Which port to leave from?
Several ports in Guadeloupe serve Terre-de-Haut. Your choice mostly depends on where you are staying on the main island:
- Trois-Rivières (Basse-Terre) — the shortest crossing, about 20 to 25 minutes, with several sailings a day. Ideal if you are staying on the Basse-Terre side (about a 1-hour drive from the airport).
- Pointe-à-Pitre — about 1 h from the Bergevin ferry terminal, a few minutes from the airport. Fewer sailings, mostly in season.
- Saint-François (Grande-Terre) — less frequent sailings and a longer crossing (over an hour, sometimes via Marie-Galante).
Operators and booking
From Trois-Rivières the route is run by operators including CTM Deher and Karu'Ferry; from Pointe-à-Pitre, by FRS Express des Îles (mostly in season). There are more departures in high season (December to April). Operators, timetables and fares change from season to season, so always check them on the operator's website. Expect roughly €25–55 round-trip per adult depending on the port. Book your tickets ahead during busy periods and arrive at the port at least 30 minutes before departure.
Once you arrive
Terre-de-Haut is a small island that is easy to explore on foot. The village, restaurants and shops are clustered near the pier. To venture further (the beaches, Fort Napoléon, Le Chameau), you can rent an electric golf cart or a scooter right at the port. As parking is very limited on the island, travelling light is strongly recommended.
Getting to Villa Kazarev
Villa Kazarev, our villa rental in Terre-de-Haut, is located on the island's hillside, about a 10-minute uphill walk from the pier. Free private parking awaits you on site — a real advantage on an island where parking is scarce — along with an EV charging station, ideal if you rent an electric cart.
In short
- Fastest crossing: Trois-Rivières, 20 to 25 minutes.
- From Pointe-à-Pitre: about 1 h.
- Several departures a day, more from December to April.
- On the island: walking, electric cart or scooter.