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View on the south cape of the Martinique island

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Getting Around Martinique

Air: 

Aeroplanes and helicopters may be chartered from Air Martinique.

Side of road: 
Right
Road quality: 

The road system is well developed and surfaced.

Car hire: 

Car hire: The island has excellent car hire facilities. 50cc mopeds do not need a licence. Bicycles can also be hired.

Taxi: 

Taxi: Government-controlled, plentiful and reasonably cheap if shared. The majority of taxis are Mercedes-Benz. There is a 40% surcharge at night (2000-0600). Main taxi stands are at major hotels, resorts and the airport.

Coach: 

Documentation: 

Documentation: An International Driving Permit is recommended, but a national driving licence is sufficient, provided the driver has at least one year's experience. The minimum driving age is 21.

By water: 

Scheduled ferries ply between Fort-de-France and the main resorts of Trois Îlets and Sainte-Anne via Anse Mitan, Pointe du Bout, Anse à l'Âne and Anses d'Arlet. Children's tickets are half price.

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