Kitesurf in Marie-Galante : all you need to know
Marie Galante is an island located off Guadeloupe, it is an authentic and well-preserved destination to enjoy a relaxing kite trip.
The best period for kitesurfing extends from December to June.
There is a kitesurfing spot in Marie Galante: La Feuillère.
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Why kitesurfing in Marie-Galante is a good choice ?
Marie-Galante is an island in the Antilles, which belongs to Guadeloupe. Located south of the “butterfly” island, a few hours by boat, it is still very wild and preserved. The main “cities” are the small ports of Grand Bourg and St Louis.
There are dozens of beautiful beaches in Marie Galante, some of which are ideal for kitesurfing, like La Feuillère in Capesterre.
You can go to Marie Galante for the day, but it is really best to stay there for several days to soak up the local life and enjoy this still intact nature.
It is an ideal family destination, where you can both kite, enjoy the setting and rest.
Best period and spots to kite in Marie-Galante
In Marie Galante, there is a high-quality kite spot: La Feuillère. A spot in a superb blue lagoon, and flat. Ideal for freestyle and freeride.
For kiting, the wind stats are optimal in winter, with the famous trade winds of the Antilles (light but consistent wind).
Best season for kiting: December to April.
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- Perfect destination for families
- Kindness of the locals
- Still wild, natural and preserved
- Fairly light wind
- Fairly isolated island
Our best advices to travelers
How to get there ?
To get to Marie Galante, you start by going to Guadeloupe (the easiest part is via a direct flight).
Then you take a boat from Pointe à Pitre for example, for only one hour of crossing.
The price of the crossing is about 40€ round trip.
Formalities
- Mandatory vaccines: None
- Visa requirements: Visa-free for stays up to 90 days for American and British nationals
- Need for electrical adapter: Yes, Type C and Type E electrical outlets
- Official language: French
- Currency: Euro (EUR)
Additional tips
It is better to rent a car, because even if the island is not very large, it is complicated to get around alone.
Remember to bring insect repellent as mosquitoes can be numerous and annoying!
What are the best non kitesurfing activities ?
Marie Galante has many super nice beaches to visit. If you have a car, you can tour the island in no time, and you will have the opportunity to stop where you feel the best.
In addition to the beaches and kitesurfing, Marie Galante is also a land of rum, with excellent brands. The Bielle rum is excellent for example. It can be nice to take a tour to visit some distilleries.