A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP
Culture & Chill/A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP
Culture & Chill/ Far from mass tourism, the Archipel des Saintes offers you the magic of the Antilles without the crowds. Enjoy a 100% sport and relaxation week with an original discovery of these paradisiacal islands. For all levels, on the water or on land, you will enjoy the magnificent landscapes, the beaches under the coconut trees and the swimming in the turquoise waters.THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT
Nouveauté- A nautical mix to discover, among others, the catamaran, windsurfing and wing
- Bungalows with beach access at the snorkeling spot
- Nautical base on one of the most beautiful bays in the world
- Island fully accessible on foot
- Day option Guadeloupe, Marie-Galante or Soufrière
THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT
Nouveauté- A nautical mix to discover, among others, the catamaran, windsurfing and wing
- Bungalows with beach access at the snorkeling spot
- Nautical base on one of the most beautiful bays in the world
- Island fully accessible on foot
- Day option Guadeloupe, Marie-Galante or Soufrière
OTHER ACTIVITIES INCLUDED IN THE OFFER
Included
- Full board accommodation and catering
- A day of windsurfing
- A catamaran day
- A half-day discovery of the Wing
- A sailing day
- A day of discovery Terre-de-Bas
- A half-day snorkeling on your own
- Supervision and equipment for the scheduled sessions
- The entertainment of the evenings
Not Included
- Drinks at the bar
- Free time activities
- The additional options
On option
- Day in Guadeloupe
- A day at Marie-Galante
- Basse-Terre Canyoning Day (Option available from 01/11/2024)
The program
Day by dayDay of arrival
If you have chosen the UCPA transfer: departure from the airport when the UCPA flights arrive, bus trip to Trois Rivières, boat to Les Saintes, dinner and night at the sports village.
During your stay
- 2 half-days of Catamaran initiation or improvement
- 1 half-day discovery of the Wing
- 1 day of maritime discovery in a collective sailboat
- 1 day discovering the country, hiking in Terre de Bas
- 1 half-day of relaxation and snorkeling independently
Catamaran: during two sessions discover sailing in the Bay of Saintes. You will learn the basics of catamaran sailing.
Windsurfing: starting from the beach, find your balance on the board, learn to steer and turn. If you already practice you can regain your sensations and benefit from the advice of your instructor to progress.
Discover the Wing: during a session, learn to handle the wing, then on a big float to move on the water, sensations of freedom guaranteed!
Sailing Day: Departure from the port of Les Saintes, learning and sailing around the islet in Cabrit and in Saintes Bay. The instructor will accompany you so that you can take control of the sailboat yourself.
Day Terre-de-Bas, the other island of the Saintes Archipel
Paradisical beaches, superb views/1h30 maximum of walking/Instructor supervision. Departure in the morning, crossing by boat to Terre-de-Bas, hiking circuit and minibuses around the most beautiful viewpoints of the Island between Grande Anse and Petite Anse in the morning. Lunch in a typical restaurant by the sea. Afternoon swimming and snorkeling, boat transfer and return to the center at the end of the day.
Half-day snorkeling on your own: let yourself be carried away by the swell and discover the Caribbean seabed.
Day 7 - Free day: Possibility of an option to discover Guadeloupe, Marie-Galante, the ascent of Soufrière or a day of Canyoning in low land (available from 01/11/24) to be booked during your registration or on site depending on availability.
Guadeloupe Day: Early morning boat trip, visit the Basse-Terre market followed by a walk in the tropical forest to the Carbet Falls. Stop at the Longueteau Rhumerie, lunch and visit a banana farm.
Marie-Galante Day: A few miles from Les Saintes, between Grande-Terre de Guadeloupe and Dominica, Marie-Galante is one of the quietest islands in the Antilles. Few people, postcard-perfect beaches, a warm welcome and sugar cane crops with a few reference distilleries. Enjoy a full day to discover Marie-Galante. We suggest: crossing by private boat, visiting the Island (traveling by minivan), visiting a rum factory with tasting, stopping at the Gueule Grand Gouffre site. Lunch in a typical restaurant on the beach and swim on the superb white sand beaches and coconut trees of Marie-Galante. Return by boat at sunset. Accompaniment, transfers and lunch included.
