Authentic southern tour of Martinique

Description

Are you looking for an authentic experience in Martinique? You will have the opportunity to visit six unique locations during this southern tour of Martinique.

Take in art, history, architecture, culture, and natural beauty during your time on this Windward Island of the Lesser Antilles. From cruise port*, or from a central meeting point**, you will discover an authentic breathtaking part of Martinique.

The southern tour of Martinique schedule:

We will drive through the countryside for half an hour to the famous pottery village in Les Trois Ilets. Located on a former Jesuit Monastery you will stroll for 30 minutes on the paved paths through the village  where half a dozen of local artists have their workshop. You might want to look at their incredibly beautiful crafts, and buy a great souvenir of Martinique to take back home.

Get back to the transportation towards the second stop, Les Anses d’Arlet, a village in a tranquil cove. Here you will admire the recently renovated steeple of it’s famous church oriented directly in front of the pier. Instead, you may choose to relax on the fine white sand beach, swim or even snorkel! All snorkel gear is included and you can go right to the beach to see the underwater beauty. You have the chance to see many colorful fish and sea turtles.

 

Historical and cultural assets of the southern tour of Martinique:

After this delightful swimming or sunbathing moment, we will ride off to a viewpoint overlooking the Diamond Rock. The island reflects the light in such a way that it appears to be a giant precious gem, making it a wonderful photographic opportunity. Your guide you tell you about the incredible history of this unmissable gem of southern Martinique.

Do not forget your camera. After you have shot your photos, we will head to Cap 110 Memorial. 15 busts of 2.5 meters high erected in a triangle shape to represent the slave trade triangle between Europe, Africa and America. After that we will make a stop in a local market of le Diamant to discover local fruits, spices and so much more! Your experience of Martinique would not be complete without sampling our famous rum! Your final stop will be at a local rum distillery.

At Trois Rivieres Distillery, you will learn about this brand of special white and aged vintage rums that have been on the market since 1976. Enjoy a sample! Your favorite bottles are available at the boutique ! This beautiful site also has a hut where coconut products are available.

Once you have completed your southern tour of Martinique experience we will bring you directly back to Fort de France, your mind full of memories.

 

 

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Visiting the south of Martinique:

We will start the day by heading towards the south of the island to reach the Trois Rivières distillery. In this non-active distillery, you will discover the different types of agricultural rums produced in Martinique and this brand of special white and aged vintage rums. Enjoy a sample! Your favorite bottles are available at the boutique ! This beautiful site also has a hut where coconut products are available.

Our heritage revealed during the visit to the south of Martinique:

After your baptism of Martinican rum, we will stop at Cap 110 memorial erected in memory of the victims of slavery. 15 busts of 2.5 meters high erected in a triangle shape to represent the slave trade triangle between Europe, Africa and America.

Let’s go up the hill, there we will reach a viewpoint overlooking the Diamond Rock. Your guide will reveal to you the role that this ancient small inactive volcano played in the history of Martinique and its link with France. Don’t forget your camera for this opportunity!

Pleasure and awakens the senses:

Then head to Les Anses d’Arlet, a small fishing village in a tranquil cove. Here you will admire the recently renovated steeple of it’s famous church oriented directly in front of the pier where you can take your iconic souvenir photo of Martinique! Instead, you may choose to relax on the fine white sand beach, swim or even snorkel! A snorkeling spot with observation of reefs and fish is accessible by swimming to see the underwater beauty, which will give you the opportunity to perhaps come across turtles and other colorful fish.

 

We will end on a spicy note during a shopping stop at Le Lamentin, where you can soak up the scents of spices, chocolate and coffee or local teas. A team of enthusiasts will provide a presentation of the different products. Take this souvenir of Martinique with heady scents and colors with you.

 

Informations:

• Price: €69 adult / €45 children under the age of 10 / Free for children under 2 years old..
  • Included:
    • Air-conditioned, fully licensed and insured transportation
    • Pickup at your Fort de France cruise ship pier (or hotels/rental places in Fort-de-France and Schoelcher for free)
    • Bilingual English-French speaking shore excursion guides (other languages upon request)
    • Complimentary spring water local juice, rum.
• Duration: 5 hours
• Departure: 9am (can be modify according to customers and ships arrival).
• Capacity: 18 passengers maximum.
• Tour guide: English (other languages available upon request, especially for families or group).

For the north tour of Martinique, click HERE.

Cancellation Policy:

Canceled by client prior to excursion date with a minimum of 5 Days prior notice by email.

Your ship skips/misses the port.

Weather conditions or equipment failure prevents the operator from running the excursion.

Cancellations refund requests that do not comply with the above may not be subject to refund.

Refunds may be subject to a service charge fee as determined by the payment processor (usually 5%).

If you are late you are considered as a no show and you will not be refunded.

We require a minimum of 4 passengers to run a tour. If the minimum is not met your tour may be cancelled.

If you are alone and you want to book please contact us by email first.

*Pick up and drop off at the cruise exit without extra cost for all the ports of Fort-de-France.

**send us an email on in order to let us know on which cruise ship you will be, or, where you are based if you are staying on the island. Pick up and drop off will be free in Fort-de-France and Schoelcher. An extra cost will be applied if you are in other towns.

 

Please note:

The booking section allows you to send your request without making a payment. We will get back to you to confirm your reservation with the payment link and many useful information regarding your trip (schedules, location, etc.).