Petit-Bourg walks

A short hike through savannahs, sugarcane fields, Creole gardens and woodland, with a few views of the sea and a brief stretch along the edge of the mangrove.

This hike takes you along the Moustique River to Moustique Canyon. This beautiful canyon, sculpted by nature, allows you to swim and wade through the water up to its small waterfall. The water is shallow, so adults do not need to swim. You can enjoy the natural surroundings and tranquillity along the river.

A gem in the heart of the tropical forest: two waterfalls and a beautiful pool to discover. This circular route starts with a forest trail. Along the way, you will be immersed in the humid atmosphere and amazed by the majestic trees, the scent of incense, the wild orchids and the epiphytic plants.

A short hike in the forest to discover a very pretty waterfall that is ideal for swimming.

This hike will take you into the heart of Guadeloupe's tropical rainforest. The trail leads to the Moreau Falls, where you can swim. Access is prohibited by municipal decree until further notice due to an extremely high risk of rockfalls and mudslides. See here. 

In the heart of the rainforest, in Petit-Bourg, a river trek featuring waterfalls, gorges and cascading steps. It is a demanding trail, as it involves a lot of walking in the river, but in an exceptional setting.

A short hike through the rainforest to admire the last Carbet waterfall, which plunges into a large pool and invites you to take a dip.

Naca Waterfall is situated on the ravine of the same name in the Muraille area of the commune of Sainte-Rose. The challenging route to reach this waterfall consists, in the first part, of a forest walk through vanilla plantations and past gigantic acomats; in the second part, of a water trek to discover the waterfalls and beautiful pools of this river; and finally, of the grand 30-metre waterfall.

A short climb to a summit located on the watershed between the Caribbean coast and the Atlantic coast of Basse-Terre. On a clear day, there are views of the sea on both sides.

A walk through the tropical forest and, after a long effort, you will be rewarded at the foot of the two 100-metre-high waterfalls.

Take a refreshing dip at the foot of the Galion waterfall before tackling the climb up the Armistice trail towards the cistern. Please note that this hike takes around 4 hours.

This hike takes you to La Soufrière, the highest point in Guadeloupe and a dormant volcano. In good weather, the view is magnificent. At the summit, you can truly appreciate the power that lies beneath your feet. Please note that a large section of this trail is currently closed due to the risk of rockfalls and increased volcanic activity.

Climb the Vieille Dame via the traditional route and return via the Col de l'Échelle, then finish the hike with a nice hot bath at the Bains Jaunes. Please note that a large section of this route is currently closed due to the risk of rockfalls and increased volcanic activity.

A very short hike that provides access to a waterfall and a swimming spot. Be careful, however, as the descent is steep and slippery if it has rained in the last few days.

A demanding hike on the slopes of La Soufrière, combining volcanoes, spectacular landscapes and historical discovery with the DC-3 wreck. The section leading to the wreck is the most complicated, very muddy and technical, requiring balance and endurance, while the rest of the route is more accessible. This hike is not suitable for non-athletes or those unaccustomed to challenging terrain, but it offers incredible views and unique memories for those who dare to venture there.

Hike through the Guadeloupean rainforest from the Sofaïa Sulphurous Spring to the Saut des Trois Cornes waterfall.

I suggest a short walk in the countryside on the heights of Sainte-Anne, in the Grands Fonds, which I call Calvaire-Louisiane. A somewhat hidden path where hills and valleys formed by rainwater runoff follow one another. Between the hills, a maze of dirt tracks links the villages. It won’t be circular, but rather a ‘lollipop’ with its stick. It may be slippery and muddy, but it’s often nicely shaded.