The Caribbean · MARTINIQUE TOURS
The 15 martinique tours below are ordered by how consistently travellers rate them. Price, duration and the one thing to check before you commit sit on every entry.
From Trois-Îlets, you’ll ride the Mantou into Génipa Bay for a calm 2.5-hour mangrove cruise. Guides such as Faustin, Nicolas, Yanis, Benoît, and Prosper explain local plants, wildlife, and island life. The small group suits families, but French is the main tour language and English explanations may be brief.
“Alain nous a fait découvrir la mangrove avec humour et enthousiasme. Super moment conclu avec un apéro sur un îlet. Recommandons fortement !”
Spend about seven hours aboard a small boat from Le François, with a mangrove cruise, Thierry Island swim, Josephine’s Bath, Creole lunch on Îlet Oscar, and drinks included. Captains such as Xavier, Julien, Isaac, and Pipo lead the day, though French may be the main language.
“I asked for an English guide but the guide spoke only French. I understood nothing of the tour. That’s why I really upset of that.”
Join state-certified instructor Stéphane from Le Marin for a 2.5-hour boat trip and guided surface snorkeling over selected coral sites in southern Martinique. He explains marine biology, helps nervous swimmers, stays in the water with the group, and finishes with an aperitif. Groups are limited to 12 people.
“This was a really great tour. Stephane was incredibly knowledgeable and helped each and everyone have a good time. There was a lady who was terrified of wearing a snorkel and mask and he offered her solutions so she could still come aRead more”
Spend about 7 hours and 45 minutes sailing from Case-Pilote aboard Fildou, a racing trimaran limited to nine people. Captain Pol shares his love of Martinique, teaches sailing, leads a snorkeling stop near Îlet Ramiers, and serves a local lunch with drinks. You must arrange your own transport to the meeting point.
“Perfect tour! Paul was a very friendly and authentic guide and engaged the guests (max. 8 people) in the sailing experience. Brilliant choice of spot for snorkeling and free time (the given equipment was very good) and a lot of knowleRead more”
Join Daniel from Martinique Best Secret for a six-hour northern Martinique tour in a minivan limited to eight people. Visit Balata Cathedral, a rainforest waterfall, Domaine d’Emeraude, Depaz rum distillery, the ruins of Saint-Pierre, and Le Carbet beach. Bring swimwear, water shoes, snacks, and patience for a full, active day.
“This is the best tour I’ve had in the Caribbean! It was very varied from waterfalls, mineral lagoons, visiting Little Sacre Coure, the botanical gardens, the beach with the restaurant Yemanja ending with the Rum factory. Daniel was AWESOME!! He was so informative and helpful and patient either us, Loved learning about the island, the culture, flora and fauna. I love the fact that it was 8 people do we got to meet new people!!! This tour is a must when visiting Martinique!!!”
Spend about four hours sailing Martinique’s Caribbean coast from Fort-de-France or Anse Mitan. Your guide searches the AGOA Marine Protected Area for wild dolphins and seasonal whales, then stops near Mount Pelée for snorkeling. The boat carries up to 12 people, with drinks, local tastings, and guides such as Ismael, Anola, and Captain Michael reported on departures.
“Équipe et ambiance super sympa, les dauphins étaient au rendez-vous, nous avons nagé au milieu des poissons et une tortue nous a rendu visite. Belle balade, je recommande 100%”
Set out from Fort-de-France at 8 a.m. with a group of up to 12. Captain Greg and other local skippers search the leeward coast for dolphins, then head toward Bellefontaine for a bat cave, a swim, and a Creole snack with pâtés, fruit, juice, and planter. Confirm snorkel gear details before booking.
“Superbe balade matinale à la rencontre des dauphins et des tortues. Merci Gregory pour l’accueil et le rhum arrangé excellent :). Je vous recommande cette excursion au top!”
Join Daniel or another Martinique Best Secret guide for a six-hour northern Martinique tour from Fort-de-France. Visit Balata Cathedral, the Route de la Trace, a waterfall, Domaine d’Emeraude, Depaz rum distillery, and Le Carbet beach. The minivan holds no more than eight people, with swimming, short walks, plant tastings, and free time afterward.
