Super équipe pleins de convivialité super repas et super ambiance encore merci
The experience
Come aboard this magnificent, newly refurbished 11-metre catamaran with a crew of two (skipper and cook). With just 12 passengers, you’ll enjoy plenty of space spread over two decks, featuring shaded areas and breathtaking views of Caret Islet and the Fajou Islet nature reserve (one of the few boats authorised to visit the area). Snorkelling on the coral reef, 5-star dining. Guaranteed fun for the whole family.
Departure is from Gosier Marina at 8.00 am (meet at 7.45 am). You’ll travel up the Salée River to reach the Grand Cul de Sac Marin lagoon. You’ll then discover the mangrove and its complex ecosystem. Passing by Îlet Fajou (a nature reserve). First stop at Îlet Caret for a swim, a tiny patch of white sand. Appearing out of nowhere as a result of the combined effects of decomposing dead coral, ocean currents, tectonic movements and the action of the wind and sea… this islet is destined to disappear… So it’s definitely worth a visit! Around midday, we’ll stop off near Caret Islet for a swim. You’ll be offered Ti-Punch, homemade Planteur and fruit juices. Then, your exploration of the Grand Cul de Sac Marin will continue with a stop near Fajou Islet, where you’ll enjoy a meal of fish and chicken cooked on the spot. Your lunch will be served in the shade of the awning on the boat by your crew. It will be accompanied by raw vegetables and rice, with fresh seasonal fruit for dessert. The afternoon is set aside for swimming, observing the local flora and fauna, and simply relaxing… You’ll be able to appreciate the full richness of the biodiversity, with countless species of tropical fish, turtles (occasionally), rays, starfish… Return to Gosier to the rhythm of Caribbean music, scheduled for around 5 pm.
Typical itinerary for the day:
- 07:45Meet at the Bas du Fort marina in Gosier
- 08:00Departure
- Journey up the salt river
- Arrival at Îlet Caret for a swim
- Swimming and dining on board the boat in the shade of its awning near Fajou Islet
- Exploring the coral reef and swimming
- Back to Gosier
ICIGO Sea Index (Grand Cul-de-sac Marin)
Sea forecasts and conditions — we track marine weather to guide travellers towards the best time slots.
| Day | Swell | Wind | Reco. | Temp. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 30 Oct | 0.9 m | 11 km/h | Ideal | 30° |
| Sat 31 Oct | 0.8 m | 11 km/h | Ideal | 29° |
| Sun 1 Nov | 0.9 m | 12 km/h | Ideal | 30° |
| Mon 2 Nov | 1.0 m | 14 km/h | Ideal | 29° |
| Tue 3 Nov | 0.9 m | 13 km/h | Ideal | 30° |
Confirmed based on the day's weather · trip confirmed based on sea conditions.
Included
- Unlimited drinks, chilled wine and ti-punch
- Chicken and fish meal on board, in the shade of the awning
- Personalised service from your crew
To bring
- Sun protection
- Cap, hat
- Camera, video camera
- sunglasses
- Fins, mask and snorkel
What travellers say
294 reviews for Caret Islet and Fajou Islet by motor catamaran
Super expérience, une journée merveilleuse a bord avec beaucoup d'explications sur la faune et la flore marine de ce petit paradis. Une ambiance pleine de bienveillance et un accueil chaleureux. Merci beaucoup pour cette excursion
Le personnel de l’équipage était très gentil et l’activité était très bien organisée
Nous sommes rentrés ma compagne et moi, d'une superbe journée dans le grand cul de sac marin. Les deux marins ou peut-être devrais dire "marines", la capitaine Florence et son équipière Amandine ont rendu notre dernière journée de vacances en Guadeloupe, inoubliable. Les explications été instructives et distrayantes. Le repas du midi préparé avec soin par Amandine et pris à bord dans le superbe cadre de l'îlet Fajou précédé du rituel ti-punch après une mise en bouche de planteur (le tout avec modération, bien évidemment, la preuve c'est que je peux écrire ce soir à l'hôtel Merci encore et en conclusion : Que du bonheur !!!!
Departure point
GosierImportant conditions
Your request is sent to our team, who checks availability for the trip. No payment is required at this stage.
Moins de 48 heures avant le début de l'activité : non remboursable.
The Grand Cul-de-Sac Marin is a protected area. No collection of specimens is permitted; in particular, you must avoid touching the corals and respect the environment in general
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