Devil's Island

Devil's Island redefines what a cruise port can be by marrying mythic scenery with a living classroom, perched off the coast of French Guiana where dense rainforest meets the Atlantic and a storied penal past lingers like a mist. The set of experiences that set it apart includes exclusive Zodiac expeditions to secluded coves along the Îles du Salut, guided canopy walks through whispering treetops for endemic birds and howler monkeys, and twilight kayak safaris through tranquil mangroves that glow with bioluminescence. Visitors can tread carefully along the ruins of the old penal colony with interpretive guides who honor history while framing the future, then celebrate with a sunset sail past emerald islets and coconut-palmed shores. Destinations aboard starting from the port include the Îles du Salut group—Devil's Island, Royale, and Saint-Joseph—plus inland excursions into the Guiana rainforest to see waterfalls, creeks, and the lush biodiversity that earned this coast its unspoiled reputation, with a close proximity to Cayenne's markets and the space-center vistas at Kourou. The fleet serving Devil's Island features eco-forward, quiet-hull ships with enhanced stabilizers, state-of-the-art expedition tenders, and panoramic observation lounges that make every transfer feel intimate rather than rushed. Onboard services blend French-Guyanese hospitality with modern pampering: multilingual curators for history and nature talks, spa rituals built around rainforest botanicals, refined Creole-French dining that celebrates fresh seafood and tropical fruits, and family-friendly programs that connect younger guests with conservation projects and local traditions.