A thousand and one stops in the heart of nature
and Creole culture

 

Travel journal

Guadeloupe is undoubtedly an ideal place to dive or snorkel and discover the riches of the sea bed. Coral gardens, fish species, sponges, seaweed, turtles: varied wildlife and flora will delight diving enthusiasts.

The Saintes archipelago is made up of two small islands, Terre-de-Bas and Terre-de-Haut, the only inhabited ones among other islets. Long isolated, this archipelago has become an important tourist destination.

In Basse-Terre, the mountainous region of Guadeloupe, aquarando offers a unique immersion in the heart of the tropical forest and its crystal-clear rivers. An original experience to enjoy during a stay in Guadeloupe, between wild nature and gentle thrills.

The Basse-Terre region of Guadeloupe is a true invitation to adventure for nature and hiking lovers. It is full of trails offering spectacular landscapes!

Rum distilling is a true institution, part of the history and culture of Guadeloupe. Your trip will be incomplete if you have not visited the archipelago’s best distilleries to learn their story and taste the exceptional spirits produced there.

In Guadeloupe, nature is everywhere and wears a thousand faces. Every year, many visitors come to discover our island, and ecotourism is the form of travel to favour.

Discovering Guadeloupe means enjoying postcard-worthy scenery, extraordinary wildlife and flora, a cuisine rich in flavour and colour, and a cultural diversity and heritage of which its people are proud.

Just name the islands that make up the Guadeloupe archipelago and you will feel an invitation to dream: Marie-Galante, La Désirade, Les Saintes… When it comes to escape, the islands of Guadeloupe deliver on every promise.

The beaches of Basse-Terre are not postcard-perfect white sand beaches, but they are well worth the detour. Wilder and more authentic than the beaches of Grande-Terre, with sand ranging from gold to brown and black and avenues lined with almond and coconut trees, they are perfect for total relaxation.

In the heart of Basse-Terre, the Grand Carbet river rises at 1,300 metres on the eastern slope of the La Soufrière volcano. It flows 11 km further down into the Atlantic Ocean, passing the spectacular Carbet Falls.

Guadeloupean cuisine includes many traditional dishes with fine Creole flavours that make your mouth water. Among them, Tourments d'amour rank in the TOP 5 treats of the archipelago, to be tasted without hesitation.

Jardin Malanga offers a stunning view over the Saintes archipelago. Time to discover these islands, just a few dozen minutes by boat from Trois-Rivières.
Considered one of the most beautiful bays in the world, it is made up of Terre-de-Haut, Terre-de-Bas and seven rocky islets.

From white sand to golden sand, the beaches of the archipelago will make you dream. Translucent water at 26°C all year round, lagoons, and beaches ideal for surfers. Here are the 10 most beautiful beaches of the Guadeloupe islands that you simply must know.

If I say “Guadeloupe islands”, what do you think of? I'd bet my right arm that you immediately think of idyllic Caribbean beaches and the delicious cocktails you dream of tasting.

Why not fly off to the Caribbean with this cocktail of Cuban origin, which can be varied to suit your tastes? Our mixology expert will impress you by reworking the great classics!