Activities & tours in Guadeloupe

Aquarium modernised in 2018, with over 50 tanks recreating the archipelago's coral reef, mangrove and sandy seabeds. The visit includes interactive areas, such as a turtle hospital, and free audio guides.

Guided snorkelling trip from Malendure beach to the Pigeon Islets, in the heart of the Cousteau Reserve, with equipment provided. Suitable for families and groups.

Surf club founded in 1994: group or private lessons for all levels at the spots of Le Moule, Anse-Bertrand or Port-Louis depending on conditions, plus board rental.

Club on Malendure beach organising try dives, exploration dives and night dives around the Pigeon Islets. It also provides diver training.

Half-day or full-day sea fishing trips in the Grand Cul-de-Sac marin, as a family introduction or a tailor-made package.

Studio-gallery of contemporary visual artist François Piquet in Sainte-Anne, awarded the "Art contemporain" label by the Guadeloupe Region, where you can discover his work in an exhibition space.

Exhibition space in Pointe-à-Pitre devoted to the visual arts and the city's built heritage, highlighting its history and architecture; groups welcome.

One-and-a-half-hour introductory modelling and pottery workshops in Basse-Terre, open to beginners from age 8.

Water sports provider operating from several hotels on the Le Gosier coast: jet ski, flyboard, paddleboard, canoe and water activities, for individuals and events.

Fruit and landscape park of over one hectare, grown without pesticides, featuring fruit trees and ornamental and medicinal plants. The guided tour of the Creole garden ends with a fresh fruit juice.

Guided sea trips off the Côte-sous-le-Vent in search of dolphins, sperm whales, pilot whales and humpback whales. Spotting combines visual searching and acoustic listening.

Cruises to the Petite Terre islets nature reserve departing from Saint-François.

Day trips by catamaran from Jarry in the Grand Cul-de-Sac Marin lagoon, with a stop at Îlet Caret, in small groups limited to twenty passengers.

Big-game fishing trips off the Côte-sous-le-Vent, led by an experienced professional fisherman. The deep waters near Bouillante are home to marlin, tuna and mahi-mahi.

Guided ride in a traditional cart through the Sainte-Anne countryside, preceded by a demonstration of harnessing the horse and preparing the equipment. Prices vary according to the route chosen.

Ox-cart outing led by Jean-Claude Jovial through Marie-Galante's rural landscapes, old houses and history, ending with a Creole aperitif.

Guided 2.5-hour trip through the Trianon-Roussel mangrove, led by a state-qualified instructor from the Grand-Bourg water sports centre. Saturday morning outing, booking by phone.

Le Gosier's municipal water sports centre offering kayaking, sailing, swimming and aqua aerobics.

Museum site in the former Beauport sugar factory in Port-Louis, telling the story of cane sugar production through exhibitions and offering a tour by little train.

Guided eco-rides through the Vieux-Bourg mangroves aboard "VTT des mers", floating pedal bikes. A gentle yet active way to discover the Grand Cul-de-Sac Marin.

Guided rides on all-terrain electric scooters in Sainte-Rose, to explore the natural sites of northern Basse-Terre in a sporty, low-impact way. Bike hire also available.

Scuba diving departing from Saint-François.

Dive school based in Pigeon, right next to the Cousteau Reserve. It supervises divers from beginner to advanced and hires out equipment.

Guided excursions in the Grand Cul-de-Sac Marin from Sainte-Rose harbour, with swimming and snorkelling in the "Blue Lagoon" and discovery of the mangroves and islets. Private half-day boat hire is also available.