Photo : La Badiane via Les îles de Guadeloupe
La Badiane
Traditional restaurant tucked away in the Valombreuse botanical garden in Petit-Bourg. Homemade Guadeloupean cuisine with fish and seafood, served at lunchtime only, by reservation.
Nearby
GardenFloral park of over five hectares in the hills of Petit-Bourg, with palms, orchids, century-old trees and little bridges over the streams. The site suits families, with a playground and educational areas.
Art galleryNon-profit gallery with the Région's 'Contemporary Art' label, housed in the former visitor building of the Valombreuse park. It exhibits and sells visual art and crafts, with a focus on emerging Caribbean artists.
Treetop adventureForest treetop adventure park with suspended walkways, nets and zip lines, from age 3. Courses are tailored by age, from toddlers to adults, with a shady picnic area.
Sport19-kilometre running race, the Traversée des Mamelles, linking Mahault to Petit-Bourg and Mahault to Pointe-Noire. It can be run solo or in teams, for ages 18 and over.
OtherCraft brewery in the rainforest at Vernou, where Lézarde beer is brewed from local ingredients. The bistro serves homemade snacks such as accras and samosas on a riverside terrace.
Kayak & paddleGuided inflatable kayak trips through the mangroves, channels and islets of Petit-Bourg, with cultural commentary and a cassava bread tasting. Canoe-kayak hire available.