 ans/35€** – Tarif de 0 à 3 ans/10€

Vous partirez, toutes voiles dehors, vers le sud caraïbe et ses petits villages de pêcheurs. Vous pourrez admirer les magnifiques anses bordées de cocotiers : Anse Dufour, Anse noire et son sable couleur ébène, grande anse d’Arlet, et petite anse.

Voir les Tortues en Martinique

Excursion Tortue

Demi journée en Mer

Plusieurs arrêts baignade dans une eau chaude et transparente

Plusieurs arrêts baignade dans une eau chaude et transparente vous seront proposés pour vous permettre de découvrir les fonds marins et leur faune multicolore. Si vous êtes patients peut être aurez vous la chance d’observer une tortue. Si vous êtes patients peut être aurez vous la chance d’observer une tortue, munis de vos masques et tubas. Le matériel vous permettant de vous baigner en toute confiance et en toute sécurité ( frites flottantes et gilets) vous sera fourni.

Vous bénéficierez d’un open bar* durant toute la durée de l’excursion ainsi que d’une collation. L’alcool est dangereux pour la santé et à consommer avec modération.

Retour à 17h30

Retour vers17h00 à la marina de la pointe du Bout aux Trois Ilets.

Attention on ne peut garantir la venue des Tortues. Notre équipage professionnel est formé pour une observation responsable des mammifères marins

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Embarquez pour une journée ou une soirée de rêve sur l'un de nos superbe catamaran à voile,

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Goûtez aux joies de la navigation sur la mer des caraïbes en toutes sécurité, notre équipage professionnel vous accompagne pour une mini croisière sur mesure, anniversaire, comité d'entreprise, enterrement de vie de célibataire, mariage etc ...

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Catamaran accessible aux personnes à mobilité réduite

Notre nouveau catamaran , Soley mambo, zéro émission de CO2 et 100% électrique est prêt à vous accueillir pour des excursions écoresponsables. Il est tout particulièrement adapté pour l'observation des dauphins et les journées privatisées . 

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A day our on a Catamaran in Martinique : an unforgettable sea excursion

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If you are looking for a unique holiday experience, consider taking a boat excursion in the Caribbean. A cruise on a catamaran is the ideal way to explore the magnificent coats of Martinique. Our competent and friendly crew will take you to some spots that are the most isolated on the island, so you can enjoy a swim, snorkeling, and sunbathing in paradise.

With our all-included plans, you will have all you need to have a relaxing and unforgettable day of your holidays. We provide delicious meals, refreshing drinks, and many fun activities for everyone on board. So, come join us for a cruise in a catamaran in Martinique- we promise you won’t regret it!

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Why choose martinique for a sea trip .

There are many reasons to choose Martinique for your vacation. The island has a rich history and culture, beautiful beaches and scenery, and is a great place to relax and enjoy the Caribbean atmosphere. Martinique is also the ideal starting point for visiting neighboring islands. It’s easy to get from Martinique to Guadeloupe or Dominica, and it’s even possible to visit St. Lucia on a day trip by boat.

The island of Martinique is known for its beautiful beaches and lush landscapes, but there is much more to explore below the surface. The island is home to a wide variety of aquatic life, from colorful fish to playful dolphins. If you want to explore the natural wonders of Martinique’s waters, there are many ways to do so. Discover Martinique in a different way: take a catamaran cruise, go snorkeling or scuba diving, or just relax on the beach and enjoy the view.

Which boat to choose for a sea trip in Martinique?

There are many boats to choose from for your Martinique sailing trip, including catamarans, sailboats and motorboats. When choosing a boat for a sea trip, time constraints and travel plans must be taken into account. Some boats make it easy to explore several ports of call at once, while others allow you to spend days at sea or stop at quiet coves and beaches out of sight.

Catamarans are two-hulled boats that are stable and fast, making them ideal for crossing open waters. They also have a smoother ride on the waves and on the water. The best part is that you don’t need an experienced captain; all you have to do is sit back and relax while your local skipper takes you around the north or south coast of Martinique, showing you the secrets of the flower island as you go.

If you are traveling in large numbers, catamarans offer the most space. The choice of your catamaran will depend on the number of people to invite. Count up to 15 people maximum for a half-day, a day or a weekend catamaran cruise in Martinique.

Sailboats depend on wind power to move through the water, while motorboats use gasoline engines. On sailboats, you’ll find more amenities and comfort than a motorboat. If you plan to take a lot of gear with you, or if you like to fish or snorkel during your trip, this type of boat might be your best option. Sailing is a great way to explore and access many places.

