All our advice for sightseeing in Guadeloupe
The Guadeloupe island is particularly renowned for its welcoming culture and breathtaking landscapes. If you want to devote your vacation to sightseeing in Guadeloupe, here are all our tips for places to visit for a successful stay.
Discover Deshaies and its wonders
Deshaies is a small preserved and timeless fishing village. Let yourself be seduced by its magnificent beaches and all the aquatic activities associated with them, but also by this small town that is perfectly representative of Creole culture.
The beaches of Deshaies
For lovers of the sea and the beach, Deshaies is the ideal place. Grande-Anse beach , well known for being one of the longest in Guadeloupe, will welcome you whatever your preferences: family picnic, siesta in the shade of tall trees, scuba diving to observe the wonders of the aquatic fauna, swimming in the clear water or even playing with friends on the golden sand beach. La Perle beach will seduce you with the many activities and restaurants it offers. Whether you are alone, as a couple or with your family, this is the ideal place for sightseeing in Deshaies.
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The most beautiful parks and gardens of Deshaies
Do you like nature ? Then you will find your happiness near Deshaies. Climb Orchid Mountain for an incredible ride through the 3 hectares of the park, where more than 150 species of protected and rare orchids grow, as well as rainforest trees and even bonsai trees. The fruit tree garden of Idalie Lucinthe will make you discover Guadeloupe fruit trees. Vanilla, jackfruit, mango, cinnamon and many more can be seen in this typically Guadeloupean natural setting.
The most beautiful tourist sites in Guadeloupe
Between its beaches, its museums, its colorful cities and its many activities, Guadeloupe is a destination of choice to make the most of your holidays. It is overflowing with wonders to discover throughout the year.
The village of Port Louis
This small fishing village, once an old sugar town, will immerse you in the past thanks to its authentic town center and its colorful traditional Creole houses. Port-Louis is also bordered by Souffleur , surrounded by mangroves, renowned for being an essential surfing and snorkeling spot.
The Soufriere volcano
The ascent of Soufrière is one of the tourist activities not to be missed in Guadeloupe. With its status as the highest peak in the Lesser Antilles, this still active volcano promises breathtaking panoramic views . Take the Chemin des Dames trail for a hike of about 2 hours, and climb to the summit. During your journey, you will even come across fumaroles and hot springs.
Accommodation In the hummingbird garden
Located in Deshaies, this cottage has everything to seduce you. In the heart of nature, it offers you to rent lodges, each one more original than the next. So, choose the type of accommodation that suits you best: the magnificent themed villas, the typical Creole huts, the tree houses in the heart of the tropical forest, and many more. These homes can accommodate from 2 to 10 people, to guarantee everyone a wonderful stay. Ideally located just a few minutes from the most beautiful beaches of Guadeloupe and the national park, Au jardin des colibris has received the "Palme verte du tourisme" as well as the "Esprit parc" brand, which rewards the efforts made by the gîte to preserve biodiversity and for the quality of its accommodation.
In addition to these places, there are many other wonderful tourist places to discover in Guadeloupe: the Iles des Saintes, Pointe-à-Pitre, Grande-terre, Marie-Galante, Saint-François, Sainte-Anne, Basse-Terre , Sainte Rose, Trois Rivières, Port-Louis… So don't hesitate for a second and come and do some sightseeing in Guadeloupe, the butterfly-shaped island with multiple colors and flavors!
