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Snorkeling Guadeloupe Sainte-Rose: Mangrove, lagoon, reefA guided snorkeling tour from Sainte-Rose that navigates Guadeloupe's Grand Cul-de-Sac Marin lagoon, a 15,000-hectare mangrove reserve where the water shifts from turquoise to deep indigo. You'll paddle up the Mosquito River into a quiet bird sanctuary, pause to spot sea creatures like sea urchins and holothurians on the shallow banks, then snorkel the coral reef where parrotfish and blue surgeonfish shelter in brain corals and gorgones. The tour ends on Ilet Blanc with a homemade planteur rum drink. Guides are passionate about Guadeloupe and speak French; children from age 1 are welcome.Is it for me?The boat moves at an easy pace through calm water and shallow channels, so the morning suits families with young children and anyone who prefers to float and observe rather than hike or swim hard. The snorkeling happens in protected reef water where you can stand, and the guide handles the navigation—you're not paddling or navigating yourself.
Basse-Terre Mangrove Boat Tour: 7 Stops & 4 Snorkel SwimsYou board a small boat at Sainte Rose and move through seven marked stops across the Cul de Sac Marin, swimming and snorkeling at four of them — in a shipwreck, around starfish, in a natural pool, and inside the mangrove forest itself. Equipment, juice and a local punch are included. The boat runs twice daily with immediate online confirmation.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the mangrove lagoon without a guide who's rushing through — the small-group format and seven-stop structure mean you actually spend time at each ecosystem instead of just passing through.
Grand Cul de Sac Marin boat trip: Mangroves, snorkeling, lagoonA 4-hour boat trip through the Grand Cul de Sac Marin lagoon on Basse-Terre Island takes you past mangroves and white-sand islands, with stops to snorkel over a wreck and starfish and swim in shallow turquoise water. Your French-speaking captain shares local history and traditions throughout. Mask and snorkel are included; the meeting point is about an hour from Pointe à Pitre cruise terminal, so cruise passengers should confirm ship schedules before booking.Is it for me?Book this tour if you are staying on Basse-Terre Island or have transport arranged to the meeting point; cruise passengers arriving at Pointe à Pitre should confirm their ship's schedule and allow time to reach the departure point, roughly an hour away.
Guadeloupe: Lagoon Day Cruise with BBQ & Snorkeling StopsYou’ll cruise Guadeloupe’s Grand-Cul-de-Sac-Marin lagoon with a local skipper, stopping to swim at Caret Islet and snorkel coral reefs and a shipwreck. Enjoy an onboard barbecue lunch with fresh fish or chicken near Îlet la Biche, drinks included. Expect laughter, sun-warmed pineapple, and moments of quiet you might remember longer than you think.
Les Saintes Sailing & Snorkeling: Small Group from Basse-TerreYou sail across open water with a professional skipper who teaches you the basics, snorkel at two spots including a shipwreck, and eat a homemade Creole meal onboard in the shade. The group stays small (max 9 people), the day lasts nearly nine hours, and everything—transport, food, snorkeling access, the motorized village tour—is included, so you only need to show up at the marina in Gourbeyre.Is it for me?Book this if you want a full day on the water without the noise and crowd of a big group tour—the small size and the sailing itself (not just motoring) are what make the nine hours feel like an actual escape rather than a checklist of stops.
Rum distillery tour Guadeloupe: 160-year-old cellar tastingYou tour the production floor and distillation museum, walk through a cellar holding nearly 10,000 aging barrels, and taste premium vintage rums made on-site. The entire visit is wheelchair accessible, and the whole experience takes you through 160 years of Guadeloupe rum-making in one afternoon. Bring cash or card if you want to buy bottles afterward.Is it for me?Book this if you want to understand how rum is actually made and taste the difference that 160 years of doing one thing well creates — the cellar walk and tasting are what make it worth the trip, not just another distillery stop.
Guadeloupe: Stand Up Paddle Mangrove Tour & Homemade LemonadeYou’ll paddle calm waters from Babin Beach with a local guide, slip quietly beneath mangrove tunnels in Grand Cul-de-Sac Marin, spot wildlife up close, and end your tour sipping homemade lemonade in a hidden cove. Expect simple joys: laughter when someone wobbles, sunlight on your skin, moments of real quiet — all at your own pace.
Death in Paradise filming locations tour in DeshaiesA 4-hour guided tour of Death in Paradise filming locations around Deshaies, Guadeloupe, with an English-speaking guide who worked close to the production. You visit the Fort Royal resort (the fictional Golden Sands Hotel), the Inspector's beach shack on La Perle Beach, the viewpoint at Point De Vue De Gadet overlooking Grande Anse, the real town of Deshaies (Honoré in the show), and the hillside villas where actors stayed, ending with time to swim and eat at a local beach restaurant. The guide shares production facts and actor stories throughout. Pickup from your hotel or meeting point in Deshaies is available depending on the option you choose; children are welcome from age 10.Is it for me?Choose the pickup and drop-off option if your hotel is outside Deshaies and you want the drive time handled; choose the meeting point option if you're already in Deshaies and prefer to start the tour there. Either way, you get a guide who was close to the production itself, not a general tour operator.
