• Hiking in the islands of Guadeloupe
  • Hiking in the islands of Guadeloupe
  • Hiking in the islands of Guadeloupe
  • Hiking in the islands of Guadeloupe
  • Hiking in the islands of Guadeloupe
  • Hiking in the islands of Guadeloupe
  • Hiking in the islands of Guadeloupe
  • Hiking in the islands of Guadeloupe
Pointe-à-Pitre

Hiking in the islands of Guadeloupe

Réf : DUGLYB

In summary

  • Sports
    Hiking / Trekking
  • Duration
    8 days
  • Level
    Intermediate

    Levels

    Hiking / Trekking
    Beginner
    For those wishing to walk for up to 3 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, trails, or rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.
    Intermediate
    For those wishing to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of around 600m on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.
    Confirmed
    For those wishing to hike for up to 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 600 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in a sporting activity once a week, hike regularly, and are in very good physical condition.
    Advanced
    For those wishing to undertake multi-day hikes involving over 6 hours of walking and an elevation gain of 700 to 1,200 meters, off-trail or over rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports several times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.
    Expert
    For those who want a challenging hike of 7 to 8 hours per day with over 1200 meters of elevation gain off-trail or on rough terrain. High-altitude sections. You have been practicing high-intensity endurance sports several times a week for several years, and you are training for this event.
  • Destination
    Guadeloupe / Pointe-à-Pitre
  • Age
    From 8 - 75 years
  • CO₂-Emissions
    16 kg CO2
  • Type of stay
    This personalized stay offers you the opportunity to experience a sporting adventure with an organization tailored to your needs.
    Type of stay
    Independent traveler

In a few words

With the help of a carefully designed itinerary to help you discover Guadeloupe , hike at your own pace. Stay in accommodation certified with the European Ecolabel, nestled on the foothills of the Soufrière volcano at an altitude of 500 meters. Your hosts, Laurence and Eric, both mountain guides and experts on Guadeloupe National Park, will share all the information you need to make your trip unforgettable. Numerous restaurants will delight your palate with flavorful and traditional cuisine!

The highlights

  • Hiking on an active volcano
  • Discovering one of the world's most important biodiversity hotspots
  • Hiking on the Saintes archipelago, ranked among the most beautiful bays in the world
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Sport

Level

Hiking / Trekking

Intermediate

Levels

Hiking / Trekking
Beginner
For those wishing to walk for up to 3 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, trails, or rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.
Intermediate
For those wishing to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of around 600m on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.
Confirmed
For those wishing to hike for up to 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 600 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in a sporting activity once a week, hike regularly, and are in very good physical condition.
Advanced
For those wishing to undertake multi-day hikes involving over 6 hours of walking and an elevation gain of 700 to 1,200 meters, off-trail or over rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports several times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.
Expert
For those who want a challenging hike of 7 to 8 hours per day with over 1200 meters of elevation gain off-trail or on rough terrain. High-altitude sections. You have been practicing high-intensity endurance sports several times a week for several years, and you are training for this event.
For those wishing to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of around 600m on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.

The expert's opinion

Hiking in tropical environments is technical, sometimes involving river crossings.


In figures

Hiking

  • Average duration/day: 4h
  • Average distance/day: 6 km
  • Average daily elevation gain: 214 m
  • Average daily descent: 214 m
  • Maximum altitude: 1467 m

Management

The paper roadbook contains all the information directly in your bag.
Paper Roadbook
Your hosts, who are also mountain guides, have been offering outdoor activities in Guadeloupe for over 25 years and will be there to guide you.

Management

Security

On site, we will inform you of the weather conditions.
Learn more about supervision

Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Day 7
Day 8
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    Arrival Reception

    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch included
    • Dinner included

    You have arrived in Guadeloupe, as soon as you leave the airport your car rental agent will be waiting to take you to pick up your vehicle.

    Heading to Basse-Terre and more precisely the Commune of Saint Claude located at the gates of the National Park under the Soufrière volcano.

    After a good hour's drive, you arrive at your accommodation.

    Welcome and, depending on the time, briefing to present your stay, first ti punch, dinner in your accommodation.

    Day 1

Note

The order of the days is given as an indication only, the hike to the Soufrière volcano is fixed as it is booked with a guide.

We will advise you based on your arrival day, the weather, the opening days of certain places to discover, to find the best plan for your stay.

In the evening or the following morning, depending on your arrival time, we will give you a briefing introducing your stay and Guadeloupe. This will provide you with all the necessary information for a smooth and enjoyable trip.

You always have someone in your accommodation available every day to answer your questions

Accommodation

🏠 Holiday rental - Day 2
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  • 🏠 Holiday rental - Day 2
  • 🏠 Holiday rental - Day 2
  • 🏠 Holiday rental - Day 2
  • 🏠 Holiday rental - Day 2
🏠 Holiday rental - Day 2

Nestled amidst lush vegetation in the commune of Saint-Claude, at the foot of the Soufrière volcano, the Ecolodge Les Bananes Vertes is the perfect place to recharge in complete tranquility after active days of exploration. It is located near some of Guadeloupe's most beautiful hiking trails , the ferry terminal for Les Saintes, the Cousteau Reserve, and La Grivellière. The property features a heated swimming pool, maintained at a comfortable temperature between 26 and 30 degrees Celsius. The environmentally friendly magnesium water treatment system ensures clear, crystalline water that is gentle on the skin and eyes.

Access

Departure
Pointe-à-Pitre
Day 1 : 15h00
End of stay
Pointe-à-Pitre
Day 8 - 11h00

Airport car rental pick-up.

Return to the airport and hand over your rental car approximately four hours before your departure.

Go to the starting point

Access by plane
The nearest airport isGuadeloupe Pointe-à-Pitre
Access by car
Travel to the place of stay Find out about parking options nearby

You have a parking space at Bananes Vertes.

We have provided an electrical outlet for charging your electric vehicles.

Price details

The price includes

  1. Accommodation for the duration of the stay
  2. Dinner on the first night, a basic first breakfast
  3. The category A rental car for the duration of the stay
  4. Guided hike to Soufrière
  5. The Saintes ferry ticket
  6. The trip presentation briefing and the digital travel guide

The price does not include

  1. The flight to Guadeloupe
  2. Dinners, lunches and breakfasts
  3. Drinks
  4. The car park and the ferry terminal for Les Saintes
  5. the Carbet Falls tax
  6. Fuel for your vehicle
  7. Tips
  8. The supplement for solo travelers
  9. Anything not mentioned in 'the price includes'

Options

  1. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

Specific formalities
Equipment
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Our partner team

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Depuis 1996, Laurence et Éric partagent leur passion de la montagne à travers des séjours aventure en Guadeloupe. Experts des activités de pleine nature, ils proposent des itinéraires sur mesure, du randonneur occasionnel au sportif aguerri. Pour une immersion totale, ils vous accueillent dans leurs hébergements éco-responsables : Les Bananes Vertes, au pied de la Soufrière, ou leur adresse de charme sur l'archipel des Saintes. Une approche authentique et durable pour découvrir les îles de Guadeloupe sous un angle sportif et sauvage.
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