Top Things to do in Martinique
Top 10 Hidden Gems Things to do in Martinique, Martinique
This Gallic toehold in the Caribbean exudes a distinctly French air, enticingly spiced up by West Indian warmth. Local culture and cuisine combine both influences. The stylish isle is dominated by Mount Pelee, which destroyed the city of St. Pierre in 1902. Black sand beaches and rainforests are found in the north, with yet more beautiful sands to the south. Sights include La Pagerie, birthplace of Napoleon's Empress Josephine, and Diamond Rock, a 600-foot pinnacle, once registered as a British warship.
Restaurants in Martinique
1. Denebola
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5.0 based on 389 reviews
Embark aboard Dénébola, a comfortable sailboat, in a friendly and intimate atmosphere. Take part in the manœuvres and discover, with the winds, the Baie du Robert, the Ilet madame, the Ilet Chancel and its iguanas. Your captain will tell you more about different ecosystems and the need to protect them. Enjoy a snorkeling to explore the seabed or a paddle moment. Experience, for a day, a unique adventure in harmony with nature
2. Catamaran Bwa Drese
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5.0 based on 823 reviews
Get out of the ordinary in your life, to live a wonderful experience on our catamarans ... Upon arrival, dive into the world of an unforgettable day, or feel the sun and turquoise waters will lead you to paradise. Everything is done for your well-being, be reassured: no discomfort on board is guaranteed! From 9am, our crew and our hostesses serve you the traditional welcome drink to put you "in the bath." Over the islets, discover the coral splendor of the dip in the clear, warm waters, thanks to the swimming stops. First you enjoy the "starting bath" on the islet unforgettable Madame. Taste the history of the Chancel islet admiring the rare iguanas still present on the island. You will probably not escape to the friendly atmosphere of the "baptism of rum" in the beautiful bath Keystone Islet before lunch on board: a Creole meal in an idyllic setting. Then, experience the dessert, prepared on site by the crew and ... you in the workshop of introduction to traditional recipes (sherbets, cod fritters) before returning to dock at 4:30 p.m..
3. Dauphins-Emotion
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5.0 based on 317 reviews
Le départ à bord de notre bateau le : « Yemaya IV » ce fait sur le ponton de Grande anse, situé entre les anses d’Arlet et les trois ilets. Le bateau est très bien pensé pour votre confort, il ne manque plus que vous à bord ! Notre bureau information et réservation est situé place du marché couvert au diamant.
4. Amphitrite Balade en Mer : Dauphins et Peche
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5.0 based on 217 reviews
Hello my name is Benoit, I will be please to welcome you on board of Amphitrite, my boat ! Here no hurry, no loads of tourist i'ts only U&me (well 6 persons in fact)I show you dolphins which are most of the time playing in front of the harbourg : Case pilote, so no time waste to naviguate too far and more time to enjoy and be panpered ! we'll have snorkeling time, rhumand fresh fruits!
5. Tropicanyon - Le Canyoning Pour Tous
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5.0 based on 395 reviews
Martinique canyoning is ideal to discover the island differently and in an original way. Your session will begin with a short hike in the heart of the rainforest, then you will discover all the pleasures of a real parenthesis freshness river. Fun activity par excellence, you will share, between friends or family, an unforgettable moment during a half day or a day adapted to your level of practice.
6. Les Kayaks des Ilets du Francois
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5.0 based on 150 reviews
Reviewed By EveLat
What a day! We turned up without a reservation but Magali was very accommodating, lending us some snorkelling equipment and even providing drinking water to take with us at no extra cost. After a short but very clear briefing, we set off for what ended up being one of the most memorable experiences in Martinique. The rowing to the little islands was tough at times due to the current but once we landed on Islet Thierry all the struggles were forgotten. The midday party in the middle of the sea with some Ti Punch and homemade vegetarian accras (which were delicious!) was the highlight of the trip... that is until we got to Islet Oscar where Magali kindly arranged for us to have a wonderful meal with drinks and dancing, all for €10 per head. After some bathing, snorkelling and exploring we headed back, were shown a shower and had a great chat with Magali and Hervé. Such wonderful warm people and so passionate about their business and about Martinique. I can't recommend them enough. Merci beaucoup, Magali et Hervé! P.S. Do use higher factor suncream and reapply regularly. We managed to get burned even with the suncream.
