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The charming, and very French, island of Martinique is a perfect haven of secluded beaches and uncrowded dive sights. The early Carib people called Martinique "the island of flowers" and indeed, it still is, with plenty of lush vegetation and fragrant flora. The port city of Fort-de-France, its capital, offers chic shopping and plenty of colonial history. Travel up the coast past quaint fishing villages including one where Columbus touched land. And be sure to visit St. Pierre and the ruins of the city that was destroyed by the eruption of Mt. Pelee in 1906. |
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Martinique is known as the Isle of flowers and when you discover the beautiful Botanical gardens at Balata you will soon know why. After passing through the capital, Fort De France, you will first stop at the church of Balata before reaching the botanical gardens. The main reception hall is located in a beautiful Creole house appointed with period pieces as well as a small collection of Banzais. Enjoy the amazing variety of tropical flora as you pass through the gardens before returning to the pier along the waterfront. Approximately 2 hours
The Depaz rum distillery is located on a former plantation that was once owned by the first governor of Martinique dating back to 1640. Enjoy a scenic ride through the capital city of Fort De France making a short stop at the Balata church before passing through Morne Rouge, famous for it's spring water and beautiful flowers. Upon arrival at the famous city of St. Pierre you will visit the Depaz distillery discovering the ancient machines used to distill rum many years ago. Rum samples are available to taste before you make your way back towards Fort De France, passing through various quaint fishing villages along the coast. Approximately 3 ½ hours.
Fort de France is the capital city of Martinique and one of the best ways to understand it's culture and history is to explore by foot. After a short bus ride, your guide will lead you through the city starting at beautiful La Savanne Park, featuring over 12 acres of tropical landscape. From here you will be led past many sites such as the St. Louis fort, war memorial, Empress Josephine's Statue, the Schoelcher library, the prefecture, Maison Bougenot and the old municipal theatre. A stop will be made to taste sugar cane juice before moving on to the farmers market, courthouse and St. Louis cathedral. You may wish to stay downtown and enjoy the duty free shopping making your own way back to your ship or head straight back to the pier. Approximately 2 - 2 ½ hours.
Join in the fun as you sail around Martinique listening to Island Calypso music and enjoying the bottomless barrels of rum punch. Board a 70-foot twin- decked catamaran and cruise past Fort De France to the South side of the Island where you will stop over a beautiful tropical reef where as Calypso will lower her glass bottom viewers so everyone can observe the wonderful variety of corals, sponges and tropical fish. Proceed into the picturesque cove of Anse A?lan, and enjoy some time to take a swim or lay on the sand. Your return trip takes you past countless yachts that have traveled here form all over the world as well as the beautiful resort hotels and their beachfronts. As you travel back the rum punch continues flowing and the music gets louder as the fun and games begin. Approximately 3 hours.
Enjoy an opportunity to snorkel and swim over pristine reefs in shallow waters at a secluded beach located outside a small fishing village. Your snorkel boat awaits, as you take a scenic ride across the bay where you will drop anchor in shallow water and explore the unspoiled coral reefs. Experienced snorkelers will have the opportunity to explore the famous Black Bat cave! Enjoy the open bar on your return trip and be on the lookout for large schools of dolphin that sometimes swim right alongside the boat. Note: Snorkel equipment must be collected on board prior to meeting the tour. Approximately 3 hours.
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