Le Mantou - Mangrov'éco

A veritable sanctuary preserved by a unique and complex ecosystem, you will enter a fascinating and mysterious universe. You'll see different species of mangroves and an abundance of fauna

- Crabs such as the touloulou, the "Sémafot" or fiddler crab, and spider crabs
- Birds such as the green heron, warbler, blue egret and osprey,
- The mangrove cassiopeia, an umbrella jellyfish that lives upside down
- The fire sponge
- Molluscs, mangrove oysters
- Termite mounds.
The mangrove is not only a nursery for young fish, but also a refuge from predators.

With a great deal of humour, good humour and, above all, knowledge, your guide will answer all your questions on and around the mangrove with ease and precision: flora, fauna, as well as that of the manatee, a species of marine mammal that has disappeared from the island...

As you sail along, you'll pass by the islets Charles, Thébloux and Sixtain (named after the last owners of the "chaufourniers"), which gave their name to the commune of Trois-Îlets, and off the Gros îlet (or îlet Mandoline). On the way back, stop off at "Petit îlet" for a snack of fresh juice, punch and cakes.

A MUST-DO EXCURSION!

A bit of culture
Diverse flora and fauna.
Génipa Bay is home to the island's largest mangrove swamp. The mangrove is a forest with its feet in the water, a unique natural ecosystem in Martinique, between the maritime and continental domains.
With vegetation such as mangrove trees, with their stilt-like roots accustomed to the salty environment, the mangrove's function is to prevent coastal erosion, but also to protect coral species.
This ecosystem plays a very important role for the island, acting as a buffer zone between the sea and the river mouths. It helps the island to retain its natural state without being disturbed by changes in the sea.

Prices 2024
Book by phone 7 days a week from 7am to 8pm: 0696 11 54 68 - 0596 68 39 19
Half-day (9.30am-12pm and 2pm-3.30pm) - Individual (max. 12 people)
Guided tour with snack, fresh juice and punch tasting. 35 per adult - €20 per child aged 3 to 12.

When you book, please mention that you are coming on our advice, and leave us a comment.

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