Excursion Carbet falls hiking trek tour at Basse Terre

Indulge your senses with the stunning beauty of Carbet Falls in a healthy new way during this invigorating, half-day hiking excursion.

Basse-Terre, Coastal Drive, Carbet Falls, Viewing Platform

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 45-minute drive along the Atlantic Coast en route to the rainforest. Upon arrival, head to Carbet Falls. A series of three waterfalls, Carbet Falls is one of Guadeloupe's most well-known natural sites and brought Christopher Columbus to the island in 1493. A marvellous view of two sections awaits you from the accessible viewing platform.

Rainforest Walk, Second Falls, Trois Rivieres, Grand Anse, Les Saintes Archipelago

Next, continue on-foot for a panoramic walk through the lush vegetation of the rainforest to reach the second falls, which drops more than 361 feet (about 110 meters) and is the most spectacular. Leaving Carbet Falls, re-board your coach and head to the city of Trois Rivieres. Upon arrival, a photo stop is made for breath-taking panoramic views of the black-sand beaches of Grand Anse and Les Saintes Archipelago. Afterward, re-board your coach and commence the approximately 30-minute drive back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Basse-Terre, Coastal Drive, Carbet Falls, Viewing Platform, Rainforest Walk, Second Falls, Trois Rivieres, Grand Anse, Les Saintes Archipelago

Note

Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of hiking for approximately 0.93 miles (about 1.5 kilometres), at times over uneven, natural, and sandy surfaces and inclines, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the bus and 365 steps at Carbet Falls. This tour is recommended for guests in good physical condition. This tour is not suitable for pregnant guests, guests with back and/or neck problems, guests with heart and/or respiratory conditions, guests with limited mobility, and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, sturdy, non-slip, and closed-toe walking or hiking shoes, and bring sun protection, insect repellent, raingear, bottled water, and Euros or credit cards for purchases from the ship. Guests must be at least seven years old to participate on this tour; minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over 18 years old. Operation of this tour is subject to weather conditions. The tour sequence may vary.