Basse-Terre Volcano Highlands Travel Guide

Explore Saint-Claude On Basse-Terre’s slopes, Saint-Claude is a gateway to La Soufrière volcano, rainforest trails and hot springs; expect muddy footpaths, waterfalls, creole eateries and local guides for crater hikes. Explore Capesterre-Belle-Eau On Basse-Terre’s eastern slopes, Capesterre-Belle-Eau attracts waterfall seekers, with access to rainforest trails, Carbet Falls, banana and sugarcane fields, and roadside rum distilleries. Explore Petit-Bourg On Basse-Terre’s slopes, Petit-Bourg draws hikers to rainforest trails, nearby waterfalls and botanical parks, and hosts roadside rum distilleries and stalls selling plantain fritters and fresh river fish - an inland counterpoint to the island’s beaches. Explore Basse-Terre Island The mountainous, western half of Guadeloupe, Basse-Terre contains rainforest, waterfalls and the active La Soufrière volcano; visitors hike in Guadeloupe National Park and swim beneath cascades. Explore La Grande Soufrière La Grande Soufrière is Guadeloupe’s active stratovolcano and the island’s highest point, with fumaroles and acidic hot springs. Explore Carbet Falls Series of waterfalls within Guadeloupe’s tropical rainforest