Guadeloupe
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GUADELOUPE CRUISING GUIDE
An online cruising guide for yachts sailing to Guadeloupe.
| Guadeloupe | |
 Guadaloupe (French) | |
 Flag | |
| Capital: | Basse-Terre |
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| Language: | French, Creole, English |
| Currency: | ?? |
| More notes about the country | |
Background
Guadeloupe is an island group or archipelago located in the eastern Caribbean Sea at 16°15′N, 61°35′W, with a land area of 1,628 square kilometres (629 sq. mi). It is an overseas department of France. As with the other overseas departments, Guadeloupe is also one of the twenty-six regions of France (being an overseas region) and an integral part of the Republic. As part of France, Guadeloupe is part of the European Union; hence, as for most EU countries, its currency is the euro. However, Guadeloupe does not fall under the Schengen Agreement. The capital of Guadeloupe is Basse-Terre.
Expand this with some notes about cruising/sailing in the region
Climate & Weather
Submit the climate and general weather details
Sources of weather forecasting here.
Charts
Submit details of the charts required for safe navigation of the area.
Any navigation notes here.
Local Radio Nets
Submit details of Cruiser's Nets and VHF operating/calling channels here.
Arrival/Departure procedures
The Q flag must be flown on arrival at an official "Port of Entry". Only the skipper may leave the yacht to go ashore to complete the formalities.
Immigration & Customs
Immigration:
French nationals with a valid passport can simply arrive. Nationals of the European Union, USA, Canada, Switzerland and Norway require a valid passport for stays of up to 90 days. Visas are issued to nationals from all other countries on arrival.
Arrivals from South America and some Caribbean areas require a certificate of vaccinations against smallpox and yellow fever.
Customs
Firearms and ammunition are not allowed and must be declared on arrival.
The same "yacht import" (length of stay) regulations apply as in France - see France for details.
Pets: - Guadeloupe falls under the Pets Travel Scheme (PETS) and animals require a current Health Certificate, and a valid anti-rabies vaccination certificate issued by a Veterinarian from the country of departure.
Health & Security
Submit any health warnings/information and any security details here.
Ports & Popular Stops
- Basse Terre (Port of entry)
- Deshaies (Port of entry)
- Iles des Saintes (Port of entry)
- Marie Galante (Port of entry)
- Pointe-a-Pitre (Port of entry)
- Port Louis (Port of entry)
- Saint Francois (Port of entry)
Islands in the Group
Details?
Cruiser's Friends
Submit details/contacts of cruiser's "friends" that can be contacted in advance or on arrival - who can offer information and assistance to our cruising "family".
References & Publications
Books, Guides, etc.
Links to Forum Discussions
List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)
External Links
- Guadeloupe Yachting - Comprehensive yachting information for cruisers.
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
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