Guadeloupe day - ascent of La Soufrière: supervision by a local guide (mid-mountain guide). Transfers and packed lunch included. Hike about 5 hours.
Canyoning day in Basse Terre: Departure in the early morning from Les Saintes to Trois-Rivières where the minivan awaits you to join your guide for the day at the Bassins Bleus car park. Start of the climb in the tropical forest then along Le Galion Rivière, a little over an hour, to arrive at the start of the canyoning descent. There start the 2 hours of descent into the scarlet water and the slides, 5 abseiling descents, 2 jumps all supervised by a guide who will not miss any opportunity to help you discover the local flora. On the way back, a picnic was taken out of the bag and then, depending on the time left, pass on a beach to Vieux Fort or Grand Anse de Trois-Rivières. Return with the 16:30 shuttle from Trois-Rivières to Terre de Haut. Equipment, suits, helmets, harnesses and anti-slip fangs are provided by the guide for the day.
Possibility of a walk to the summit of Chameau (highest point of Terre-de-Haut) to admire the sunset over the Archipelago.
Possibility also of additional activities supervised by an instructor to be booked on site depending on availability: stand-up-paddle, kayak, windsurf, catamaran, first dive, sailboat (between 30€ and 40€ except for day trips.)
The course of this program is indicative.
It may undergo modifications or adjustments, depending on technical criteria, safety requirements or the climatic conditions of the moment. In this case, only those responsible for UCPA supervision are authorized to take the necessary decision (s).
It can also be adapted according to the technical and physical level of the participants.
Last day
SPOT
The Saintes archipelago
A small paradise on the sea
Between Terre de Haut and Terre de Bas, discover the sweetness of life in Saintoise fashion. Far from the hustle and bustle of the world, Les Saintes offers an idyllic setting: magnificent hikes in lush nature offering views of the entire Saintes archipelago and wild white sandy beaches. Live to the rhythm of the Antilleans, stroll between the white houses with red roofs, come and admire the fishermen after their day or enjoy a delicious coconut cake on the harbor. Snorkeling equipment on your back, discover the seabed, the canyons and the reef fish. You will appreciate the relaxed lifestyle and the variety of activities in Les Saintes, an ideal cocktail for a successful vacation!
Hosting
Les Saintes sports village
The Saintes sports village overlooks Marigot Bay with direct access to the beach. It is a bungalow accommodation, the bar and the dining room have terraces overlooking the sea. Pompierre beach and the center of the village of Les Saintes are accessible in 15 minutes on foot.
Accommodation in bungalows for 2 people with terrace, sanitary facilities (shower, sink) and private WC.
The centre's equipment
- Beach at the foot of the bungalows
- Relaxation areas
- Bar and restaurant with panoramic terrace overlooking Marigot Bay
ABOUT THE TRIP
Equipment Included
Bath towels
Equipment Included
Bath towels
Equipment not included
Small pharmacy against sores, personal medications, anti-mosquito products.
It is convenient to have a headlamp
Bring boating slippers. Bring closed shoes such as hiking sneakers to enjoy the many walks.
Watch out for the sun! Use very effective sun protection. Bring at least one long-sleeved Lycra T-shirt, hat or cap, sunglasses (with straps).
In a more eco-responsible approach, we no longer provide plastic bottles for your picnics, remember to bring your water bottle.
Equipment not included
Small pharmacy against sores, personal medications, anti-mosquito products.
It is convenient to have a headlamp
Convenient for activity
Bring boating slippers. Bring closed shoes such as hiking sneakers to enjoy the many walks.
Watch out for the sun! Use very effective sun protection. Bring at least one long-sleeved Lycra T-shirt, hat or cap, sunglasses (with straps).
In a more eco-responsible approach, we no longer provide plastic bottles for your picnics, remember to bring your water bottle.
formalities administratives
https://www.ucpa.com/ucpa-et-vous/formulaire-apis
formalities administratives
https://www.ucpa.com/ucpa-et-vous/formulaire-apis
Address and access
Without UCPA transport: to benefit from the UCPA transfer or simply have the right information to join us, send an email to saintes@ucpa.asso.fr.
From the airport, go to the Trois Rivières pier then take a boat to Les Saintes (Île de Terre-de-Haut). By taxi, count around 120 euros to Trois Rivières and is usually paid in foreign currency. Off-site checks are difficult to accept. Then for the transfer by boat, count about 22 euros from Trois Rivières.
