News
Tucked away on the west coast of Basse-Terre, Deshaies is one of the most charming villages in Guadeloupe. With its legendary beach, botanical garden, colorful town made famous by a TV series, and proximity to the Cousteau Reserve, the town and its Leeward Coast offer plenty of wonderful days out. Here’s what to do in […]
With its warm waters, turquoise lagoons, and world-famous marine reserve, Guadeloupe is the perfect playground for water sports. From glass-bottom boats to scuba diving, kayaking, and catamaran sailing, here are the best ways to set sail. Explore the ocean floor: snorkeling, scuba diving, and glass-bottom boat tours The highlight is the Cousteau Reserve, around the […]
Guadeloupe is shaped like a butterfly, whose two wings—separated by a narrow strait—offer radically different atmospheres. Beaches and lagoons on one side, mountains and tropical rainforest on the other: here’s how to choose between Basse-Terre and Grande-Terre—or how to combine the two. Understanding Guadeloupe: Two Islands, Two Atmospheres Grande-Terre, to the east, is flat and […]
Seven days is the perfect amount of time to explore both wings of the Guadeloupean butterfly without rushing. Here’s a day-by-day itinerary that balances the beaches and headlands of Grande-Terre, the volcanic landscapes of Basse-Terre, and a day on a neighboring island. It’s easy to adapt for a 10-day trip. Before You Go: How to […]
Guadeloupe is more than just its beaches. From an active volcano to dizzying waterfalls, a world-renowned marine reserve, rugged headlands, and unspoiled islands, the archipelago is brimming with breathtaking sights. Here are Guadeloupe’s must-see attractions and places you absolutely must visit, organized by region to help you plan your trip. Must-See Attractions in Basse-Terre: Volcano, […]
With its two butterfly-shaped wings featuring contrasting landscapes, Guadeloupe boasts some of the most beautiful beaches in the Caribbean. Turquoise lagoons and white sand in the east, golden or black volcanic sand and seabeds teeming with fish in the west, and hidden coves on neighboring islands: there’s a beach for every taste. Here’s our selection […]