Bouillante

Town ·🇫🇷 France

Population 6,127

Area 44 km²

Time zone America/Guadeloupe

Official website www.ville-bouillante.fr

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Bouillante Essentials

Bouillante serves as Guadeloupe’s ecotourism hub, centered around the Réserve Cousteau’s protected coral reefs and the volcanic black sands of Plage de Malendure. The region is defined by its geothermal activity, featuring natural thermal springs like the Bains Chauds de Thomas. Inland, the landscape rises into lush rainforests hosting the Guadeloupe Zoo and historical sites like Habitation La Lise, which preserves the remnants of the island's colonial sugar-producing past.

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Best of Bouillante

Bouillante is the gateway to the Réserve Cousteau, a protected marine area surrounding the Pigeon Islands. This collection highlights the region's volcanic landscape, featuring geothermal springs like the Bains Chauds de Thomas and submarine vents. The underwater sites, including L'Aquarium and Le Jardin de Corail, offer coral gardens and diverse marine life. On land, the tropical forest provides canopy adventures, while Malendure’s black sand beach serves as the hub for diving and boat excursions.

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Basse-Terre's Hidden Gems

This collection explores the diverse landscape of Basse-Terre, centering on the volcanic terrain of Guadeloupe National Park and the region's colonial history. The list includes the twin peaks of the Mamelles and Morne à Louis, which offer views across the lush interior. Along the coast, the dramatic Falaise Bellon highlights the island's rugged shoreline, while Habitation La Lise provides insight into the 18th-century sugar industry in the Pigeon district of Bouillante.

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Diving & Water Sports

Bouillante serves as the gateway to the Réserve Cousteau, a protected marine area surrounding the Pigeon Islands. These centers provide access to diverse underwater ecosystems, including coral gardens, volcanic seafloors, and shipwrecks like the Franjack. Facilities range from professional scuba diving schools offering international certifications to glass-bottom boat tours and kayak rentals for independent exploration. The area is characterized by warm Caribbean waters with high visibility, supporting sea turtles, barracudas, and vibrant coral reefs.

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