ATTENTION: Go - Last boat at 17:45 (subject to changes by shipping companies). Return - Boat at 6:45, 13:00 and 15:45 (subject to changes by shipping companies).
If you arrive at the same time as the UCPA flight (Arrival Pointe à Pitre between 13:30 and 15:00), you can benefit from the transfer (bus + boat) organized by the UCPA, provided you notify the sports village at least 5 days in advance and pay, once you arrive at the sports village, the amount of this transfer (59 euros per trip).
For any questions, prefer to send an email (time difference required!) , we will take the time to answer or contact you again.
Address and access
Transfer by bus to the Port of Trois Rivières (1h15), then boat (30 minutes) to Les Saintes.
Without UCPA transport: to benefit from the UCPA transfer or simply have the right information to join us, send an email to saintes@ucpa.asso.fr.
From the airport, go to the Trois Rivières pier then take a boat to Les Saintes (Île de Terre-de-Haut). By taxi, count around 120 euros to Trois Rivières and is usually paid in foreign currency. Off-site checks are difficult to accept. Then for the transfer by boat, count about 22 euros from Trois Rivières.
ATTENTION: Go - Last boat at 17:45 (subject to changes by shipping companies). Return - Boat at 6:45, 13:00 and 15:45 (subject to changes by shipping companies).
If you arrive at the same time as the UCPA flight (Arrival Pointe à Pitre between 13:30 and 15:00), you can benefit from the transfer (bus + boat) organized by the UCPA, provided you notify the sports village at least 5 days in advance and pay, once you arrive at the sports village, the amount of this transfer (59 euros per trip).
For any questions, prefer to send an email (time difference required!) , we will take the time to answer or contact you again.
Physical intensity
You practice a sporting activity throughout the year, on a regular basis or not. But you are able to run for about 1 hour, swim for 30 minutes, or pedal for about 2 hours.
Physical intensity
You practice a sporting activity throughout the year, on a regular basis or not. But you are able to run for about 1 hour, swim for 30 minutes, or pedal for about 2 hours.
Level of expertise
Technical level - All levels
Depending on the courses, possibility of groups of levels.
Level of expertise
Technical level - All levels
Internships open to all levels, whether you are a beginner or an expert.
Depending on the courses, possibility of groups of levels.
Restauration
Caribbean tradition obliges: from breadfruit to colombo to white meat.
Everything is homemade with local products (depending on supply) and preferably in a short and seasonal circuit.
Restauration
Caribbean tradition obliges: from breadfruit to colombo to white meat.
Everything is homemade with local products (depending on supply) and preferably in a short and seasonal circuit.
Management
Management
Important information
For multi-destination transfers, UCPA takes care of everything! Call 3260 or go to an agency.
Important information
What if you extended your stay in the Antilles? Spend a second week in Les Saintes (see our programs in 15 days), or discover Martinique thanks to our sports villages in Vaucluse and Saint Pierre.
For multi-destination transfers, UCPA takes care of everything! Call 3260 or go to an agency.
Transport
For any departure until the end of March, transport will take place from Paris on the following time ranges:
Departure Orly and/or CDG between 11:00 and 15:00/Arrival Pointe à Pitre between 14:00 and 16:00
Return to Pointe à Pitre between 16:00 and 19:00/Arrival Orly and/or CDG between 06:00 and 09:00 the next day
The schedule of provincial departures will be communicated to you when you confirm your flight. Please note that depending on availability, departures from provinces may take place by train.
Transport
On these companies, the maximum authorized baggage weight is 23kg in the hold, and up to 12kg in the cabin within the limits of the authorized dimensions (unless modified by the company).
For any departure until the end of March, transport will take place from Paris on the following time ranges:
Departure Orly and/or CDG between 11:00 and 15:00/Arrival Pointe à Pitre between 14:00 and 16:00
Return to Pointe à Pitre between 16:00 and 19:00/Arrival Orly and/or CDG between 06:00 and 09:00 the next day
The schedule of provincial departures will be communicated to you when you confirm your flight. Please note that depending on availability, departures from provinces may take place by train.
formalities
https://www.ucpa.com/ucpa-et-vous/formulaire-apis
formalities
https://www.ucpa.com/ucpa-et-vous/formulaire-apis