Terre-de-Bas Island
Island Caribbean island in Guadeloupe's Les Saintes
One of Les Saintes in Guadeloupe, Terre-de-Bas draws visitors for quiet coves, palm-fringed beaches, Creole villages and snorkeling among nearby coral reefs.
Terre-de-Bas is one of the inhabited islands of the Îles des Saintes, an archipelago that is part of Guadeloupe, a French overseas department. It is one of the two main islands commonly referred to as Les Saintes.
The island offers shoreline and coastal landscapes typical of the group, with small bays and local villages rather than large-scale tourist infrastructure. Activities on the island are generally low-key and oriented toward local community life and natural scenery.
Historically the Îles des Saintes have been part of the French colonial administration of Guadeloupe; Terre-de-Bas shares that colonial and local history but detailed island-level histories are specific to local sources.
Terre-de-Bas sits in the Caribbean Sea as part of the Îles des Saintes, south of the main island of Guadeloupe. The island lies close to its sister island, Terre-de-Haut, within the Guadeloupe archipelago.
How to Get to Terre-de-Bas Island #
Terre‑de‑Bas is reached by ferry from Les Saintes/Guadeloupe main islands. Regular ferry services connect Les Saintes with Basse‑Terre and other islands-check local timetables and harbor notices.
Tips for Visiting Terre-de-Bas Island #
- Ferries and private charters operate from Guadeloupe's main islands-confirm current schedules and book in advance in high season.
- Hire a local guide for coastal walks; some trails are informal and best navigated with local knowledge.
- Respect protected areas-some beaches serve as turtle nesting sites and are seasonally restricted.
Best Time to Visit Terre-de-Bas Island #
December-April generally offers the most stable weather for island visits; avoid hurricane season if possible.
Weather & Climate near Terre-de-Bas Island #
Terre-de-Bas Island's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 21°C to 31°C. Abundant rainfall (1589 mm/year), wettest in September.
January
January is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 21°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm).
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February
February is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 21°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm).
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March
March is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 21°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm).
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April
April is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 22°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm).
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May
May is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. Significant rainfall (120 mm).
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June
June is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 24°C. Significant rainfall (142 mm).
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July
July is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 24°C. Significant rainfall (168 mm).
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 24°C. Heavy rain (206 mm).
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September
September is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 24°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (207 mm).
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October
October is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. Significant rainfall (182 mm).
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November
November is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. Significant rainfall (166 mm).
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December
December is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (103 mm).