Motorboats, on the other hand, offer less seating. Sometimes only three to four seats are available. Once again, it all depends on the size of the boat and its capacity.

What characterizes a catamaran?

A catamaran is a multihull boat generally composed of two hulls connected by a frame. Catamarans can be simple and cheap or very sophisticated and expensive. It all depends on the budget you wish to allocate to your stay in Martinique aboard a catamaran.

Some people simply call all multihulls “catamarans”. This is technically incorrect, but it may be easier than trying to explain that there are different types of catamarans. Catamaran is a term that refers to the specific style of catamaran. Built for use in the world of water sports (catamaran racing), it is a boat designed to be fast and efficient. The first catamarans were built in wood, but today they are generally built in fiberglass or other composite materials, ideal for a catamaran ride.

The construction of a catamaran usually consists of an inflexible skeleton to which are attached outer “shells” (or skins) of plywood or fiberglass. Catamarans usually have more than one hull, with the number of hulls ranging from two to eight. A narrower catamaran can offer better performance than a single-hull boat, but at the expense of stability.

A monohull is less stable than a catamaran because it has only one hull on the water. Monohulls are built to go in a straight line as fast as possible, and they do it very well. However, they spend most of their time on the water with only one hull out of the water – which is not good for performance or stability. This is essentially why catamarans perform better than monohulls.

The "Pelagia" catamaran

Build at la Rochelle in the building site of Nautitech, PELAGIA es a cruising habitable catamaran of 62′ (circa 19m) ideal for navigating in the warm waters of the Caribbean with a shaded exterior area. Its design was created to carry around 28 passengers and 2 crew members per day for coastal navigation. The catamaran is equipped with 4 cabins and 4 bathrooms.

Its performance under sail will allow you to travel fast and in comfort, to enjoy the program of activities. PELAGIA is also very pleasant due to its deck layout, sunbathing area, and its “trampoline” in the front of the boat. It has a large cockpit very well protected from the sun, the rain, and the ocean spray, with a great “lounge spirit” salon with a sofa, and background music. PELAGIA hosts around its table all passengers on board for unforgettable moments. It allows you to discover, in a day, the universe of a trip on a boat. It can be hired privately according to your needs.

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Martinique catamaran tour!

• Le Marin Port
• Catamaran 13.61m
• 10 passengers max
• Rest cruise
• Recommended for families
• Not included
• Accommodation aboard the yacht
• Supervision by a professional skipper
• Cleaning service
• Motorised dinghy
• Snorkeling equipment
• Fishing equipment
• Transport to and from the destination
• Hostling service (cook)
• Meals & Drinks
• Harbour / Mooring taxes
• Facultatives restaurants or activities

For the onboard cash box (food, drinks, diesel), count about 30€/day/person. The races are managed by you. The skipper advises you to do your races by Drive delivered on the boat. He knows very well the local providers for fresh fish, lobsters... The hostess option is available for 100€/day. The deposit is 1 000€ to be deposited on the spot.

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Your cruise

Embark with Alain to discover all that Martinique has to offer! Your pro skipper welcomes you on board to make you make the most of his island, which he knows like the back of his hand! You set sail for a Tour of Martinique, which will allow you to discover the island in a different way. In a week's cruise, you can also visit Saint Lucia if you feel like it!

Your possible stops during this cruise

Your programme is based around 6 or 7 stopovers; the most famous points of the island, such as the Saltworks, but also the secret corners and creeks that Alain is among the only ones to show you The catamaran is the best way to discover the island, it gives you the freedom to reach remote creeks and almost deserted beaches! Your skipper plans a smooth sailing for this cruise. Most of the time, you sail for two hours between stops. The morning is dedicated to visiting a specific place ashore, or for a stroll. In the afternoon, life takes its course on the catamaran, with of course time for swimming! You can also plan activities such as Kitesurfing, diving with a club or Kayaking in the mangrove. Your skipper will adapt to your desires and help you plan the cruise that suits you. Below we give you an idea of what your day-to-day programme could be. This one is modifiable, other stages or anchorages are possible according to your desires. DAY 1 : Departure from the Marina du Marin and direction the bay of Cap Chevalier (aquatic activities: snorkeling, kayaking ). DAY 2 : Sailing to Cap chevalier and direction l'Ilet Madame au Robert (visit of the islet and snorkeling). DAY 3 : Morning at Le Robert and heading to La Trinité (snorkeling, kayaking). DAY 4 : Destination St Pierre for a hike to Grand rivière Prêcheur then trolling. DAY 5 : Hoist the sails to St Pierre and Fort de France (sailing with dolphins, land visits and snorkeling). DAY 6 : Sail to Trois ilets and Anses d'Arlets (snorkeling, turtles, fish). DAY 7 : Discovery of Anses-d'Arlets and Ste Anne (visit of the Diamond Rock, snorkeling, restaurants). DAY 8 : Morning in Ste Anne and return to the base of Le Marin. NB : you will have the possibility to visit museums, rum distilleries and to practice various sports activities according to your desires.

