Getting around by boat and ferry Guadeloupe

Les Saintes Multiservices offers various services to boats anchored in the bay: cybercafé, computer services, mooring buoy request, clearances, weather report, laundry service, cleaning, garbage collection, drinking water terminal, waste collection, mail reception, mechanics... Any vessel entering the anchorage areas to make a stopover is required, upon arrival, to fill in the anchorage request form.

The company has two boats: Archipel 1 (287 seats) making two daily rotations for La Désirade (45 min crossing) and the Saint-Germain (157 seats) in daily connection with Les Saintes and Marie-Galante (between 45 min and 1h30 crossing). It is possible to travel with a bicycle, a scooter and animals by informing the company in advance. It is preferable to check the timetable of the crossings announced as this information is subject to weather conditions. A consultant is available by phone every day.

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 seats 190 inside and 70 outside. The crossing from Marie-Galante takes 45 minutes, and from Les Saintes about 1h30 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.

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.

CTM Deher has been operating services to Les Saintes for over 50 years. The company's fleet comprises 4 launches : Antoinette (181 seats), Miss Karaibes (130 seats), Miss des îles (180 seats) and, since the end of 2023, Miss Outre-mer (316 seats). Several daily crossings are operated 7 days a week. Rotations may vary according to weather conditions. Allow around 20 minutes for the crossing (or a little more when the shuttle stops in Terre-de-Bas). You can book online on the website (special rate if booked in advance).

Allow around 45 minutes for the crossing aboardArchipel 1, a comfortable 287-passenger boat with a 120-passenger open deck. This makes the crossing much less hectic. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before departure. Reservations can be made by VAD or online. Departures from Saint-François are 2 times a day, as a general rule, and every day. But please check with the ticket office, as this information is subject to change depending on the weather.

The company offers rotations to the islets of Terre-de-Haut and Terre-de-Bas. Their best rates are announced on their website with flash sales depending on the period. Fares are higher if you buy last minute at the sales counter. Check the schedules the day before departure because they are subject to change without notice depending on weather conditions or holidays. Allow about 20 minutes for the trip (or a little more if the boat stops first in Terre-de-Bas).

The Val Ferry company offers all year round rotations to Les Saintes to discover or rediscover the islets of Terre-de-Haut and Terre-de-Bas for a day or a longer stay. Their best rates are announced on their website. Rates 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. Departure from Pointe-à-Pitre or Trois-Rivières.

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.

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.

The marina (the only yachting marina in Basse-Terre) has a capacity of 340 berths, with pontoons for boats up to 25 m/54 ft with secure access gates. Following the passage of storm Fiona in September 2022, the marina is awaiting work and is not operating at full capacity. Available: electricity, water, fuel, wifi, CCTV, sewage pump, Shipchandler. Nearby stores (grocery, laundromat, etc.), accommodation, restaurants, post office, cash dispenser, Rivière Sens beach...

The company's ships operate regular rotations between the islands of Guadeloupe, Marie-Galante, Les Saintes and Dominica from the Pointe-à-Pitre ferry terminal. It also provides rotations for the island of Les Saintes from the town of Trois-Rivières located on Basse Terre. The 2-island pass gives access to a return trip to Les Saintes and Marie-Galante, an ideal formula to discover the archipelago. Schedules and rates are indicated on their website. However, check the schedules because they are subject to change.

This is the very first shipping company to operate between Trois-Rivières, Terre-de-Haut and Terre-de-Bas. Its aim is to increase and facilitate travel between mainland Guadeloupe and the Saintes archipelago, as well as between Terre-de-Haut and Terre-de-Bas. You'll board a 90-seater monohull, equipped with a main deck allowing you to sit either inside or outside. First departure from Trois-Rivières at 8 a.m., last departure at 5:25 p.m. on weekdays and 6:15 p.m. on Sundays. Crossing time: 25 min.

This is the very first shipping company to operate between Trois-Rivières, Terre-de-Haut and Terre-de-Bas. Its aim is to increase and facilitate travel between mainland Guadeloupe and the Saintes archipelago, as well as between Terre-de-Haut and Terre-de-Bas. You'll board a 90-seater monohull, equipped with a main deck allowing you to sit either inside or outside. First departure from Trois-Rivières at 8 a.m., last departure at 5:25 p.m. on weekdays and 6:15 p.m. on Sundays. Crossing time: 25 min.

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.

CTM Deher has been operating services to Les Saintes for over 50 years. The company's fleet comprises 4 launches : Antoinette (181 seats), Miss Karaibes (130 seats), Miss des îles (180 seats) and, since the end of 2023, Miss Outre-mer (316 seats). Several daily crossings are operated 7 days a week. Rotations may vary according to weather conditions. Allow around 20 minutes for the crossing (or a little more when the shuttle stops in Terre-de-Bas). You can book online on the website (special rate if booked in advance).

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.

Website specialized in navigation in the Caribbean with a wide choice of boats, from 30 feet to 50 feet catamaran and the possibility of renting sailboats, with or without skippeur.

Between Pointe-à-Pitre and Gosier, this marina welcomes pleasure boats and large yachts, sailboats and motors. It has 1,100 berths at the quay and on buoys with a draught of 4.50 m for boats up to 50 m long. The pontoons are closed with access reserved for users by magnetic card. All the docks, equipped with water and electricity, sanitary facilities, are secured by video surveillance. Special terminals are reserved for American standard boats.