Located within Marina Bas-du-Fort, this supermarket carries good stocks of a wide range of products for basic provisioning, and are open from 0800-1945hrs Mon-Sat; and from 0830-1215hrs on Sunday
Richard Dupuis has almost 20 years of experience in his trade and is an agent for Cruisair, Frigoboat and CLD Marine. He offers the whole range of refrigeration and air conditioning services and was again rated as an excellent professional. He is located in the Marina Bas-du-Fort. Cell: +(590) 690 587 820
This lovely restaurant, beautifully located on the water at the entrance of Marina Bas du Fort (by the Club Nautique) is a local favourite. Run by the friendliest Vietnamese family including Anne Marie, Pin Pin and Loan; the setting is wonderful, with a nice covered terrace, plants, teak furniture and a flamboyant in the middle. They offer a large choice of Asian delights, especially Vietnamese. It really makes a great place to come and enjoy some nice authentic Asian food, with the sound of the surf in the background. They are closed Sundays and Mondays.
This is one of the best acclaimed restaurants in Guadeloupe. Cote Jardin is located within the marina and they serve delightful top quality French cuisine in a light informal 'Provencale' atmosphere; and have an extensive high quality wine list. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner, and closed on Saturday for lunch and all day Sunday. Reservations are recommended, as this place is very popular. Tel: +(590) 590 909128 https://www.facebook.com/cotejardin971/
Situated just 50 metres (turning left) from the dinghy dock in Deshaies, on Rue de la Vague Bleu; this restaurant came highly reviewed for it's quaint location, good service and lovely food. It has an intimate setting on a wooden deck, overlooking the water. Credit cards are not accepted... cash only.
Tel: +(590) 590 285043
This ‘table d’hote’ part of the Tendacayou guest house is an absolute ‘must try’ whilst in the Caribbean. Located a few minutes drive above Deshaies, overlooking the Caribbean sea, nestled in tropical vegetation and flowers, this open place is just enchanting! The decoration is unique… colourful and simple but cozy, mixing wood, recycled materials and nautical artifacts (they even have a fireplace and a library).
This restaurant - located above the beach of Malendure, near the Cousteau Marine Park, has a good reputation. They specialize in seafood and have a live lobster tank. They can be reached on VHF Channel 72 for reservation. They are open for lunch and dinner and are closed on Wednesdays.
Tel: +(590) 590 987084
VHF: Ch 72
In the heart of Marina Bas du Fort overlooking the waterfront; La Voile Blanche came well recommended as being a ‘high end’ dining option overlooking the marina.
Tel: (590) 590 902579
Located at St Felix a short drive from Marina Bas-du- Fort; Les Forneaux de St Felix came well recommended. There are three sumptuously decorated ‘theme’ dining rooms: Moroccan, Asian or African, and the menu came as equally well recommended as the ambience, offering a fabulous mix of classical French and Creole dishes. Open for dinner Tues-Sat from 1900hrs, reservations are advised.
Tel: (590) 590 901602
Fax: (590) 590 201506
This authentic 18th century colonial house nested in a tropical park offers a great opportunity to ‘go back in time’. Once a 200 acre coffee plantation, it is now a museum showing original coffee artifacts from around the world - tastefully displayed - and the elegant simplicity of the family fine Mahogany furnishings help create a most charming atmosphere. It is a nice place to visit, offering panoramic views of the Caribbean Sea.
Situated overlooking the water, within the port area of Point a Pitre - at the end of the Quai Lesseps, this attractive restaurant offers a delicious, inventive French / Creole fusion menu and the service is friendly and attentive. Although closed on Saturdays and Sundays, they will cater to private parties by request.
Tel: (590) 590 892101
This business is based out of Marina Bas-du-Fort, and is run by rigger Jean Paul Levert, who was a professional racer, and is now a professional rigger. He came highly recommended as being excellent in providing a fast service for any rigging works, and will work with yachts anywhere on island.
