Guadeloupe
Country: Guadeloupe · Region: Southern Caribbean · Currency: Euro
Guadeloupe is a French Caribbean archipelago known as the Butterfly Island, featuring lush volcanic Basse-Terre with rainforests and waterfalls, and flat Grande-Terre with beautiful beaches. As a French overseas department, it offers European charm combined with tropical Caribbean scenery.
Top sights
Carbet Falls, Parc national de la Guadeloupe, Les Saintes islands, Marie-Galante, Distillerie Damoiseau, Mémorial ACTe museum
Things to do
- Carbet Falls
- A series of three waterfalls on the Carbet River in Guadeloupe National Park with cascades accessible from 5-10 minutes to 3-4 hours hiking from the carpark.
- Parc national de la Guadeloupe
- A 74,100-acre protected rainforest on Basse-Terre with hiking trails and the 1467-meter peak of La Soufrière volcano, the highest mountain in the Lesser Antilles.
- Distillerie Damoiseau
- A rum distillery on Grande-Terre where visitors can learn how rum is made and enjoy a tasting session.
- Zoological and Botanical Park of Guadeloupe
- A garden and nature reserve in Basse-Terre featuring about 85 animal species, hiking trails, and hanging bridges in a jungle setting.
Beaches
- Southern coast of Grande-Terre
- The main resort area with developed, beautiful beaches, calm waters, and beach bars ideal for relaxing.
- Les Saintes
- A scenic eight-island cluster south of Guadeloupe composed of Terre de Haut and Terre de Bas, featuring one of the most beautiful bays.
Where to eat
- Creole restaurants near beaches and marinas
- Most restaurants in Guadeloupe offer local Creole cuisine, often located on or near beaches, shores, or marinas with meal costs ranging €5-40.
Bars and nightlife
- Beach bars on Grande-Terre
- Bars located on the southern coast beaches where visitors can enjoy cocktails while relaxing by the Caribbean Sea.
Forecast for Guadeloupe
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Weather in Guadeloupe by month
Averages from 2015 to 2024, not a forecast. Within about two weeks of a date, the live forecast above is the one to trust.
| Month | Average high | Average low | Rainfall | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F | 72°F | 2.8 in | 18 |
| February | 81°F | 72°F | 2.7 in | 18 |
| March | 82°F | 72°F | 2.9 in | 17 |
| April | 83°F | 74°F | 3.3 in | 18 |
| May | 85°F | 76°F | 2.8 in | 18 |
| June | 86°F | 77°F | 3.7 in | 20 |
| July | 85°F | 77°F | 5.4 in | 26 |
| August | 85°F | 77°F | 6.8 in | 25 |
| September | 85°F | 77°F | 7.7 in | 25 |
| October | 84°F | 76°F | 7.0 in | 24 |
| November | 83°F | 75°F | 5.9 in | 24 |
| December | 81°F | 73°F | 3.3 in | 22 |
Getting around
Rent a car at Pointe-à-Pitre airport, use the public bus system, or hire a taxi, though buses and taxis are inexpensive ways to explore while ferries connect to nearby islands.
What to eat
Try local Creole cuisine found at beachside restaurants, including specialties like Colombo (chicken with curry and rice), accras (fish fritters), and fresh seafood, with meals typically costing €5-40.
Tips
Book a rum distillery tour to learn about Guadeloupe's rum production heritage and sample local rhum agricole, as opening times vary seasonally.
Best for
Beaches, snorkeling, hiking, waterfalls
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