Sailor's Island
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Port
Saint Pierre and Miquelon
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Activity Level
Moderate Activity
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Excursion Type
Information Not Currently Available
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At (prices in USD)
$190
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 2¼ Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
Take a guided tour of Sailor's Island (Île-aux-Marins). Abandoned by the last of its residents in 1963, the island is now a living museum, chronicling the turn of the 20th century, when life revolved around religion, Atlantic cod fishing, and the weather.
Only a few minutes by boat from St-Pierre, this isolated dot of land seems frozen in time, offering an unspoiled place steeped in emotive history.
As soon as you set foot on the island, you'll feel an instant change of scenery. The absolute calm and splendid natural surroundings will offer you a rare moment of serenity, far from any hustle and bustle. It's the perfect place to recharge your batteries and reconnect with what's essential, while discovering a natural setting of breathtaking beauty.
Explore the traditional houses, the old school and the Notre Dame des Marins Church — silent witnesses to the lives of the fishing families who forged the island's identity. Each building tells a story; each corner of the island reveals a new facet of its fascinating past.
Follow in the footsteps of those who once lived by the rhythm of the sea. You will visit the Archipelitude Museum, housed in a building that once served as the island's schoolhouse. View artifacts from this period in Sailor Island's history and learn about the shipwreck of the cargo carrier Transpacific.
Please note: Wear comfortable walking shoes. Dress warmly in layers with a windproof and waterproof outer layer; bring a warm hat, gloves and a scarf.