Day trip by boat from Le Robert: Joséphine bathtub and ilets
Swim in a bathtub of turquoise water, then eat what the captain cooked
A full-day boat tour departing from Le Robert, Martinique, takes you to Robert Bay, the Joséphine bathtub and the protected ilets of Thierry and Oscar. You swim in white sand shallows, meet the island's endemic iguanas, and eat a typical West Indian meal prepared by the captain. The tour runs 8 hours and includes house punch, accras, ti-punch and non-alcoholic drinks.
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Step-by-step itinerary
Boat trip exploring Robert Bay and islets
- Discover Robert Bay and mangrove
- Explore fauna, flora, and history of islets
- Enjoy trapeze bath and sunbathing
- Swim in white seabed and taste local dishes
The experience
You board in Le Robert and head out to Robert Bay, where the captain shows you the aquaculture farm and mangrove before moving into the open water. The bay itself has a recorded history tied to the island, and the captain walks you through it while the boat sits in the shallows. The water here is clear enough to see the white sand bottom, and the trade winds keep the heat manageable even in full sun.
The Joséphine bathtub is the main event: a shallow, enclosed pool of turquoise water where you can stand and float without current or swell. It sits between the larger ilets, which are protected reserves. Thierry and Oscar ilets are home to the island's endemic iguana species, and the captain points them out on the rocks and in the scrub as the boat moves slowly past. You'll have time to swim here and soak in the setting before the boat anchors for lunch.
The captain is also the chef. A typical West Indian meal comes on board along with house punch, accras to start, ti-punch and water or juice to drink. The meal happens in the shallows where you've been swimming, and you eat and swim in the same afternoon. The whole day runs about 8 hours from departure to return.
What’s included
- House punch, accras and a typical West Indian meal cooked on board.
- ti-punch and non-alcoholic drinks (water and juice).
- a live guide in English or French.
- swimming time in Robert Bay and at the Joséphine bathtub.
Before you book
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Is this one for you?Choose this if you want a full day on the water with swimming and meals included: the captain sets the itinerary and handles cooking, so you arrive ready to relax without coordinating logistics.
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Top questions
What languages is the guide in?
Live guide in English and French.
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 17 years); Child (7 to 12 years); Infant (3 to 6 years). Under 3: they can't be included in the booking.
What happens if it rains?
It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.
What's the water like at the Joséphine bathtub?
The Joséphine bathtub is a shallow, enclosed pool of turquoise water with a white sand bottom where you can stand and float without current or swell, protected by the surrounding ilets.
Will I see wildlife on this tour?
Yes. The captain points out the island's endemic iguana species on Thierry and Oscar ilets as the boat passes. You'll also see the mangrove and aquaculture farm in Robert Bay.
What food and drinks are included?
The tour includes a typical West Indian meal cooked by the captain, house punch, accras, ti-punch and non-alcoholic drinks (water and juice).
How long is the full day on the water?
The tour runs about 8 hours from departure in Le Robert to your return.
Day trip by boat from Le Robert: Joséphine bathtub and ilets
8h · EN · FR
from € 89 per person
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