Means of transport Marie-Galante

Since 1982, L'Express des Iles has carried over 20 million passengers, and will carry around 700,000 in 2023. With a fleet of 3 high-speed ships equipped with air-conditioned lounges and open upper decks, this shipping company provides regular, reliable transport between Guadeloupe, Marie-Galante, Les Saintes, Dominica, Martinique and Saint Lucia. Book online to take advantage of the best offers available. The ships are accessible to people with reduced mobility and wheelchairs.

Beware, there are no ticket packages in Saint-Louis, you buy your ticket on board before boarding. Schedules and days are variable. We advise you to check with the agency. As an indication, the departure of Saint-François for the Marie-Galante is usually at 7 pm. Departure of Marie-Galante for the Saints at. Return from the Holy to Marie-Galante at 15 am. Return from Marie-Galante to Saint-François at 16 am.

Saturday only, reverse rotation aboard the Iguana Sun: departure from Sainte-Anne for the Saints at 7 pm only in the high season. Return from the Holy to Sainte-Anne at 16 am.

At the beginning of Saint-François, many catamarans offer weekly packages to discover the island.

The Iguana Beach operates between the islands of Marie-Galante, Les Saintes and Saint-François, in season only (from the All Saints' vacation period to June, and from mid-July to the end of August). The catamaran has 190 berths, including 70 outside. The crossing from Marie-Galante takes 45 minutes, and about 1h30 from Les Saintes to reach Saint-François. Schedules and days of rotation to be consulted on the website by telephone, as they are subject to change according to season and weather. Passengers must arrive 30 minutes before departure.

The company Val Ferry offers rotations to Marie Galante, the Saintes, Dominica and Martinique from Pointe-à-Pitre or Trois-Rivières (for the Saintes). Their best rates are advertised on the website (limited number of seats) with attractive flash sales. Fares are higher for last minute purchases at the sales counter. Be sure to check the schedules the day before departure because they are subject to change without notice depending on weather conditions or holidays. Hotel + boat packages are available.

Count 50 minutes of crossing to reach the island of Marie-Galante. The company also makes the rotation to Les Saintes in 1h55. The arrival to Marie-Galante is done in Saint-Louis. For the boarding, it is necessary to be present at least 15 minutes before the departure. It is possible to book by credit card by VAD. It is preferable to check the timetables of the crossings announced because this information is subject to modification according to the climatic hazards. A consultant is available by phone from 7am to 5:30pm every day.