Gosier beach - where dreams become true vacations
Le Gosier's best beach is actually 100m offshore, on the sweet Îlet du Gosier, a minuscule, undeveloped isle. There's good snorkelling to be had in its surrounding waters, as a capsized tug lies near the landing dock and there's an active coral reef to the rear – bring a mask and flippers with you, as you won't be able to rent them on site. Most resort hotels will ferry you over by speedboat for a hefty €7.62; local fishermen at a pier east of the town beach will go the five-minute distance by outboard for €2.29. Be sure, in both cases, to arrange a return time before disembarking. Bring a picnic lunch, or grab a bite from the dockside snack shacks. The majority of Guadeloupe's beaches are open to the general public, but there are some private shores owned by hotels, which are only open to their guests. Nudity is usually welcome on Guadeloupe's beaches, especially near the resorts, so don't be surprised if you see bold beachgoers bronzing in the buff or swimming naked in the sea. Most of the waters rimming the island's beaches are protected and calm, so the swimming here is easy and relaxing. Keep in mind that the facilities at most public beaches can be limited, but beach rental equipment is available at many of the beach resorts and hotels. The sands of Guadeloupe's beaches range from exotic ebony to dazzling white. Some shores, like those found on the island's leeward side, boast golden brown sands, while others have pebbly shores edged by green grass near the mangroves. Towering cliffs stand like fervent watchmen along west-end beaches, and the shallow waters, where fishermen frequent, are home to gorgeous coral formations that are teeming with fascinating marine life. On the southern shores of Grand-Terre, the beaches face the aquamarine waters of the Caribbean Sea, which are warmer and generally calmer than those of the Atlantic, particularly in the sheltered water of the lagoons. West of Basse-Terre, you'll find a cornucopia of beaches, where the sands are like sugar in the south, and gradually get darker as you travel to the north point. Heading east of Basse-Terre, the beaches get more sporadic and scattered. There are both natural as well as man-made beaches on the island, the majority of which are open to the public. Guadeloupe's public beaches are free, but vacationers may have to pay a fee for parking at some of the beach lots. The facilities at the island's free beaches, unlike the hotel beaches, are limited. So, you might not have the luxuries of changing and shower areas. If your beach doesn't offer the facilities you need for your afternoon beach outing, check with neighboring hotels or resorts, who generally welcome non-guests to rent their facilities, such as beach towels and chairs, for a small charge.
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