Bellefontaine (Martinique) walks

A wild adventure in the heart of Martinique, climbing Morne Chapeau Nègre, located below the famous Piton Lacroix, from Morne Covin.This route is for truly experienced hikers seeking adventure and wilderness , with numerous spiders, snakes and ants present.The trail, often overgrown with dense vegetation, requiresthe use of a machete to clear passages where regrowth is rapid. Several sections therefore require extra effort to progress. The reward comes throughout the hike, via the atmosphere and certain passages offering breathtaking views of Mount Pelée, the Pitons du Carbet and the bay of Fort-de-France.This off-the-beaten-track adventure is ideal for those seeking authenticity and tranquillity, far from the crowds. Prepare yourself for total immersion in the tropical rainforest, where each step brings you closer to communing with nature.

A short hike through the tropical rainforest and its lush vegetation. Halfway along, on the banks of the Rivière des Lorrains, a complete change of scenery is guaranteed!

The climb will reward you with breathtaking views of the island in good weather. Allow six hours, not three hours and 35 minutes as calculated automatically by the software.

One of the most beautiful hikes in Martinique! Immerse yourself in the tropical rainforest, surrounded by lush vegetation, with superb views of the sea at intervals. (N.B.) Check before setting out on this hike. The trail may be blocked by landslides or fallen trees, particularly after tropical storms (see comments posted about this hike at the bottom of the page).

For a breathtaking view of the Diamant rock, anchored off Pointe du Diamant, and the entire east coast of southern Martinique.

On the Caravelle Peninsula, this short route will allow you to discover the mangrove, a very special environment where the forest extends over the sea.

This hike takes you through a variety of landscapes, allowing you to discover the Caravelle Peninsula Nature Reserve and its endemic flora and fauna. In just a few dozen metres, you will go from the Atlantic coast, battered by the waves, to the calm of the mangroves.

A very short climb to a small summit, which offers a superb 360° panorama with the sea on almost all sides.

A hike in a stunning, semi-desert setting by the sea. Opportunity for a good swim on a quiet beach. A great way to combine the pleasures of walking and the beach.