Bass-Terre
Between lush vegetation and countless waterfalls, the left wing of the “butterfly” is a real invitation to adventure!
Hike in the rainforest
Basse-Terre is known for its dense and lush vegetation. If you want to explore, several hiking trails are accessible for all levels.
Climb Soufrière
The duration of the ascent is approximately 1h15 for 300 m of elevation via the Chemin des Dames and 1h35 via the Col de l'Échelle. The path is rocky and relatively easy to access, only the last 50 m of climb before reaching the summit are steeper, but wooden stairs greatly facilitate the ascent.
Visit the botanical garden
In the heart of the Guadeloupe Islands, the Deshaies botanical garden offers you a peaceful stroll through the surprising flora of the Antilles! This park offers a great diversity of remarkable plants and trees. A journey for the senses for young and old.
Diving in the Cousteau reserve
The Guadeloupe National Park is a must for all divers exploring the Guadeloupe archipelago. The ecosystems there are exceptional, but particularly fragile. You can see, among other things, magnificent sea turtles.
Discover the Carbet Falls
The Carbet Falls are among the most impressive waterfalls in the Lesser Antilles. The Grand Carbet River takes its source in the riverformer East of Soufrière. Its sulphurous waters clear up after three falls to flow into the sea, 11 km below.
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Do a tasting at the Bologna distillery
The Bologna distillery is located at the foot of Soufrière and is the oldest in the archipelago. Today it produces exceptional rums and fans recognize the scent of volcanic earth. Note that 5 other distilleries are present in Basse-Terre.
