Guadeloupe: Discovering the Butterfly in 11 days

Guadeloupe, discover this 11-day trip

Guadeloupe : Découverte du Papillon en 11 j

Trip Description

Guadeloupe is an island in the French West Indies with a magnificent butterfly shape. A slightly tilted butterfly, a high wing: Grande-Terre. And a low wing: Basse-Terre. It offers, both in Grande-Terre and Basse-Terre, a wide variety of activities, all just as wonderful. Guadeloupe also has the particularity of having other small islands nearby. A range of activities for a stay with family or friends! The advantage of Guadeloupe is that there is everything to satisfy all tastes: white sand beaches, turquoise waters, but also rivers, waterfalls, and enchanted forests. A moment of escape.

Accomodation

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Stay program

day 1
Arrival in Guadeloupe - Saint-François
You dreamed of it, it's the big day! Arrived in Guadeloupe, you are going to create wonderful memories! After getting off the plane and collecting your luggage, you can pick up your rental car directly at the airport. You will head to your suite, which can accommodate 2 to 4 people, in the seaside resort of Saint-François. Upon arrival, don't waste a second to enjoy the pool or the spa! You will spend the first 5 nights of your stay in this accommodation; the package will include breakfast.
day 2
First, lazing on the beach.
It's vacation time, being active is good, but lounging around is good too! We suggest you discover the beaches around your accommodation. Heading towards the magnificent Pointe des Châteaux, you will discover the superb Salines beach, Anse à la Gourde, la Douche beach, and also the lovely family beaches of Le Moule. Don't forget: fins, mask, snorkel, and lycra. For lunch, you will have plenty of options: Saint-François is full of very nice little restaurants. On the way back, make a stop at the craft galleries, you will find treasures there! Especially the breadfruit chips...
day 3
Hiking in Port-Louis
This time, you will set out to discover Port Louis. A very beautiful fine sand beach. The coast that runs along Port Louis and goes up to Anse Bertrand offers sublime panoramas. Deserted beaches, with almost unreal colors. The walk will take you through the mangrove, the beach, and the cliffs. In 7 km, you will arrive at Anse Bertrand. You will be free to walk as much as you want, of course. You will take the time to discover the Chapelle beach in Anse Bertrand, where you can also have a meal. In the afternoon: you will head towards the cliffs and, on the way, make a swimming stop at Anse Laborde, a magnificent beach. Then, head to the Pointe de la Grande Vigie! To return to Saint-François, you can go through Le Moule, where the very famous Zevallos house is located, full of ghost stories…
day 4
History Morning in Pointe-à-Pitre
Day 4, why not discover the history of Guadeloupe? In the morning, you can discover the entire history of the island during a visit to the Memorial ACTe, a magnificent building with modern architecture. The visit will take about 2 hours. In the afternoon, on the way back, take the time to stop at Petit-Havre. Surf enthusiasts, you will love this spot. Petit-Havre also offers many coastal hikes.
day 5
Day in Marie-Galante
You will take the ferry from Saint-François. Here, you will board to go to Marie-Galante! Upon your arrival at the port of Saint-Louis, you will pick up your rental vehicle. During the day, you will set off to discover the most beautiful beaches: Anse Canot, La Feuillère beach… Marie-Galante will also offer you beautiful hikes and historical sites to discover. At the end of the afternoon, it will be time to drop off your vehicle and sail back towards Guadeloupe.
day 6
Departure for Basse-Terre and the beaches.
It will be time for you to leave your accommodation in Saint-François to move to Deshaies. You will be staying in a charming bungalow that can accommodate 4 people, fully equipped so you can prepare your own meals. After settling in comfortably, don't waste any time: go explore the very rich seabed of Ti’Anse beach. Keep your eyes wide open, as the wildlife there is incredible.
day 7
Day at the Saintes
You will go to Trois-Rivières to take the ferry. After 40 minutes of sailing, you will arrive at Terre-de-Haut. Once there, you will have a choice: electric bikes, cart, scooter, or bike. In the morning, reserve the local specialties that sell out very quickly: fish crepes and small fish pastries. Bring a mask, snorkel, and fins. Go discover the crystal-clear waters of Pain de Sucre. For lunch, we suggest you try the specialties at the snack bar Chez les Filles (special mention for the marinated chicken sandwich!) or also at the restaurant Ti Bo Doudou: refined and very affordable! In the late afternoon, you will return to Trois-Rivières.
day 8
Kayak in Malendure and Mamelles park
Go meet the turtles at Malendure, in Bouillante, on a kayak trip to Pigeon Islet. Very often, the turtles have their breakfast in the morning. It is pleasant to watch them feast. By kayak, you will go to the Cousteau Reserve, a true life-size aquarium. For lunch, we will recommend some very good places: La Tuna, Le Rocher de Malendure, both by the sea, or Les Gommiers in the village of Pointe-Noire. In the afternoon, you will take a trip to the Parc des Mamelles, a nature-respecting park that works for the preservation of animal species and biodiversity. You can enjoy a timeless moment, close to the treetops, almost as if you were flying.
day 9
Carbet Falls and Vieux-Fort
In the cool of the morning, you will set off to discover the Carbet Falls! There are 3 falls, and you can choose to discover the first, the most impressive, the second which is the most accessible and has a very strong flow, or the third, of unparalleled beauty. These are rather long hikes, so gather your strength before setting out. On your return, if you're feeling peckish, head towards Vieux Fort. By the sea, in a parking lot right next to an iron carousel, you can taste one of the best bokits in Basse-Terre, from a little truck that doesn't look like much. 4 euros for an XXL bokit, what more could you ask for? In the afternoon, go and discover Vieux Fort, a place full of history and anecdotes…
day 10
Écomusée de Sainte-Rose and beaches, beaches, beaches.
It's your second-to-last day! Make the most of it! You will head towards Sainte-Rose to discover the Ecomuseum, which combines botany, grandmother's remedies, and the culture of Guadeloupe. For lunch, you can go eat near the famous Grande Anse beach, where you will find very good restaurants. Then, in the afternoon, you will enjoy a beach with turquoise water that perfectly matches the golden color of the sand.
day 11
Departure
You will then leave your accommodation! You will head to Pointe-à-Pitre airport to return your rental car.