Practical information

Everything you need to know to join us

Our association office

MARËIS has an association office located in the heart of Sainte-Anne, near La Caravelle beach. This is where we organize our meetings, store our equipment and welcome volunteers.

MARËIS - Non-profit association

12 rue des Palétuviers

97180 Sainte-Anne

Guadeloupe, France

Opening hours

Association office

Welcoming visitors and volunteers

Office opening hours
Monday Closed
Tuesday 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM / 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM / 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Saturday By appointment
Sunday Closed

Phone line

For any questions or information

Tuesday to Friday

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Outside these hours, you can leave a voicemail or send us an email.

Field activities

Clean-ups, trips, events

Clean-ups: Usually Saturday mornings (8:00 AM - 12:00 PM)

Observation trips: Weekends and holidays according to calendar

School workshops: Weekdays upon request

View calendar

How to get there?

By car

From Pointe-à-Pitre, take the N4 towards Sainte-Anne (about 25 min). Our office is located 5 minutes from La Caravelle beach.

Parking: Free parking nearby.

By bus

Karulis bus line from Pointe-à-Pitre, stop at "Sainte-Anne Centre". Then 10 minutes walk to the office.

Info: Schedules on karulis.gp

Landmarks

Our office is located near:

  • Sainte-Anne Church (200m)
  • Covered market (150m)
  • La Caravelle beach (500m)

Memberships and fees

Individual membership

€20 / year
  • Participation in activities
  • Reduced rates on trips
  • Monthly newsletter
  • Voting rights at AGM
Join

Observation trip

€15 member

€25 non-member

  • Supervised by a guide
  • Snorkeling equipment loan
  • Duration: about 2h30
  • Insurance included
Book

Beach clean-ups and conferences are free and open to everyone.

Need help?

How do I become a volunteer?

It's simple! Fill out the contact form by selecting "Become a volunteer" or come directly to our office during opening hours. No special skills are required, just motivation!

Do I need to know how to swim to participate in trips?

For snorkeling trips, it is recommended to know how to swim. However, we also offer observations from the shore or by boat, accessible to everyone. Feel free to contact us to find the right activity.

Can children participate?

Yes! Children are welcome from age 6 for clean-ups (accompanied by an adult) and age 8 for observation trips. We also offer workshops specially designed for young people.

How can I make a donation?

You can donate by bank transfer, check or directly at our office. Donations qualify for a 66% tax reduction. Contact us for bank details or a tax receipt.

Do you offer corporate workshops?

Yes, we offer eco-friendly team-building activities (team beach clean-ups) and awareness conferences for businesses. Contact us for a custom quote.

Have a question? Contact us!

Our team is available to answer all your questions.