Located in the heart of the Arc des Antilles, in the Caribbean, Guadeloupe is 2,200 km from Florida and 600 km from the coast of South America. This island offers hiking, diving, hopping or sun bathing on beautiful beaches. For this reason we are listing most beautiful beaches in Guadeloupe Caribbean Sea (French Department).
Guadeloupe is situated in Caribbean Sea (French Department of the Americas (DFA) from France). Archipelago of 1628 km² known for its shape of a butterfly with outstretched wings, Guadeloupe is made up of six inhabited islands, each as unique as the next.
Separated by a narrow arm of the sea called the Rivière Salée, they are connected by the Gabarre and Alliance bridges. Marie-Galante, Les Saintes (Terre-de-Haut and Terre-de-Bas) and La Désirade, called the “islands of the South”.
Most Beautiful beaches in Guadeloupe
- Pointé Tarare
- Bois Jolan Beach
- Îlet du Gosier
- Plage de la Datcha
- Beach of Petit-Havre
- Souffleur Beach
- Cluny Beach
1.Pointé Tarare
Tarare beach is frequented by naturists and many gays from all over the world.
This place has in fact all the assets of a dream beach whose crystal clear waters will delight fans of snorkeling.
From the curve of the coulée calculate 6.3km and you will see 3 restaurants on your right by the sea. Continue 100 m and take the first road on the left towards the hostelry of the castles and the restaurant Chez Man Michel (signs indicate these restaurants).
2.Bois Jolan Beach (One of the most Beautiful beaches in Guadeloupe)
It is a long beach of fine white sand that stretches over 1 kilometer. Its waters are very calm and transparent.
For us, it is one of the most beautiful beaches in Guadeloupe in Caribbean Sea. We suggest to spend some hours in Bois Jolan Beach because is one of the best places to visit in Guadeloupe. It is not ideal for snorkeling because its bottoms are really not deep.
On the other hand, it is perfect for the family, to teach young children to swim. It is also ideal for lazing around and enjoying this heavenly setting.
3.Ilet du Gosier
From Datcha beach, you can swim to the islet. However, it is advisable to be a good swimmer and go there with flippers, mask and snorkel.
Of course, check the weather before you go and plan to cross there and back when it is daytime.
The crossing takes 15-20 minutes. Plan a lycra to protect you from sunburn. The currents are not strong between the Datcha and the islet, but be careful anyway!
4.De la Datcha
Try to find a shady spot under the trees bordering the beach, and protect yourself from the sun, you are in the tropics!
The turquoise and transparent sea calls for swimming. It is very pleasant to swim there. Do your morning lengths in the Caribbean, who says better? We advise you to take mask and snorkel, you might come across some fish.
5.Anse des Rochers (One of the most Beautiful beaches in Guadeloupe)
45 minutes from Pointe à Pitre airport, the Anse des Rochers residence is located east of Grande Terre, near the town of Saint François.
Our apartments / studios are located in the heart of the natural landscape of Guadeloupe in front of the Caribbean Sea.
The beach is only a few steps from the apartments / Studios. Swimming pools, beach and royal palm trees are the main ingredients that give the residence a real charm.
6.Beach of Petit-Havre (One of the most Beautiful beaches in Guadeloupe)
Petit Havre beach is one of the most beautiful beaches in Guadeloupe Caribbean Sea. Not far from the village of Le Gosier, you will love going here in the early morning.
Take advantage of this wild setting and this blue water to recharge your batteries.
Here, time seems to have stopped somewhat…let yourself be carried away. Petit Havre is, as the name suggests, a real haven of peace.
7.Souffleur Beach
With its golden sand and lined with sea grapes and coconut palms, Souffleur beach, very popular with families, is one of the most beautiful beaches in Guadeloupe.
Its calm and crystalline waters make it a prime spot for snorkeling.
Below the surface, you can observe moray eels, butterflyfish, starfish, triggerfish and with a little luck, a ray flying gracefully above the seabed.
8.Cluny Beach
Cluny is one of the most beautiful beaches in Guadeloupe. Situated in the North Basse Terre, is a huge beach with ocher sand. It can be reached by the national road n°2 before crossing the Pointe du Vieux-Fort and passing through the Côte Sous-le-Vent.
It is a long beach well shaded by grape trees under which visitors like to rest and picnic at midday.