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Basse-Terre Island Attractions

There's something quite delightful about smaller cities. Whether you're heading off to Basse-Terre Island for a weekend getaway or you're planning on staying longer, you'll quickly fall in love with this destination. In fact, with so many fun things to do and fascinating attractions to enjoy, you probably won't want to leave!

Explore the sights of Basse-Terre Island with some popular tours & day trips, or get through our list of {49 fun activities in Basse-Terre Island fun activities in Basse-Terre Island}. We have no booking fees and free cancellation, so you can relax and channel all your energy into planning your perfect vacation.

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Small Day Cruise

Small Day Cruise (Ilet caret, mangrove, coral reef

$115
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Small Day Cruise (Ilet caret, mangrove, coral reef
Excursion to the Holy Jewel of the Caribbean

Excursion to the Holy Jewel of the Caribbean

$139
per adult
Excursion to the Holy Jewel of the Caribbean
Les Saintes: a boat trip in one of the most beautiful bays in the world

Les Saintes: Boat Tour in One of the Most Beautiful Bays in the World

$163
per adult
Les Saintes: Boat Tour in One of the Most Beautiful Bays in the World
Stand up paddle in paradise

Stand up paddle in paradise

$58
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Stand up paddle in paradise
Guadeloupe: Small Day Cruise to Ilet Caret and Coral Reef

Guadeloupe: Small Day Cruise to Ilet Caret and Coral Reef

$115
per adult
Guadeloupe: Small Day Cruise to Ilet Caret and Coral Reef
Excursion en bateau avec repas dans l'eau

Excursion en bateau avec repas dans l'eau (Grand Cul De Sac)

$128
per adult
Excursion en bateau avec repas dans l'eau (Grand Cul De Sac)
Guadeloupe: Canyoning for everyone in Bouillante

Guadeloupe: Canyoning for everyone in Bouillante

$105
per adult
Guadeloupe: Canyoning for everyone in Bouillante
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Boat trip visit Mangroves, islets and lagoon

Boat trip visit Mangroves, islets and lagoon

Activity duration is 4 hours
Price is $58 per adult
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Private boat excursion of the Guadeloupe archipelago

Private boat excursion of the Guadeloupe archipelago

Activity duration is 7 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $148 per adult
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Private boat excursion of the Guadeloupe archipelago

Private boat excursion of the Guadeloupe archipelago

Activity duration is 7 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $148 per adult
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Full Day Tour of Guadeloupe

Full Day Tour of Guadeloupe

Activity duration is 10 hours
7.4 out of 10 with 9 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $166 per adult
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Excursion en bateau avec repas dans l'eau (Grand Cul De Sac)

Excursion en bateau avec repas dans l'eau (Grand Cul De Sac)

Activity duration is 7 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is $126 per adult
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What to do in Basse-Terre Island

Things to Do in Basse-Terre Island with Kids

There's fun for all the family no matter where you go in Basse-Terre Island. Here are some family friendly experiences to do together that will make your break a blast:

 

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Pearl Beach

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Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Pearl Beach during your travels in Rifflet?
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Where to stay in Basse-Terre Island

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Jarry

While Jarry might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Port of Pointe-à-Pitre and Place de la Victoire.

Rivière-Sens

If you're spending some time in Rivière-Sens, Plage de Rivière-Sens and Christophe Columb Memorial are top sights worth seeing.

Circuit 1C1

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Circuit 1C1 and surrounding area, you can visit Bourg des Saintes and Petit-Bourg Nautical Base.

Convenance

While there might not be top attractions in Convenance, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bourg des Saintes and Destreland.

Destrellan

When in Destrellan, you can plan a visit to Destreland and Bourg des Saintes, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

 

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Popular day trips from Basse-Terre Island

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Basse-Terre

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Terre-de-Haut

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Pointe-à-Pitre

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Deshaies

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Bouillante

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Sainte-Rose

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Pointe-Noire

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Baie-Mahault

Frequently asked questions

What to do in Basse-Terre Island on a sunny day?
You wouldn't want to be napping in your hotel room when you could be outdoors having fun on a Ka Moana Luau.
Are there cheap things to do in Basse-Terre Island?
If you're traveling on a smaller budget, you may like to add the following thrifty activities and tours to your itinerary:


What can you do in Basse-Terre Island for free?
Your trip to Basse-Terre Island needn't send you broke with free attractions like these to explore:

  • Plage de la Malendure
  • Grande Anse Beach
  • Pearl Beach
  • Caribbean Cove Beach

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