Saint Francois - La Desirade
Ferry to La Desirade Island
Saint Francois - La Desirade
Ferry to La Desirade Island
See ferry fares and operators from all over the world in one spot, and find the sailing that fits your trip. Booking early is usually the surest way to get a good price and plenty of choice.
Discounts are available with Direct Ferries all year round. If a senior discount applies to your crossing, it's applied for you automatically once the right age bracket is selected in the passenger options.
Students and recent graduates can claim a 5% saving. Register with our partner Student Beans to verify eligibility, then apply your discount code at checkout.
Resident discounts also apply to a number of Spanish and Italian routes — pick the "Residents" option during search and the fare adjusts automatically. Be ready to show proof of address, such as an ID card or residency certificate, at check-in.
Requirements for travel documents change from route to route, so check what's needed ahead of time. A valid passport is usually required for Saint Francois to La Desirade travel, plus any visa or national ID relevant to your nationality. Since the rules depend on your citizenship and destination, our Check-in, Travel Documents & Tickets guide is the place to check for the latest guidance and avoid delays at check-in.
To book, just add your departure port, arrival port and preferred date, and you'll see every fare and sailing on offer. You can also compare alternative routes and times to find your best match.
Look out for early-bird pricing and flexible ticket options, such as upgrades or flexi-fares that let you make changes down the line. Entering accurate details — passenger count, vehicle specs and so on — keeps the process running smoothly.
As soon as your booking is confirmed, a confirmation email will land in your inbox. What happens next with your boarding pass depends on the operator you've booked.
Some operators issue boarding passes right away, while others need you to check in at the port itself. Where it's supported, the Direct Ferries app lets you check in online in advance.
You'll usually find ticket desks close to the ferry terminal. Giving yourself a little extra time before departure means you can collect tickets and check in without any stress.
Bring your confirmation email and valid photo ID, such as a passport or identity card, to check in. Pet owners should have vaccination and insurance documents on hand, and anyone with a resident discount should carry proof of address.
There are a few reasons departures from Saint Francois to La Desirade might not show for your chosen date — a schedule change, sold-out sailings, or a seasonal lull are the most likely. Try another date or check alternative routes through our Route & Port finder.
Booking your Saint Francois to La Desirade ferry well ahead of time generally works in your favour — you'll usually find better fares and a wider choice of departures and cabins.
A few weeks ahead is usually enough notice to catch the best offers, though fares can still fluctuate with the season and remaining space.
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For those wishing to get away from the hustle and bustle of a hectic city and escape to a tranquil haven for a few days, La Desirade is the perfect location. With an area of just over 22 square kilometres, the island is one of the smallest and least developed in Guadeloupe: there are no shopping centres or busy town centres, La Desirade mainly consists of long stretches of uninhabited land. Even the most picturesque beaches are largely deserted. Despite the lack of attractions, La Desirade does have something to offer. The lack of population means that there is little crime in the area, so tourists can walk freely among the streets at night. The seafood on offer at many of the restaurants is usually straight from the fishing boats, meaning it is as fresh as anywhere in the world. The delicious food alongside the welcoming atmosphere creates an ambience very popular with tourists. The ferry route out of La Desirade is to Saint Francois in Gaudeloupe, with a daily crossing lasting around 45 minutes. The island is small enough to cover by foot, so it is possible to walk to the port from the town centre; there are also taxis available for those wishing for a quicker journey.
