Located on the south-eastern point of the island of Grande-Terre in Guadeloupe, the coastal town of Saint-François faces the islands of Petite-Terre and La Désirable. With splendid sandy beaches protected by a coral reef, Saint-François invites you to enjoy the sweetness of doing nothing and to organize a catamaran cruise to Guadeloupe.
One of the most beautiful tourist towns in Guadeloupe
Saint-François is a paradise for yachtsmen, who meet up at its marina to take part in its daily life. A daily routine punctuated by the restaurants and shops in the port, and the night market where you can discover all kinds of handicrafts such as the famous hand-woven baskets. Those who love beautiful panoramas will certainly prefer to go to the Pointe des Châteaux, dominated by towers built on the rocks. By following the path leading to the Pavillon belvedere, you can calmly admire the view of Petite-Terre and La Désirable.
But what certainly makes Saint-François popular and a source of pride is its coastline paved with long sandy strips where nautical leisure activities are legion. With the family, sea kayaking is a must for discovering a few small deserted beaches along the coast. Water-jet-powered motorized craft, sailing, kitesurfing and windsurfing are also activities not to be missed during your stopover in Saint-François.
Dream beaches and water sports in Saint-François
For beach lovers, yacht charter in Saint-François is the fastest way to discover delightful sandy beaches, the most famous of which is Raisins Clairs. It owes its name to the raisiniers (raisin sellers) who hauled their wares in small carts along the seashore, offering a little shade to bathers. This beach is perfect for a family picnic, with your feet in the sand and a breathtaking view of the islands of Marie-Galante and Les Saintes. It is also a favorite spot for surfers.
On the road to Pointe des Châteaux, you will come across Anse Kahouanne, a delightful white sand beach with turquoise waters where those who love to relax and snorkel will quickly find what they are looking for. Not far from Pointe des Châteaux, you can also set your sights on Anse à la Gourde. This cove faces the island of La Désirable and is also suitable for surfing, snorkeling and picnicking. If you prefer wilder and more authentic beaches, head for the cove à la Barque. Difficult to access, this beach stands out from the other beaches of Saint-François thanks to its particularly dense vegetation, which will allow you to swim there in complete privacy.
Saint-François also remains the best point of departure for reaching the surrounding islands, where immaculate beaches and lush vegetation are an invitation to daydreaming and divingwhich is practiced throughout the year. The best scuba diving and snorkeling spots are located around the islands of Marie-Galante and La Désirable. On the island of La Désirable, the southern coastline is dotted with beautiful pebble beaches nestled at the foot of the cliffs.
Good to know
| Number of boats available | 1 540 |
|---|---|
| Types of service | Skipper, Hostess, Chef (meals not included), Sailor, Engineer |
| Average price per week | $23,877 |
| Minimum weekly price | $1,469 |
| Maximum price per week | $1,007,300 |