Tel: +(590) 590 227633
Cell: +(590) 690 581804
[email protected]
This is the largest shopping centre in the Lesser Antilles with more than 180 shops, including superstores such as Carrefour hypermarche (the largest in the FWI), Mr Bricolage for hardware, Decathlon for sports equipment, and a great selection of French fashion stores, several restaurants etc… An absolute ‘must stop’ whilst in Guadeloupe! They close on Sundays. Most of the shops are open from 0830-2000hrs.
Tel: +(590) 590 261010
This well recommended provisioning company is run by English speaking Anair Desplanques who is said to provide a very efficient service, in particular when sourcing ‘high end’ products. Email or phone for her product listing.
Tel: (590) 590 238337
Fax: (590) 590 234159
Cell: (590) 690 838488
[email protected]
Also located in the Jarry industrial estate close to the Gourmet Shop; La Grande Epicerie offers an amazing array speciality items. Unusual chocolates, teas, coffees and conserves; rare spices, oils and vinegars and fine wines, champagnes and rare liquors. There are freezers full of best quality French frozen products and hors d’ouvres and mini dessert platters ready to go! Open Mon–Sat 0830–1800hrs.
Tel: (590) 590 253837
[email protected]
Part of the large Primantilles group, their small Gourmet Shop located in the Jarry Industrial area carries an impressive stock of gourmet dry stores and frozen products and has a fabulous fresh meat counter with every type of cut imaginable, a fresh dairy section and fresh fruits and vegetables too.
Tel: (590) 590 265620
[email protected]
This is a sushi delivery service which again came well recommended. With a menu of 17 different options at very good prices, this company offers delivery for a small extra charge to the Marina Bas du Fort. Orders placed before mid-day will be delivered the same afternoon.
Tel: (590) 690 648948
Tel: (590) 690 722849
Martial Barriel is a certified surveyor with over 20 years of experience in yachting. He was said to be very professional, knowledgeable and speaks good English.
Cell: +(590) 690 554278
Tel / Fax: +(590) 590 281441
[email protected]
Not for the faint hearted, but a fabulous adrenalin fueling experience is to ‘free fall’ parachute jump from a plane high above the peninsular of St.Francois with the stunning coloured waters of the lagoon far below! Acting to the highest levels of security this company will also video your 4000 metre free fall experience!
Tel: (590) 690 867336
www.caraibeparachutisme.com
Operating from the calm waters of St.Anne, Orizon operates exciting seaplane flights. For a taster they offer a quick 20 minute first flight around the bay, then, if the ‘bug bights’ instructed flying courses are offered.
Tel: (590) 690 310808
[email protected]
orizon-ulm.com
For a really serious hike to the summit / crater of La Soufriere, the highest volcanic mountain in Basseterre, we were advised to contact Ariane at Guadeloupe Yacht Concierge who can arrange the experienced guide necessary to lead this challenge!
VHF (Deshaies & Marina Bas du Fort): Ch. 09
Cell: (590) 690 728809
Skype: arianegraf
[email protected]
www.guadeloupeyachtconcierge.com
Claude Thelier is a local figure in the Caribbean. He has more than 30 years of experience as a rigger and is a highly successful racer, still racing maxis and catamarans in major regattas. With a team of 15 staff, they can perform any installation or rigging maintenance / repair works. They can look after any hydraulics problems with access to a huge hydraulics parts stock; and are agents for Sparcraft, Navtec, Acmo, Facnor, and GP 3 rudder bearings.
We received a whole round of good recommendations for Yves Hecq and his company General Mecanique Marine, who were said to be reliable and very competent. As agents for Caterpillar, Onan / Cummins, Lombardini, Eliche Radice (propellers) and Technodrive invertors, amongst others, they carry out the full range of mechanical repairs and welding / fabrication works from their workshop based within Marina Bas-du-Fort. They are also official agents for Quicksilver, Mercury and Mercruiser outboard engines.