The skipper

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Set sail for the West Indies with Alain, your professional skipper, in his superb luxury catamaran form Martinique to the Grenadines: Saint Lucie, Bequia, Canouan and the Tobago Cays. For further info on Martinique click here . For 30 years, Alain has been sailing the warm waters of the Martinique far from urban civilization and the chaos of the city. After working in France for several years, he decided to return home and bought his first sailboat then a second, then a third and finally created his own business. He knows the West Indies, Caribbean culture and local traditions like the back of his hand and will be delighted to share his knowledge. He loves the sea, he loves his catamaran and he loves meeting new people and travelling wherever winds may blow and wherever people may feel like going. Alain will take you places and get your there safe and sound.

Far from civilization and the city din, life is at its most beautiful. In other words, Life is better on the ocean

LAGOON 440 - 13.61 meters

Catamaran with 4 cabins with double beds.

• 4 double cabins
• 2 single cabins
• 4 bathrooms

If cabins are occupied, the skipper sleeps in the middle

Passengers manage cooking but an hostess is available, on request

I manage the supply before departure ot passengers can do it, they choose.

• Places of embarkation: Le Marin Port
• Boarding time: 16h / 4PM
• Time of landing: 9H / 9AM

To get to the port of Le Marin, book a flight to Fort-de-France. The skipper will then book a taxi to take you to the port of Le Marin.

Excellent cruise, very well balanced between navigation and walks in the islands. The itinerary: Martinique, Marie Galante, Guadeloupe, Les Saintes, Dominica is well suited for an eight-day cruise. Each island was the occasion for visits, on foot, by car or scooter, sometimes punctuated by small restaurants and swimming in the creeks. Life on board was organised spontaneously, with a family crew already used to cruises in the islands

Thanks to his knowledge of the sea and the islands, Alain was able to perfectly organize the cruise taking into account the wishes of the entire crew. It is present, while leaving a great deal of freedom of life on board. He was of good advice on the choice of itineraries and stopovers. He knows the right anchorages and the sites to avoid. He knew how to find the right places to discover coral fish, sea turtles and even... wild parrots. The best part: Alain is an excellent fisherman and knows how to prepare and cook the fish brought on board. Come on, a little downside: despite his efforts, he didn't succeed in finding the whales. Come on, it's okay Alain, we'll try again next time.

A cruise that we had organized on the occasion of our semi-retirement with our three sons with the idea that this would be a significant moment in our family life for each of us. Target fully achieved. Three memories among others: the kindness and courage of the people of Dominica who were sorely tested by the last cyclone, Jacqueline's table and welcome to Marie Galante, the flight of wild parrots in the deep forest, on the heights of Marie Galante, drowned in tropical rain

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SOUTH OF MARTINIQUE TOUR

Diamond rock and turtles, our south of martinique tour, diamond rock and turtles in maxi catamaran.

- Boarding at 9:00 am from the Carayou hotel located at Pointe du Bout (Trois-Îlets)

- Navigation towards the Diamant then tour of the rock with historical explanations

- Then enjoy free time in Anses-d'Arlet for a walk in this typical fishing village

- Swimming in its crystal clear waters

- Return to the boat for a Creole aperitif (unlimited cocktails all day)

- Creole lunch served on board

- In the afternoon, navigation to Grande Anse for a swim with the turtles

- Departure to the black sand beach Anse Noire and the bat cave

- Hoisting the sail for navigation to the bay of Fort de France

- Return scheduled at 5:00 p.m . at the Hotel Carayou

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THE DIAMOND ROCK

A must-see for every visitor in Martinique !

ANSES D'ARLET VILLAGE

An historic fishing village you would not want to miss !

SWIMMING, DRINKS AND LUNCH ON BOARD

One of the best moment of the day to enjoy without moderation !

NAVIGATION AND SWIMMING WITH TURTLES

We set sail for the magnificent beach of Grande Anse for a memorable swimming session with turtles !

BACK TO THE PORT

An orange sky and magical sunset for your return to the land !

