Top Things to do in Guadeloupe
9 Things to Do in Guadeloupe That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Guadeloupe, Guadeloupe including Pointe des Chateaux, Les Bieres de la Lezarde, Plage de la Perle, Jardin Botanique de Deshaies, Petite Terre, Vanibel, La Soufriere Volcano, Porte d'Enfer, Les Saintes.
Restaurants in Guadeloupe
1. Pointe des Chateaux
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
2. Les Bieres de la Lezarde
Overall Ratings
5 based on 214 reviews
Brewery on the banks of the River Lézarde, Vernou, Petit-Bourg, Guadeloupe. You will discover the artisanal manufacturing site of the famous beer Lézarde, only craft beer of the island. Here you will find beers, ofcourse, but also snacks, soft drinks ... to enjoy on the Terrace in the heart of the rainforest. Free WIFI.
Reviewed By marcomH38BP - Ottawa, Canada
Went to Guadeloupe for the first time in March 2017. I was looking for a location with a waterfall where there was no group excursion and tourist did know about. After making a search on google I found this place "saut de le lezarde" that looked pretty interesting. Drove to the location but got lost on the way but ended up at a brewery "bière de la lézarde". Decided to go in for a beer and ask for some directions. Got in the backyard and wow the scenery was amazing. Patio like, two or three levels going down a hill in the forest and the view was just unreal. Lots of deferent beers to choose from and the staff are really friendly. I had a beer and some directions to the falls and had a day to remember. The place might be a bit hard to find but a most see!!!
P.s. Check out my video of the falls on YouTube
Or type in "just another day Guadeloupe saut de la lézarde"
Enjoy
3. Plage de la Perle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 583 reviews
Reviewed By Katie F - Washington DC, District of Columbia
We loved la Perle. We had seen this beach many times on the "Death in Paradise" series from the BBC. This is where the detective's house is located on the TV series, so of course we had to check it out. It's another of the lovely Beaches along Basse Terre's northwest coast that has a wild, natural look, offers good eats at the little cafes, and doesn't look crowded even when parking is tight. I suspect the weekends and tour times may be different, but we went on a week day and that seems to be the best time to enjoy these lovely Beaches.
4. Jardin Botanique de Deshaies
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
A Spectacular Botanical Garden and Wildlife Park Open to the public since the 1st April 2001, the Botanical Gardens at Deshaies are a recent creation. This park, whose youth is imperceptible, has very quickly imposed itself as the place to be for nature enthusiasts and lovers of tropical plants. Situated on the windward coast of Basse-Terre, 100m in altitude up above the town of Deshaies, the garden stretches out over 5 hectares of sloping mountainside. Its favourable location guarantees beautiful views over the coast and an unrivalled vantage-point overlooking the bay of Deshaies. The site was already home to a nursery created by Guy Blandin, a plant-lover who brought rare and unknown plant species from his travels around the world back to Guadeloupe. Many of them unfortunately disappeared when Cyclone Hugo hit and severely damaged the island in 1989. The humorist Michel Colluci, also known as Coluche, acquired the property in 1979. A few years later, in 1985, he invited his friend Michel Gaillard, an interior landscaper in Mainland France, to set up his nursery there in exchange for taking care of the property's garden. A year later, the death of Coluche brought the future of the property back into question. Michel Gaillard bought back the property in 1991 to honour the memory of his friend, with the idea in mind of creating a botanical garden. This risky and ambitious project required several years of planning, of research into its feasibility and then of execution. The garden was finally brought about in accordance with Michel Gaillard's and the landscaper Samuel Craquelin's plans. Over the course of the path which snakes its way through the Gardens, visitors today discover a world of real abundance: a world with 800 species of plant all brought together, with several animal species, which were introduced much to the delight of children, and with the most spectacular and unexpected landscapes following one after the other. Tourists are invited on an unforgettable walk amidst fifteen or so different scenes.
Reviewed By Anne S - Guernsey, United Kingdom
Yes, the Gardens were as good as we remembered them to be when we first visited them ten years previously on our first holiday in Guadeloupe!
I am a keen gardener so visiting the Jardin Botanique at Deshaies was a joy. They were much as I remembered from our first visit but I thought there were less plants in flower this time. However it's still a lovely experience and beautifully laid out in different plant zones, such as tropical, arid, palms etc. The water features are also spectacular and the colourful parrots are a great attraction, especially for children who love to feed them with the special food you can purchase. The flamingos add an exotic note.
We had a snack at the café and afterwards when looking over the Terrace at the sea view below I was lucky enough to spot a humming bird on a bush which just made my day.
Most people come by car or tour bus, often from a cruise ship. However we didn't have a car so took a bus from the Habitation Grande Anse where we were staying to Deshaies and then made use of the free shuttle bus that takes people to the Gardens. You can call them on the number advertised on their website but it is not very well advertised unfortunately - or ask your hotel.
5. Petite Terre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 600 reviews
Reviewed By Sebmg - Paris, France
A reel paradise that you will have to share with other tourists also came by boats,the only way to get to this island.
An amazing wild life,you walk among iguanas and you swimm with sharks,turtles and many other fishes: INCREDIBLE and so many memorables moments...
you spend the day,you eat under the palm trees and you enjoy paradise.
6. Vanibel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 227 reviews
Reviewed By GourmandeSuomi - Helsinki, Finland
We didn't know much about coffee and thought being in Guadeloupe, visiting Vanibel would be a great opportunity to learn more about a beverage we dearly love! And that's right!
Our guide explained us everything about coffee growing and processing, the different varieties found on the shelves of our grocerie stores. But that's not all! He also explained us the delicate process of growing vanilia.
It was a great visit that ended by a delicious cup of coffee with the best bananas we've ever tasted!
Last but not least, it's easily accessible, meaning the road is good and not scary, unlike other coffee properties...
7. La Soufriere Volcano
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 738 reviews
The highest mountain in the lesser Antilles is also a volcano and an important landmark of Guadeloupe's landscape.
Reviewed By Madalyn H - Huddersfield, United Kingdom
We did the full circuit around the volcano rather than the summit route. Interesting vegetation zones and more rugged once past the turn-off for the ascent. Paths wet, but in good condition and easy to follow. Not all paths in the area have been reopened post Hurricane Maria, so some care is needed when planning routes. Walking boots and waterproofs advised.
8. Porte d'Enfer
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 139 reviews
Reviewed By Film G - Aurora
Hell's Gate (free English translation) is a pair of high cliffs at the entrance to a long, finger-like inlet that is very calm, and OK for swimming. At the Hell's Gate, there is high surf and waves, as the rough sea hits it. There is an easy path along the inlet, some of which is wheelchair-accessible. Take it. At the entrance to the path there is a reasonably clean toilet. Plus, there's a restaurant there (Chez Coco) which is Highly Recommended. Drive on north and there's a short path to another headland with great views.
9. Les Saintes
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By kathyp686 - Anchorage, Alaska
We thoroughly enjoyed this village as part of a cruise ship stop. The small shops and houses were colorful and it was fun to walk around the streets. Things were fairly lively with many people on scooters or electric vehicles. We spent some time at the beach in the beautiful clear blue water. There weren't many places open along the beach in mid January but that was okay. We walked out of town toward the Fort and had great views and talked with some of the locals along the way. In town we saw more roosters in one yard then I think I've ever seen on a farm! I would have to say this place is charming and it might be fun to even spend some time here relaxing and snorkeling. There is a ferry that comes into Les Saintes and it seemed quite popular.
