Discover Guadeloupe: Top Outdoor Adventures Awaiting You

Guadeloupe is a French overseas department situated at the very eastern end of the Caribbean Sea, which technically makes it part of the European Union but not the Schengen Area.

The department is composed of 12 islands, six of which are inhabited, and boasts plenty of interesting terrains to explore. The islands are mostly mountainous, which makes hikign and canyoning quite popular.

Adrenaline seekers should head to the “Rivière Ferry” on Basse-Terre Island for a fun and thrilling day of canyoning. Jumpingl, sliding, swimming, climbing, hiking and rappelling will all be involved in the descent into the canyon as well as the ascent out of it. For those who have never tried canyoning before, this may not be for you.

Meanwhile, most hikers will opt to head to Guadeloupe National Park, which is home to La Grande Soufrière, Carbet falls and coastal mangrove forests. Various trails throughout the national park lead to loops of different sizes and plenty of options for half-day adn day-long excursions.

Kayaking through the mangroves in the national park is another popular activity.

Stunning scenery

Guadeloupe boasts pristine beaches, rugged green mountains and volcanoes, and thick semi-tropical rainforests. Heading out on an outdoor adventure is the perfect way to explore these amazing landscapes and take in as much of the island's natural splendor as possible.

Climb La Grande Soufrière

Rising to 1,467 meters (4,813 feet) in elevation, this active volcano is the highest peak in Guadalup[e and all of the Lesser Antilles. Starting from sea level, hikers ascend through thick vegetation up to the rocky summit of this magnificent peak. From here, panoramic views of the island and Caribbean Sea await.

Head to the beach

With year round temperatures in the upper 20s (upper-70s to lower-80s), it is always beach weather in Guadeloupe. Either before or after any outdoor trip, be sure to check out one of the country's many incredible white-sand beaches and enjoy a refreshing tip in the refreshing turquoise-blue waters of the Caribbean Sea.

Average daily temperatures in Guadalupe range from 25 ºC to 28ºC (77 ºF to 82 ºF). Rain is quite common throughout the year, with January through March being the driest months.

Any trip to Guadalupe will begin with a flight into Pointe-à-Pitre International Airport (PTP). From here, it is easy enough to rent a car and drive to your final destination on the island.

French

+590

Euro

December to June