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3. Sailing Discovery Day Tour in Martinique

4. Mangrove Guided Tour

5. Dolphin's Watching Martinique

6. Day Trip by Boat from Le Robert

7. Captainmanou water excursions

8. Private luxury catamaran day tour to Anse Mitan and Anse d'Arlet

9. Day trip at sea to Fonds Blancs Martinique

10. Sea trip and observation of cetaceans, dolphins in small groups

11. Half-day boat trip from Le Robert

12. Half day Private tour South Martinique (Coral beds & Turtles)

13. Romantic Sunset in Martinique by Boat

14. White Background Boat Tour

15. Private Full-Day Catamaran Martinique Trip

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Things to do in Martinique – Cruise Ship Travel Guide

Posted on Published: April 21, 2018  - Last updated: June 20, 2019

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Here’s our favourite way to explore Martinique for the day.

When you only have a day to visit a new place, such as when you’re travelling from a cruise ship, you’ve got to make the most of your time. There are so many things to do in Martinique that it’s impossible to see everything in eight hours. Justin and I booked a cruise ship excursion in Martinique – a catamaran sailing tour that combined a sailing trip, snorkeling, discovering a small town, and exploring a secret cave by boat. Yes, we did all of this in about four hours!

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Martinique is a charming and spectacular destination that left us wanting more.

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VIDEO OF MARTINIQUE

Watch how we spent an incredible day in our Martinique travel video!

CATAMARAN SAILING TRIP

We purchased our sailing tickets through our cruise ship, the MSC Divina . The tour started in the morning, just after the ship reached the port in Martinique. We boarded a catamaran and followed the perimeter of the island, drifting through the Caribbean Sea.

Our captain was an interesting fellow. He spoke perfectly good English, which was great as Martinique is a predominantly French speaking island. But, most of the time, he chose not to speak any sort of language at all. Instead, a series of loud chortles and chirps came out of his mouth that sounded like a mixture of a bird and a dinosaur.

It was also incredibly loud. I have no idea how he was able to physically create sounds at that volume. However, every time he made one of these sounds, one of us would jump a little in our seat. Justin and I laughed so much over this. The captain cawed at the crew on passing boats, fellow crew members, and the passengers of our boat, too. It was equally shocking and hilarious.

We met some friends on this excursion – a lovely Australian couple who we ended up joining for dinner back on the ship a few times. While it was a little bit difficult to meet people on this cruise, it was great to meet such a nice couple with similar interests. We have no problem making friends with people of all ages, but for some reason, this cruise didn’t seem like it was conducive to meeting others and making new friends as easily as usual.

At the same time, there was a terribly annoying woman on our catamaran sailing who became obsessed with the fact that Justin and I weren’t married. Somehow in her mind, it wasn’t good enough that we live together, work together, have a blog together, have cats together, and have a life together. She kept asking personal questions over and over again, as though she was trying to somehow convince me to leave Justin because he hadn’t popped the question. The lady even yelled across the water at us while we were snorkeling!

If this lady somehow happens to stumble across this blog, please don’t try to play therapist with strangers who are happy in their relationship. It just makes things awkward and strange.

Our catamaran sailing involved getting to know our fellow passengers through the conversations we made (both the good and the bad), and taking in the beautiful scenery all around us. Like many other islands in the Caribbean, Martinique is a lush, green, mountainous island. It’s located between Dominica and St. Lucia.

Martinique has beautiful beaches, rainforests, and brilliant areas to hike. It still has an active volcano, but it has remained quiet for quite some time. Mount Pelee last erupted in 1902, killing 30,000 people and wiping out the entire town of Saint Pierre. Don’t worry, geologists keep a close watch on it. If you’re staying in Martinique for longer than a few hours, you can embark on a hiking trip to the top of Mount Pelee.

Martinique is part of the French Republic and accepts Euros as its currency.

SNORKELING IN MARTINIQUE

After about an hour, our catamaran stopped at the edge of Petite Anse Martinique (Les Anses-d’Arlet), a small coastal town. There was a good amount of coral here with lots of tropical fish. Justin and I donned our snorkeling equipment, included in our excursion, and plunged into the water.

There were many varieties of fish in the water. It wasn’t the best snorkeling I’d ever witnessed, but it certainly wasn’t the worst. Snorkeling in Martinique was a great way to spend the morning as I adore poking my head underwater to take a look at sea creatures and plants.

During our snorkeling trip, we also had the option to take a dingy to land in order to explore the town. After we had snorkeled for about a half hour, we decided to check out Petite Anse Martinique. However, it had just started to rain. I think that I’m a really stubborn person and wanted to check out the town, no matter what.

As you can see in the video posted above, this was perhaps not the best idea in the world. It wasn’t just raining a little bit – it was a massive downpour. We ended up running from the dock to a tiny roofed building to hide from the rain. It was too intense to walk around and do anything there.

