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Guadeloupe is one of the French Caribbean islands. It is very diverse with a flat land and pristine beaches in Grande Terre, volvanos and tropical forest in Basse Terre as well as abondant wildlife. Here are my favorite photos from my week around the Guadeloupean islands.
1. Souffleur Beach
Why I love this photo
It is very moody and I love how we can see the wave in action
The location behind
Souffleur beach is located on the north west coast of Grande Terre island with views over Basse Terre.
More photos and information on the post: Souffeur beach
2. Guadeloupean Iguana
Why I love this photo
It feels confident in is natural environment
The location behind
This iguana was spotted at La Caravelle beach but they can be found all around the Guadeloupe islands
More photos and information on the post: La Caravelle Beach
3. Petit Havre
Why I love this photo
It really looks like we sailed to a deserted islands... feeling like Robinson Crusoe
The location behind
This is one of the Petit Havre Beach on Grande Terre. This one is isolated and stunning.
More photos and information on the post: Petit Havre Beaches
4. Petite Terre
Why I love this photo
The big catamarans, the palm trees and the reef... the perfect picture for a perfect day
The location behind
Petite terre is a combination of 2 small islands protected for their flora and fauna. Good to see lemon sharks and huge turtles
More photos and information on the post: Petite Terre islands
5. La Caravelle beach
Why I love this photo
Typical postcard for the Caribbeans
The location behind
La Caravelle beach is the club Med one but also accessible to the public. It is a stunning white sand beach with turquoise waters.
More photos and information on the post: La Caravelle Beach
6. Hell Gate
Why I love this photo
It gives you an idea as to why it is called Hell Gate
The location behind
Hell gate is a long cove in the Nortern end of the Grande Terre east coast. The quiet waters of the lagoon become raging waves as we walk closer to the mouth
More photos and information on the post: Hell Gate
7. Grande Anse beach
Why I love this photo
It has it all, the boat, the swimmers, the waves and the reflection of the sunset!
The location behind
Grande Anse beach, Basse Terre island, is home to golden sand and huge waves. Good swimmers only
More photos and information on the post: Grande Anse Beach
8. Tropical Forest
Why I love this photo
I think it translates well the modd of the place, with the lush wet forest that looks like it is closing down on you
The location behind
Basse Terre is covered in a lot of tropical forest. This is the path to the second Carbet waterfall
More photos and information on the post: Hiking in the tropical forest
9. Castles' Headland
Why I love this photo
I can still feel the power of the waves when looking at this one
The location behind
This is taken at 'Pointe des chateaux', one of the most famous places in Guadeloupe. Big waves crashing on stunning rocks, what is there not to love?
More photos and information on the post: Castle's headland
10. Dolphin jumping
Why I love this photo
The light is not good but the timing was perfect 🙂
The location behind
This one taken during a whale watching tour departing from Basse Terre island. We did not see any whales but foudn a dolphin pod
More photos and information on the post: Whale watching tour
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