Deshaies’s natural, sheltered harbor, the deepest of the Caribbean, has always attracted seafarers. Long ago it was a haven for buccaneers, and it’s said there’s still hidden treasure on the island. Postcard pretty, with painted wooden creole homes, gathered around a little church, it won’t take you long to discover Deshaies’s - a hidden gem.
Whilst rightly associating Guadeloupe with transparent seas, lapping pristine beaches of colored sands, the island of Basse-Terre boasts so much more.
Benefitting from farsighted, ecological measures, both land and sea have been protected, resulting in a rich biodiversity waiting to be discovered. Whatever your energy levels, from the very active, to those who simply want to recharge their batteries, there’s a landscape just for you.
Trek through tropical forests, passing hot springs, and spectacular waterfalls to reach the smoldering crater of a volcano, bringing out the adventurer in you.
Stroll around the manicured botanical gardens amongst jeweled colored, exotic birds.
Cool off whilst exploring from a huge choice of unspoiled beaches, including the famous expansive Grande Anse, with its red sands and palm trees. Dive deep in the water, and swim with turtles. Revel in the panoramic beauty over a drink at sunset, accompanied by delicious, traditional Antilles cuisine.
If any of this piece of paradise looks familiar, it could be because since 2011, it’s been the setting of the much-enjoyed BBC television series Death in Paradise. Get in on the act
4 Included Shore Excursions
Flowers & Beers- Duration: 4 hours
- Activity Level - Minimal
- Activity Level: Moderate
Full participation may include a limited number of steps, uneven surfaces, and/or periods of standing.
Death In Paradise- Duration: 3 hours
- Activity Level: Moderate
Full participation may include a limited number of steps, uneven surfaces, and/or periods of standing.
Botanical Garden Exploration- Duration: 3 hours
- Activity Level: Minimal
Excursions are at an easy pace without the need for excessive walking or physical activities. Being able to board buses and negotiate steps that may be encountered - Accessibility: Moderate Mobility Issues
Tours recommended for guests who are able to walk short distances, who can navigate the steps of a bus and at venues, and/or who travel with a standard-size manual collapsible wheelchair or scooter (able to fit in the luggage compartment of the bus).
Beach Relax- Duration: 3 hours
- Activity Level: Minimal
Excursions are at an easy pace without the need for excessive walking or physical activities. Being able to board buses and negotiate steps that may be encountered