Mejores playas en Guadalupe

Best Beaches in Guadeloupe

Guadeloupe’s coastline offers a diverse range of shorelines across its butterfly-shaped islands. On Basse-Terre, beaches like Grande-Anse and La Perle feature golden volcanic sand and backdrops of lush rainforest. Grande-Terre is characterized by calm, turquoise lagoons protected by coral reefs, such as Bois Jolan and La Caravelle. Further south, the archipelago of Les Saintes provides sheltered coves like Pompierre. These sites range from surf-heavy Atlantic spots to secluded naturist areas and shallow waters suitable for snorkeling.

Best Beaches in Guadeloupe — Mapa

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Plage de Grande-Anse

One of Guadeloupe's longest beaches, located near Deshaies. It features golden volcanic sand, a steep drop-off into the Caribbean Sea, and a backdrop of forested hills.

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Plage de Bois Jolan

A shallow, turquoise lagoon near Sainte-Anne fringed by coconut palms and sea grapes. The reef-protected waters remain calm and waist-deep far from the shore.

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La Caravelle

A white-sand beach in Sainte-Anne known for its clear, shallow waters and coconut groves. It is the site of the Club Med resort but remains open to the public.

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Plage du Souffleur

Located in Port-Louis, this wide beach offers calm, crystal-clear water and views of the Basse-Terre mountains across the bay. It is a popular spot for sunset viewing.

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Plage de la Perle

A golden-sand beach north of Deshaies protected by a coral reef. It is known as a filming location for the television series "Death in Paradise."

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Plage de la Datcha

A white-sand beach in Le Gosier facing the Ilet du Gosier. It is illuminated by floodlights until late evening, allowing for night swimming.

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Grandes Salines Beach

Saint-François is a town and commune in the French overseas department of Guadeloupe, located in the southeast point of the main island of…

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Anse Crawen Beach

Off the beaten path. Slightly hard to reach but definitely worth taking the time and coming here.

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Anse à la Gourde

A wild, expansive beach on the Pointe des Châteaux peninsula. It features a rocky shoreline and a barrier reef, making it a habitat for various tropical fish.

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Raisins Clairs Beach

A totally winsome beach where time passes so fast that only the sunset will tell you to go to sleep. Enjoy the warmth.

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Pompierre Beach

Interestingly, this beach is the most sought-after by tourists. Coconut trees and white sand make it beautiful in a kitschy way.

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Plage Tarare

A secluded beach located near the eastern tip of Grande-Terre. It is the only officially designated clothing-optional beach on the island.

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Plage de Clugny

A long stretch of reddish-gold sand on the northern coast of Basse-Terre. It is known for strong currents and large waves, as it is unprotected by reefs.

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Petit-Havre

A dual-part beach between Le Gosier and Sainte-Anne. One side offers a calm, shallow swimming area, while the other is a frequent spot for local surfers.

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Grande Anse Beach

Oh sweet summer...Spending at least a day at this bay with the fabulous beach is a must. Don't forget to take your goggles.