Guadeloupe Lagoon: Boat Day Trip with Snorkeling & BBQYou’ll start early from Bas-du-Fort marina and spend your day gliding across Guadeloupe’s Grand Cul-de-Sac Marin lagoon—snorkeling over a shipwreck, sharing ti-punch and laughter with locals, then savoring a barbecue lunch anchored by mangrove islets before relaxing at Îlet Caret. Expect bright fish, salty air, and moments of genuine calm you might not expect from a day trip.
Guadeloupe: Death in Paradise Tour & Catherine's Bar from Cruise PortYou're picked up at the cruise terminal at 8:30 am and guided through the real Death in Paradise filming locations across Grande-Terre Island. You visit the botanical garden in Honoré village, walk the historic centre where scenes were shot, stop at the police station (the only permanent set), and choose between lunch at Catherine's Bar or an hour of free time in the village. Transport, guide, and garden entry are included; lunch and police station entry cost extra. Return to the terminal by mid-afternoon.Is it for me?Book this if you're a Death in Paradise fan with a cruise stop in Guadeloupe and want to see the actual filming locations without arranging your own transport and timing—the guide's experience on set and knowledge of which scenes were shot where is what makes the locations meaningful rather than just scenic spots.
Guadeloupe Baie des Saintes: Sailing tour with local guideYou’ll join a local guide for hands-on sailing in Guadeloupe’s Baie des Saintes, help with catamaran maneuvers or relax on deck, and swim in calm turquoise waters searching for sea turtles. Includes a refreshing drink at anchor and plenty of chances to soak up island life — moments you’ll remember long after salt dries from your skin.
Snorkeling in Basse-Terre Island: Sailing, reefs & mangroveSnorkeling in Basse-Terre Island's protected lagoon combines sailing, reef exploration and mangrove paddling in one morning outing. The day alternates between active navigation and calm observation: you board early with coffee, sail to a coral reef for snorkeling in shallow protected waters, then paddle through the mangrove reserve and swim in sheltered areas. A live guide in English or French leads a small group, and anyone can participate in sailing the boat. The experience runs 8 to 9 hours.Is it for me?The 8- to 9-hour commitment means you're booked for most of the day, which suits someone who wants a full immersion in the lagoon without splitting time between activities — but it leaves little room for other stops or a leisurely lunch elsewhere.
Guadeloupe Surf Lesson with Local Guide & Smoothie BarYou’ll join a small group for a hands-on surf lesson near Sainte-Anne with Greg, a local instructor who knows every wave by name. Expect lots of laughs in the water, personalized tips, and homemade smoothie bowls waiting when you finish. It’s relaxed but real — you might surprise yourself out there.
Guadeloupe: Mangrove Boat Tour & Floating Aperitif with SnacksYou’ll float through Guadeloupe’s salt river mangroves with a local guide who shares stories as you go. Swim above a shallow wreck with mask and snorkel, snack on manio patties and fruit while your feet dangle in clear water, then relax with drinks during a floating aperitif before heading back—all in half a day.
Guadeloupe Cruise Transfer: Gosier Beach Pickup & ReturnYou get picked up at the cruise port on Grande-Terre Island and driven directly to Plage du Gosier beach in an air-conditioned vehicle with WiFi. Beach chairs are available on request. The return time is coordinated with your ship's departure, so you don't have to calculate it yourself or risk missing the boat.Is it for me?Book this if you're docking at Grande-Terre Island and want to skip arranging a taxi or negotiating a price at the port — the driver meets you at the cruise terminal, the cost is fixed, and the return time is already planned around when your ship leaves.
Les Saintes: Sailing tour with guide & snorkeling stopYou’ll step onto a small catamaran in Les Saintes with a local guide at the helm, help hoist sails or even steer for a bit, watch pelicans circle Pain de Sucre, then snorkel in clear water searching for sea turtles before relaxing with juice or Captain’s Planter on deck — moments you’ll remember long after you’ve rinsed off the salt.
Pointe-à-Pitre City Tour & Beach Day: Gosier IslandYou walk through Pointe-à-Pitre's old town and its spice market with a local guide, take a motorboat to Gosier Island for swimming and free time, then spend 90 minutes on the beach at Sainte-Anne before returning to the cruise terminal. The 7-hour tour includes transport, ferry ticket, a folding beach chair, and local tastings — which means you don't arrange anything yourself or worry about timing.Is it for me?Book this if you're docking at Pointe-à-Pitre and want the main island highlights — old town, island, beach — without arranging transport, timing or figuring out which beach is worth the trip. The fixed schedule is what fits all three stops into a single afternoon on Grande-Terre Island.
Guadeloupe: Death in Paradise Filming Locations & Sainte-MarieYou visit five Death in Paradise filming locations across Sainte-Marie with a private guide who knows the show's behind-the-scenes stories and Guadeloupe's real history. The tour includes transport, WiFi, and free time to explore the town center at your own pace, with no group schedule to follow.Is it for me?Right for Death in Paradise fans who want to see the real filming locations without joining a group tour, or anyone curious about Sainte-Marie's actual culture and history. The private format means your guide focuses only on you, and the pace lets you linger at stops or move on as you prefer.
