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Hiking in Martinique
Trek deep into the heart of this gorgeous island, a French overseas territory
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Christopher Forsyth
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February, 2012
Half-day hike in the Caribbean rainforest in Martinique
We thoroughly enjoyed our hike in the rain forest of Martinique! We'd expected the enjoy the scenery, mostly, but got so much more than that. Fabrice kept us fascinated with the botany of the forest, the history of Martinique, as well as the scenery (of course!). And Fabrice did a great job of setting a pace that was appropriate for everybody's comfort level on the sometimes steep, sometimes slippery trail.
There are many reasons for choosing Hiking in France
In Martinique, you'll find more than 350 km of walking paths. Discover the lush forests in the north of the island, walk along coastal paths or hike to the top of Mont Pelée. Some of these paths were opened by colonists to traverse the island.
Good to know:
Currency
Euro
Country Code
+596
Language
French and Antillean Creole
Best time to visit
April and May are probably the best months: good weather and no crowds
How to get here?
You can fly non-stop into Martinique’s International Airport from Paris and some major US cities (including Miami and New York)
What’s the weather like?
Peak season is from December to April. May is also a good month to visit. There is a risk of hurricanes during the summer and fall
More info about Hiking in Martinique:
Martinique is an overseas department of France located in the Lesser Antilles in the Caribbean. Apart from its coastal walking paths, the ascent of Mont Pelée -an active volcano and the highest peak on the island- is a favorite among hikers. The volcano famously erupted in 1902 killing more than 30,000 people and then again in 1929 (though this time the area was evacuated in time to prevent casualties). During the ascent, hikers pass by fern forests and can observe the unique flora and fauna on Mount Pelée´s slopes, before getting to the volcano´s caldeira and, eventually, its summit
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