Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.

What you will visit:

Scenic Island Drive
Guadeloupe, a fascinating outpost of France, has two main islands which form the wings of a butterfly joined together by bridges and mangrove swamps. Grande-Terre, on the eastern side, has an extensive stretch of sand dotted with colorful beach towns. The mountainous Basse-Terre, on the western side, is home to the wonderful Guadeloupe National Park, dense with lush rainforest foliage (including 90 types of orchids), waterfalls and incredible wildlife and bird species. A scenic drive takes in the varied landscapes, natural highlights and spectacular views.

What you will see along the way:
A scenic drive along roads bordered by sugarcane fields and picture-perfect landscapes will deliver you into the heart of Guadeloupe for exploration of its two main islands. Wend your way past varied landscapes, through lively villages and past a smattering of historic sights.

Photo Opportunities:
Checkerboard Cemetery
Don't miss the opportunity to photograph the visually arresting checkerboard cemetery, nestled in a hillside and noted for its unique black-and-white tombstones arranged in an amphitheater pattern.

Crayfish Waterfall (Cascade aux Ecrevisses)
You'll also want to capture the sparkling beauty of Crayfish Waterfall, set within the lush rainforest scenery of Guadeloupe National Park. The glistening plunge cascades into a pool where visitors often swim and enjoy the refreshing waters.

Castle Point
One of the most famous views on the island, Castle Point marks the eastern extremity and is made of turret shaped rocky islands naturally sculpted by the sea. A cross- shaped memorial to the island's history of slavery tops the area's highest hill, which rewards with views of Grande-Terre and the island of La Desirade.

Shopping:
A highlight of your day is the chance to shop at a local outdoor market in the town of Sainte-Anne. Breathe in the intoxicating scent of exotic spices and peruse the colorful market stalls that sell a dizzying array of produce, spices, sweets and trinkets.