7. An Mao The Legacy of Ancestors
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5.0 based on 137 reviews
An mao the inheritance of the ancestors is a park situated right in the heart of the space in which lived runaways slaves then the former after the abolition of slavery. Through its gardens, and its attractions, it highlights their ancestral knowledges. Reveal the leading role that played certain trees, plants, legends and faiths in the sociocultural development of martinique. We only welcome by appointment !
8. Les Gorges de la Falaise
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4.5 based on 381 reviews
Gorges of the River Falaise.
Reviewed By 194LisaP - Cumberland, United States
We loved doing the gorge! Totally worth the effort! If you are on a cruise, it is doable. Prior to the trip, rent a car with Europcar in Pointe du Bout. It’s the only car company we found that will let you return the car the same day. We paid about 55 euros which included full insurance. Also purchase good road map of Martinique or get a gps from Europcar, if they offer it. We used a Michelin map we got from Amazon. Once in Martinique, get off the ship ASAP and over to the Vedette Tropicales ferry. It’s on the middle angled pier just east of the Pointe Simon Cruise terminal. If you are on Celebrity, that cruise pier is a 15-20 walk west to the ferry pier - just on the other side of the fort. There is very good signage that says, “Ferry to Beaches”. Once there, get roundtrip tickets to Pointe du Bout. There is a ferry schedule online at Vedettestropicales.com Make sure you get the ferry to Pointe du Bout. The ferries have more than one destination. Once at Pointe du Bout, it’s like a 2-3 minute walk to Europcar. I want to say it’s on Rue du Chacha. Streets aren’t obvious. It’s not a freestanding building on its own. Just look to the left as you walk out of the ferry area onto the town street. Or ask. I’ve attached a map where Pointe du Bout and Gorges de la Falaise is marked. It takes about an hour and a half to go from Pointe du Bout to the Gorges de la Falaise. Directions are towards places rather than East, West etc. We took D38 to D7 towards Rivière Salée, then the N5 towards the Aeropuerto or Le Lamentin, then the A1 towards Fort-de-France and then the D41. We then took the N3. There was a place on the N3, near the beginning where we weren’t surely we were still on the N3 (we had taken the road going toward the right at sort of a T place,) but there was a sign within a mile or two for N3, so we knew we had taken the right road. After that we just followed the N3 also called the Route de la Trace. (Look it up.) Very windy, but scenic. Gorges de la Falaise is a few kilometers beyond Le Morne -Rouge. There is a sign and it’s on the left down a non-descript road. Cost is 10 euros each cash. Be in a bathing suit, have a waterproof camera and good soled water shoes or sneakers you don’t mind being under water. Stairs are down are steep, but I did it and I’m almost 60. Read other reviews for more info on the gorge. Phone numbers for the gorge and the restaurant next door are 0596533653 and 0596533561. They will close if it rains. Going back, be aware that traffic in Fort-de-France can be bad. Leave plenty of time. We had no problem. We took the 8:45am ferry and were able to catch the 3:15pm ferry back. Plenty of time to walk the 15-20 minutes to get back for the all aboard at 4:30 pm on Celebrity pier. Note that after the 3:15om ferry, there is not another back to Fort-de-France til 4:15pm.
9. Fonds Blancs
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4.5 based on 623 reviews
Coral barrier where visitors can swim, snorkel and enjoy the exceptional fauna.
Reviewed By Zolou25 - Kew, United Kingdom
Our guide Pablo took us on his boat for half a day to the Fond blancs, the baignoire de Joséphine, a secluded beach and the Mangroves. It was absolutely magical as was the incredible knowledge and hospitality he shared. It is well worth investing in this experience!
10. Les Ballades du Delphis
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4.5 based on 615 reviews
On board our boat, you will discover all the beauties of the fauna and flora of our island. You can sail in the middle of the coral reefs, swim in the white Fund where the fishes come dance around you. You will enjoy our creole menu prepared specially for you.
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