This full-day boat tour visits Îles du Salut (Salvation Islands), the offshore site of France's most infamous penal colony. The three islands, Île Royale, Île Saint-Joseph and Devil's Island, are located 15 kilometers off the French Guianese coast and were used as a penal colony from 1852 to 1953.

The tour combines maritime travel with historical exploration. The penal colony operated for over a century and processed roughly 70,000 prisoners. Today, the islands preserve significant ruins: prison cell blocks, the chapel, the director's house, the hospital and solitary confinement cells.

• Three historic islands, Île Royale (main facility), Île Saint-Joseph (solitary confinement), Devil's Island (political prisoner isolation, viewed from sea)

• Penal colony ruins, preserved architecture in various states from 1852 to 1953

• Catamaran travel, comfortable boat crossing through turquoise waters; swimming opportunities (depending on schedule and conditions)

• Wildlife on islands, agoutis, peacocks (introduced), macaws, sea birds; vegetation reclaiming colonial structures

• Self-guided exploration, walk the islands at your own pace; optional guide service for detailed historical commentary

• Round-trip catamaran transfer from Kourou to Îles du Salut

• Landing and entry fees for Île Royale and Île Saint-Joseph

• Non-alcoholic beverages on board

• Guide service (optional, USD 300 per day per guide for group or individual, must be requested at booking)

• Meals and snacks (restaurant available on Île Royale, or bring your own)

• Alcoholic beverages

• Transfer to and from Kourou harbor (arrange own or request our assistance)

• Gratuities for boat crew and guide (if hired)