The Grand Café Plantation in Capesterre-Belle-Eau
It is in fact a banana plantation. More than a century of history and passion to discover. You will tour the estate and receive information about the place and its history from the whole team of enthusiasts. A tractor ride through the plantation and a banana juice tasting are included. Microlight flights are possible (enquire in advance).
The village of Deshaies and its botanical garden:
this village is absolutely magical! Set on Coluche's former property, the botanical garden is home to a floral and animal park of more than 7 hectares. There you will discover many flamingos, waterfalls, bougainvilleas, hibiscus, rich wildlife and parrots. The panoramic restaurant serves fine Creole cuisine. Unrivalled view of the Cascade du Parc and the Caribbean Sea.
The Allée Dumanoir in Capesterre
430 royal palms over more than a kilometre. They were planted in 1850 by a member of the Pinel Dumanoir family. Destroyed by a cyclone in 1928, the palms were replanted. Today, this avenue is part of Guadeloupe's historic and tourist heritage.
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Visiting Les Saintes: guide and excursions
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.
The most beautiful hikes in Guadeloupe: Basse-Terre
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!
Explore the treasures of the Guadeloupe archipelago: the islands not to be missed!
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.
10 unforgettable experiences on the islands of Guadeloupe
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.
Basse-Terre: the top 5 stretches of sand not to miss
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.
Discover the Carbet Falls in Basse-Terre
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.
Excursion to the Îles des Saintes archipelago
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.
Top 10 most beautiful beaches of the Guadeloupe islands
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.
Top 5 original must-see visits on the Guadeloupe islands
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.
The Soufrière volcano, a unique site to discover!
La Soufrière, nicknamed the old lady, is an active volcano in Guadeloupe, in the south of the island of Basse-Terre, close to the village of St-Claude. It is the island's only active volcano and is currently dormant.
Waterfalls and rivers of Basse-Terre
The island of Guadeloupe forms a sort of butterfly. If you love nature, you must go to Basse-Terre (the western part of the island).
Les Saintes, Terre-de-Bas
Much less visited than its neighbour, Terre-de-Bas is the 2nd inhabited island of the Saintes archipelago. About 1,000 people live in its 2 villages: the towns of Grande-Anse and Petite-Anse.
Les Saintes, Terre-de-Haut
Terre-de-Haut, the main and most visited island of the Saintes archipelago, is best discovered through several must-see sites: Fort Napoléon, Pompierre beach, Pain de Sucre cove, the climb up the Chameau and the picturesque streets of its town.