Boat Tour to François and Josephine Bathtub, Martinique

Swim in turquoise lagoons and taste Creole flavors in one morning

A half-day boat tour in Martinique explores the François islets and the Josephine Bathtub, a natural lagoon with shallow turquoise water. You start with a welcome cocktail and snack, then swim at Long Island and Thierry islet before reaching the Bathtub itself. The guide speaks English or French, and children from age 2 are welcome.

Step-by-step itinerary

Boat tour and swimming at islets

• Welcome cocktail and local snack
• Swim at Long Island in François
• Stop near islet Thierry for views
• Relax and swim at Josephine Bathtub

The experience

The tour opens with a welcome cocktail and local snack aboard, setting the pace for a relaxed morning on the water. From there, the boat moves through the François lagoon, stopping first at Long Island: a stretch of white sand and wild beach where you swim in clear water surrounded by unspoilt nature. The second stop is Thierry islet, deeper in the lagoon, where turquoise shallows and views of the surrounding islands give you a quiet moment to float and take in the seascape.

The final stop is the Josephine Bathtub, a natural lagoon with water so clear and shallow you can stand comfortably almost anywhere. It is the centerpiece of the tour and the reason most people book it. A postcard-perfect setting where you can swim, wade or simply sit in the water and watch the light play across the bottom. The boat crew offers tasting of local culinary specialties throughout the day, and you are welcome to bring your own cooler with extra drinks and snacks if you want to extend the experience.

The whole outing runs about four hours. A live guide in English or French narrates the stops and handles the boat, so you do not need to navigate or plan the sequence yourself. Families with children from age 2 onward travel regularly on this tour. Infants sit on an adult's lap, and the pace is gentle enough for mixed ages and fitness levels.

What’s included

• Welcome cocktail and local snack at the start.
• tasting of local culinary specialties during the tour.
• snacks throughout.
• a live guide in English or French.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:30 and 13:00

Book up to8h before

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (2 to 11 years)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and French

Audio guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyNot recommended with heart problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Excursion en bateau aux îlets et fonds blancs

Is this one for you?Choose this if you want a guided boat tour hitting multiple lagoons with swimming stops and included Creole tastings, rather than renting your own boat and deciding where to go.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and French.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (2 to 11 years).

What is the Josephine Bathtub actually like when you get there?

The Josephine Bathtub is a natural lagoon with clear, shallow water. You can see the sand and rocks beneath you. It is small enough to feel intimate but large enough to swim and move around freely, and the water stays calm because it is sheltered by the surrounding islets.

Can you bring food and drinks, or is everything provided?

A welcome cocktail and snack are offered at the start, and local culinary specialties are tasted during the tour. You can also bring your own cooler with drinks and extra snacks if you want to add to what is served.