“Great trip around Martinique with an excellent guide, Daniel. We enjoyed the gardens, waterfall and Rhum tasting.”
See northern Martinique in about five hours with a guide such as Manuel, Florence, Valerie, or Stefan. The small-group route visits Balata Cathedral, the rainforest road, Saut Gendarme waterfall, volcanic Saint-Pierre, and Le Carbet’s black-sand beach. Drinks and tastings are included, but lunch is not, and the rum distillery stop may no longer operate.
“Bus was hot and cramped. No leg room. Also we were in the back and there was no window beside our seats. Guide didn't know what she was talking about, many historical errors. She also had a strong accent and was very hard to understand. She also started to talk before everyone was at the site we were visiting. We do NOT recommend this tour.”
Join Christelle of Karambole Tours for a five-hour drive from Fort-de-France into Martinique’s rainforest and historic north. You’ll see Balata Cathedral, a Fonds Saint Denis waterfall, Saint-Pierre, Depaz Distillery, and Anse Turin, with homemade pastries, drinks, and island stories along the way. This is a sightseeing tour with food samples, not a full meal.
“Christelle was a great and interesting guide. Great tour. It is the food part that was disappointing. To eat things from coolers in the back of the van was not what I expected.”
Spend about five hours touring southern Martinique from Fort-de-France with a small group and a local driver-guide. Visit a spice and coffee shop, Trois Rivières rum distillery, the Cap 110 slavery memorial, Diamond Rock, and Les Anses d’Arlet. Hotel or cruise-port pickup, drinks, and air-conditioned transport are included.
“We genuinely had a fantastic day out on this tour! We didn’t feel rushed at all, and felt ample time was dedicated to each of the stops (of which there were many!) We had plenty of opportunity to visit little local markets and source fresh fruit and locally made goods, as well as a rum taster at the distillery and plenty of beautiful sights! We really enjoyed visiting the memorial to the slaves, it just felt so powerful and peaceful at the same time! Our tour guide (I think his name may have been Brice?) was absolutely fantastic - so knowledgeable and friendly! He brought a cool box with drinks…”
Join Pierre-Henri and a maximum of 12 passengers for a four-hour boat trip from Le Robert. You’ll visit Ilet Chancel, observe seabirds near Ilet Boisseau, swim at Fonds Blancs and Ilet Madame, and relax at the Baignoire de Joséphine with a local aperitif included.
“Family friendly time to do , learning about our culture was interesting to shareAuto-translated”
Captain Manou takes up to 12 people along Martinique’s Atlantic coast, with stops at Joséphine’s Bath, the white sand shallows near François and Robert, and islands known for iguanas. Expect swimming, ti-punch, local snacks, and a Creole lunch of lobster or chicken served at the family pontoon.
“Exactly what we wanted for an unforgettable day. Planter feet in the water meals as at home and good mood.Thanks captain manou!Auto-translated”
Explore southern Martinique in a small group of 18 or fewer, with port pickup, a spice and chocolate stop, Trois Rivières rum tasting, Cap 110, Diamond Rock, and Anse d’Arlet beach. Guides such as Akina, Brice, Caroline, and Rosalyn are known for warm, personal commentary. Bring swimwear, snacks, and a card for purchases.
“Enjoyed hour at beach, beautiful brown sand and warm water! Friendly informative guides! Bring your credit card, no US dollars taken. Interesting to see rum distillery, diamond rock, hear some authentic music and hear some history, see all the beautiful flowers”
Spend about five hours exploring northern Martinique by air-conditioned minivan, with stops at Balata Cathedral, the Route de la Trace rainforest, a waterfall, St Pierre ruins and Le Carbet’s gray volcanic beach. Guides such as Stéphane, Laura, Lisa and Carolyn add island history and local stories. Drinks and rum tastings are included, though the exact route can change with weather.
“Renee, our driver, and Sebastian, our tour guide thru Beyond the Beach tours, were outstanding. This tour is truly unmissable as advertised. Sebastian was very engaged about giving us information and he really took care of us. He went above and beyond. We left the tour loving the island. This was definitely our favorite stop and tour.”
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