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is the perfect opportunity to try 'canyoning' through a tropical
rainforest of Guadeloupe. Right from the ship, you are taken on a
breathtaking ride through the National Park. Your drive to
Gourbeyre, on the coast, is alone a reason for this tour. There,
after a little preparation, you will begin an easy 30 minute walk
into the rain forest. Vanilla, mangoes, tropical flowers surround
you. Another briefing will be held when you arrive at the RIVIERE
DU GALION. And then, going downstream, you follow your guide, by
foot, by swimming, by jumping in the basins... and by gliding on
the natural tobogans (FUN!). All the while, the water temperature
is 80 degrees. Within a few hours you are at the end of the canyon
and it's 20' big slide ending! This Trip Is a Blast! |
| Departures
(Local Island Time): 08:30 AM (5 hrs) |
| Pricing:
Per Person: $58.00 USD Child: $53.00 USD (7 to
11 years) |
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Go
'off-road' to discover Grande-Terre's fabulous coral beaches. Your
guide will be waiting for you at the pier for this exciting jeep
tour to discover the north end of Basse-Terre and the water falls
of the Emerald River.
You will drive past banana plantations and across sugar cane, coco
and pineapple fields as you head off the beaten track. A stop will
be made to taste the tropical fruits.
Then drive thru the fishing village of Sainte Rose, which faces
the small islands at the big marine inlet, as we head for the
'under the wind' coast. There will be a stop at the viewing point
of the 'Grand Anse' beach, the longest and most beautiful brown
sand beaches in all of Guadeloupe. You'll have time to take in a
swim.
A lunch at a typical Creole restaurant is included.
Then, depart for the superb water fall of the Acomat River (known
as the Emerald River). You'll have to walk about 10 minutes,
through the tropical rain forest, to get to this beautiful fall.
Here you may swim under the six meter fall.
The return trip is by the 'col des mamelles' which crosses the
National Park.
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| Departures
(Local Island Time): 08:30 AM (8 hrs) |
| Pricing:
Per Person: $67.00 USD Child: $63.00 USD (5 to
11 years old) |
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Visit
this beautiful island and its well known Carbet Falls. Depart by
jeep or mini-bus for South Basse-Terre. Within an hour, you should
arrive at the Longueteau Distillery, the oldest in Guadeloupe.
Nice way to start the morning.
Then, a drive to the foothills of the Carbet Falls. There will be
an easy walk of 20 minutes across the luxurious vegetation of the
tropical forest, up to the second of the Carbet Falls, about 300
feet high. You will have the opportunity to bathe in the waters of
the hot springs.
Ready for lunch? We'll stop at a Creole restaurant. (Included in
the price of the trip).
In an hour or so, we'll leave for the Soufriere Volcano, a dormant
volcano with a peak reaching up 4,813 feet.... the guide will tell
you the secrets of the volcano.
Your return trip back to the pier will pass through Trois Rivieres,
where Indian drawings date to 400 A.D., one of the best
concentrations of Arawak drawings in the Caribbean. You will also
pass Vieux Fort, where the Centre de Broderie displays laces that
have been made on the island for centuries. |
| Departures
(Local Island Time): 08:30 AM (8 hrs) |
| Pricing:
Per Person: $68.00 USD Child: $63.00 USD (5 to
11 years old) |
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How
about this scuba dive, located at the Jacques Cousteau Underwater
Reserve, his favorite place. Discover the wonderful
submarine landscape of the Cousteau Reserve. A 45 min. shuttle
accross the National Park to join the 'under the wind' coast.
Preparation with the diving instructors.
Travel 15 minutes by boat to join the "Pigeon Ilets", in
a natural reserve. SCUBA diving with the tropical fishes.
A planteur-rum will be offered on board after your excursion!
Shuttle back to the pier. |
| Departures
(Local Island Time): 08:30 AM (5 hrs) |
| Pricing:
Per Person: $75.00 USD |
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Discover
marvelous tropical sites on this very sporty and active day. This
busy day in the breathtaking island of Basse Terre will be
stimulating and fun for all. The day is based around water and, as
long as you enjoy that, you will have fun. You need not be good at
any of the activities, (therefore they will even let me
participate!); you just need to be adventurous. After your initial
introduction, you will begin with a hike down to the tropical
river, following the natural course of the river, until you see
the most superb floral park. You will probably smell it before you
see it!
Once you have arrived, you will be familiarized with the bow and
arrow and given time to practice and even compete a bit. This will
be followed by a snack to keep up your stamina. You know those
French - the best food!
I promise that there are no snakes in the "Canal of the
Snakes" - at least they banished all the pythons years ago.
Seriously, the next portion is an aquatic exploration through the
canal.
You will move on from there and go with the flow, of water that
is, upwards! That's what Muriel says. Really upwards following the
flow into numerous basins and natural jacuzzis. I think it's time
for a reward!
How about an picnic in the floral garden? Good, because that's
what you're about to enjoy accompanied by an apertif. And, after a
short rest, you have a choice of kayaking in the basins, exploring
nearby, or just an extended rest under a mango tree.
For sure, this will be one day you will not easily forget.
If this tour is taken on a Thursday, there is a possibility to
participate with local fisherman at an authentic OUASSOUS FISHING
(creole crayfish). |
| Departures
(Local Island Time): 09:00 AM (7.5 hrs) |
| Pricing:
Per Person: $66.00 USD (Ages 12 and up) |
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This
is a real hike, through the most beautiful land in the Caribbean.
You will be transported from the pier to South Basse-Terre,
arriving within an hour or so at the point of departure for the
trek. First an uphill walk of over an hour to get to the summit of
the volcano. (It's still active, by the way). It is not a
difficult walk with the exception of the last 15 minutes, where
you will encounter some large rocks and boulders. From the summit,
you will have the best view in the Caribbean. Can you see the
island of Dominica?
A light meal will be given before returning back to the pier. Your
ride back should be full of conversations of your conquest |
| Departures
(Local Island Time): 08:30 AM (5.5 hrs) |
| Pricing:
Per Person: $58.00 USD (Ages 12 and up) |
GUADELOUPE
CARIBBEAN SHORE EXCURSIONS & CRUISE TOURS
