Hotels in Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe
Basse-Terre is the lush, mountainous half of Guadeloupe, famous for the active La Soufrière volcano and dense rainforest. The climate stays warm year-round, with temperatures around 75-85°F (24-30°C) - dry winters let you hike to the summit for views of the Caribbean, while rainy summers feed the Carbet Falls, where you can swim in cool pools. For snorkeling, head to the Jacques Cousteau Reserve in the calm waters of the eastern coast, best visited during the drier months from December to April.