Excursion Ile aux marins tour at Saint Pierre

Embrace the beauty, history, and charm of Ile aux Marins (Sailor's Island) via boat and on-foot during this bespoke island excursion.

Saint-Pierre, Downtown Area, Ferry-Ride, Ile aux Marins

Depending on your ship's docking location, either begin your tour downtown by walking directly to the local ferry station, or taking a shuttle bus to the downtown area and walking to the ferry station. Upon arrival, embark your ferry for the short ride to Ile aux Marins, a charming island in the Atlantic Ocean facing Saint-Pierre. Settled in 1604, Ile aux Marins was a commune until 1945, when it was annexed by the commune of Saint-Pierre. Upon arrival, disembark the ferry and take a guided walking tour of the island.

Guided Walking Tour, Museum, Church, Cross, Grotto, Cemetery

Along the way, discover why Ile aux Marins is a unique testimony to the fishermen's past. In the 1960s, the last permanent residents left the island. However, heritage groups, with help from the French and local governments, have given life back to the island, which is now an essential attraction for visitors and tourists alike. During your walking tour, take in splendid views and photo opportunities whilst passing by local sites such as the museum, Church, cross, grotto, and cemetery. Afterward, embark the ferry for the short ride back to St. Pierre. Upon arrival, disembark the ship for the short walk back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Saint-Pierre, Downtown Area, Ferry-Boat-Ride, Atlantic Ocean, Ile aux Marins, Guided Walking Tour, Museum, Church, Cross, Grotto, Cemetery, Seascapes

Note

Please note: This tour involves an extensive amount of walking, at times over uneven and cobblestone surfaces and inclines, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the shuttle bus and embark/disembark the ferry. Guests must be able to walk for approximately two hours. This tour is not suitable for guests prone to seasickness, guests with limited mobility, and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes, and bring sun protection, a sweater or jacket, raingear, bottled water, and Canadian Dollars or credit cards for purchases from the ship. Guests must be at least 18 years old to be served alcoholic beverages. Operation of this tour is subject to weather conditions. The tour sequence, timings, and itinerary may vary.