Overview and history
Tobago Cays, Mayreau, St-Vincent... so many names, synonymous with dreams, which are inevitably an invitation to travel and discover.
Flavors, fragrances, memories of pirate tales and the treasures of our childhood, combined with the legendary welcome of the West Indians, as well as colors and other marvelous landscapes, will punctuate every stage of the unforgettable cruise offered by Catlante Catamarans, adapted to all yachtsmen, whether novices or seasoned sailors, with an unrivalled concern for comfort, well-being, relaxation and safety.
During idyllic anchorages, you'll discover that the Grenadine archipelago can't be summed up as a picture-postcard image of paradise beaches and turquoise waters synonymous with idleness.
A paradise for nature lovers, snorkelers, fishermen and hikers, the Grenadines archipelago is sure to delight everyone.
This small, independent island state comprises over 600 islands and islets in the southern Caribbean. It harbors priceless natural, cultural and historical treasures, and the omnipresent sunshine alone doesn't explain the heat so characteristic of the Caribbean.
With a surface area of just under 400 km2, the Grenadines are an archipelago of the Lesser Antilles (Caribbean) located in the Leeward Islands between Grenada, Barbados and Saint Lucia. An integral part of the Commonwealth, the Grenadines have a population of around 120,000.
With its many faces, this archipelago shaped by its extremely rich history was colonized by Amerindians almost 5,000 years ago. In the 17th century, a Franco-British treaty granted the Caribbean Indians full possession of the archipelago, including Dominica and St. Vincent.
However, when a Dutch ship wrecked, many slaves landed in the Grenadines, giving rise to the Afro-American Indian people. This mix of cultures gives this Caribbean jewel its authenticity and richness, to which all travelers succumb.
But if the Grenadines archipelago can lay claim to its status as one of the Caribbean's leading destinations, it's because of its temperate tropical climate, which makes it a dream destination for yachting enthusiasts, who can discover pristine islands and seabeds, tasty cuisine and a welcome that will stay with them forever.
Your cruise on an exceptional catamaran will start in Martinique, from the marina at Le Marin, with an initial course for Béquia, skirting the fabulous coastline of Saint Lucia and its majestic Deux Pitons, which will leave travelers with unforgettable memories of the Caribbean Sea.
The day after your departure, the island of Béquia, with its 18 km2 of white sand and turquoise water, offers an authentic Caribbean landscape.
With your Catlante Catamarans crew so concerned about your comfort, you'll then head for the most beautiful and fragile coral reef in the West Indies, offering you unforgettable memories during your stopover in the Tobago Cays.
Then there's Mayreau and its unique nonchalance, Union, Canouan and St-Vincent.
Paradise truly exists, and you'll be witness to it on your Catlante Catamarans cruise in the Grenadines.
Catlante Catamarans will once again guide you on the most beautiful voyage of all: yours.
All that remains is for us to wish you "Bel bonjou" (Welcome! in Creole).
How to get there
Reach Martinique easily
By plane
- From Paris by direct flight: Air France / Air Caraïbes / Corsair (approx. 9h flight)
- From other major French cities: Air Caraïbes (offers train+plane packages with transfers between the TGV station and the airport), Air France with a stopover in Paris, Corsair (offers train+plane packages with transfers between the TGV station and the airport).
- From Belgium: Air Caraïbes from Brussels with a stopover in Paris
- From Switzerland: Air France from Geneva with a stopover in Paris
- From Luxembourg: Air France from Luxembourg with a stopover in Paris
Things to know before you go
CATLANTE cruises depart from the port of Le Marin in Martinique on Fridays and Saturdays from mid-October to early May.
For EU nationals: passport valid for at least six months after the end of the cruise, for each participant. Authorization to leave the country for minors traveling without at least one parent or legal guardian.
Boarding at Le Marin marina, pontoon 5, at 6pm. Disembarkation takes place in the morning of D+8 at 9am.
Transfers: ANTILLES TOURS - Patrick PENELOPE Tel +596 6 96 28 80 22 [email protected] You must confirm your one-way reservation by e-mail to Antilles Tours, mentioning the number of passengers, date and flight number. Payment upon reservation or to the driver. Individual or group transfer from the Airport to the Port of Le Marin or return: €15 per trip and per passenger (based on a minimum of 2). Outward journey: Welcome near gate E to the right of passenger arrival after Customs with a CATLANTE sign and your name. Return trip: Departure 9:30 am from Le Marin to Les Trois Ilets with luggage pick-up. Lunch at leisure (not included). Afternoon departure for the airport (schedule depends on 1st flight). If some passengers have a later flight and wish to postpone their transfer, €30 supplement. Hotel transfer depending on distance, supplement €15 to €30 one-way per person. Return booking and payment on site,
It's not advisable to take a large rigid suitcase, which won't be easy to stow in the cabin. Instead, use cabin-size luggage or travel bags/soft suitcases. At Le Marin marina: Croisière Sans Bagages next to the SNSM rescue station - Mail : [email protected] - Tel / WhatsApp : +596 696 097 972 - Mon - Sun : 8h30 - 18h, open on public holidays Go to the address below: hand in your clean luggage, which must not exceed 23 kg. You will be asked for your identity papers at drop-off and pick-up, and for confirmation of your cruise. Drop-off all day until 6pm = 8 euros per bag / Drop-off from 1pm until 6pm = 5 euros per bag
Lobster barbecue in Mayreau or the Tobago Cays: 45€ per person - Excursion to St Vincent: 30€ per person (history of the island, place names and guided walk through the jungle to the waterfalls). In Bequia, island tour by cab and turtle sanctuary: €30 per person.
In Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, the local currency is the East Caribbean Dollar (EC$). You can withdraw it at Admiralty Bay in Bequia. You can also pay for all your local expenses in euros or US dollars, both of which are accepted everywhere (€1 = US$1). The Grenadines have a tropical climate, with the dry season running from mid-November to mid-May. The official language is English, but Vincentian Creole is spoken by everyone in the state of St Vincent and the Grenadines.
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