Anchorage

Îlet du Vieux-Fort

3.7GuadeloupeGuadeloupe
Shelter
N, E, SE
Seabed
sand, rock, algae
Anchoring
Allowed

Anchorage off Vieux-Fort at the northern tip of Marie-Galante, on sand, rock and seagrass, 2.7 miles north of the bay of Saint-Louis.

  • Seagrass

Guide

Approach and anchoring

Sheltered from the trade winds, north round to south-east, open to the south and west.

Practical

Mixed bottom of sand, rock and seagrass: set the anchor on sand and keep off the seagrass. Anse Cabou is 0.4 miles to the south.

Key facts

Type
Anchorage
Coordinates
15.99543, -61.30594 (15°59.73'N 61°18.36'W)
Country
Guadeloupe
Shelter
Sheltered from north, east, south-east winds
Seabed
sand, rock, algae
Anchoring
Allowed
Services
Seagrass
Boaters' rating
3.7/5
Updated
October 14, 2026

Getting there

Îlet du Vieux-Fort lies at 15°59.73'N 61°18.36'W, that is 15.99543, -61.30594 in decimal degrees.

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Frequently asked questions

Which winds is Îlet du Vieux-Fort sheltered from?

Îlet du Vieux-Fort is sheltered from north, east, south-east winds.

Can you anchor at Îlet du Vieux-Fort?

Yes, anchoring is allowed at Îlet du Vieux-Fort.

How do boaters rate Îlet du Vieux-Fort?

Îlet du Vieux-Fort is rated 3.7/5 by boaters on BoatMap.

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