Weather
25–31°C, greener and wetter on Basse-Terre.
Best period
January to May; carnival season Jan–Mar.
Travel requirements
Same as mainland France for EU visitors.
Top attractions
- • La Soufrière volcano
- • Chutes du Carbet
- • Mémorial ACTe
- • Cousteau Reserve
Beaches
- • Grande Anse
- • Plage de la Caravelle
- • Bois Jolan
Restaurants
- • Le Rocher de Malendure
- • Les Saintes seafood shacks
Nightlife
- • Gosier waterfront
- • Pointe-à-Pitre live gwoka
Events
Excursions & experiences
Hotels
Travel packages
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