Finally, the rain let up, but it was too late. We had to head back to the catamaran. We walked up and down one street before calling it a day.

I really wish we had more time there. An hour simply isn’t enough to snorkel and explore a small town. I’d love to see this portion of the excursion expanded to at least two hours. I suppose we’ll just have to return someday!

Naturally, right before we were set to go back to the catamaran, the skies cleared and the sun started to shine again.

A SECRET CAVE

Sailing back towards the boat, we made a surprise stop that was quite possibly my favourite part of the excursion. Our boat slowed down and came to a stop right beside a tall, rocky cliff. The cliff edges split apart to reveal a narrow cave. The sea water here was the most vibrant shade of turquoise.

As the opening was very narrow, we boarded the smaller dingy, eight people at a time, to explore the cave.

Slowly, we rode the boat into the cave and heard high-pitched squeaky noises. Hundreds upon hundreds of bats lined the top of the cave walls. Don’t worry, they were too high up and couldn’t care less that we were there. Even if you’re afraid of bats, they didn’t leave the walls or come close to our boat at all.

It was such a sight to behold. The vivid, turquoise waters paired with the extremely high cliff walls was something unique and unexpected.

We saw a couple of other boats approach the cave, but they all had to watch from afar as none of them had smaller boats to fit inside the cave. Only our tour guides were prepared, and we were so grateful for this.

A RELAXING SAILING TRIP

For the rest of the tour, we simply relaxed on the boat and enjoyed the ride. We lounged in the sunshine and gently floated with the waves. It was the perfect end to our journey. Out of all the things to do in Martinique, we highly recommend that you spend your day at sea.

While we didn’t know the name of the tour company when we booked the excursion (we booked it through the cruise ship), the tour company is called Diamond Rock . We highly recommend that you book a catamaran tour of Martinique with them, whether it’s an excursion through the ship or on your own. We thoroughly enjoyed this experience and wouldn’t have wanted to spend our day any other way.

THE REST OF OUR DAY

While we could have used the rest of our afternoon to grab a quick bite to eat and explore the port area, there was a special showing of a film on our cruise ship that we didn’t want to miss. Next time, I’d like to wander around the port or perhaps grab a coffee or a bite to eat in town.

The view of Fort de France from our cruise ship, however, was stunning.

OTHER THINGS TO DO IN MARTINIQUE

Looking for other things to do in Martinique? Here are a few more things to do in Martinique that we’d like to check out when we return:

• Go hiking. There are dozens of trails in Martinique to explore with spectacular mountains, intriguing rainforests, and amazing scenic views.
• Lounge on the beach. Martinique is home to white sandy beaches, as well as a black sand beach.
• Taste the local rum. There are several rum distilleries on the island, and it would be fun to sample them.

Interested in seeing more photos? Check out our travel photo album of Martinique ! You can also purchase photos, canvas prints, and housewares made from any of our photos .

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Have you ever visited Martinique? What’s your favourite thing to do there?

Lauren is the full-time travel blogger and content creator behind Justin Plus Lauren. She started Justin Plus Lauren in 2013 and has travelled to 50+ countries around the world. Lauren is an expert on vegan travel as one of the very first vegan travel bloggers. She also focuses on outdoor adventure travel, eco and sustainable travel, and creating amazing travel itineraries for cities and small towns.

Kate Lubinski

Tuesday 28th of August 2018

I really enjoyed reading this article, it seems like Martinique is absolutely amazing! I bet the rum has so much flavour. Thanks for sharing this article, I've bookmarked it for future travel plans.

Evan Kristine

Friday 27th of April 2018

I would like to try snorkeling in Martinique to see different kinds of fishes and also I'd like to try other water activities. I want to witness the beauty of the small secret cave also. I would really love to try them all someday. Thank you for sharing this post.

Punita Malhotra

Thursday 26th of April 2018

Martinique seems so pretty and the views are stunning. You even found a secret cave! It seems like you had a perfect day, except for the meddlesome lady on the boat.

Wednesday 25th of April 2018

That's so weird about the lady who wanted to comment on your relationship status! Some people are strange and just don't understand and respect boundaries. There are some old-fashioned people in this world who feel it's their duty to point out what they think is wrong. But the cat cruise otherwise sounds amazing! Sorry the snorkelling wasn't as fabulous as you'd hoped, but just getting into that beautiful water would have been perfect for me. The township looked cute, even with the rain.

Tuesday 24th of April 2018

Beautiful! But what are those yellow things on the water at the secret cave? Autumn Leaves? Caribbean Islands never fail.