Set in a hilly region of the island, Les Jardins de Valombreuse is a botanical garden and family fun center where you will not only be able to view local flora and fauna, but have a lot of fun while doing it.
The main attraction here is the garden, however, birding is popular and there is also a water park for kids and an equestrian center on site. You won't want to miss a chance to take the 90 minute tour for even more information about the grounds.
Located on the eastern outskirts of north section of Guadeloupe National Park, near Bragelogne, Les Jardins de Valombreuse always welcomes local residents and travelers lodging in or close to this neighborhood. Even if you aren't staying in this location, you should consider dropping by to check it out.
If your belly starts rumbling during a visit to the gardens, don't worry -- you'll find an impressive array of lunch and dinner options in this area. Big Pizza Grill, which has a menu full of Italian fare, will be of particular interest to visitors looking for a convenient meal. Also within a short distance, you'll come across restaurants including L'Abrivado Resto and L'épicure where you and your group should try a bite of French fare and experience the flavors of Guadeloupe.
Other types of local attractions include Distillerie Montebello Tour, which is within driving range on Basse-Terre. You might also want to consider heading to Cascade aux Ecrevisses Trailhead, which is another attraction in the vicinity.
A selection of nearby activities will ensure that you never run out of things to do. Attractions close-by can be found in the following table.
Attraction | Type | Distance | Direction | Location | Island |
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Distillerie Montebello Tour | Other Attraction | -- | -- | 6.7 mi. South West of Pointe A Pitre | Basse-Terre |
Cascade aux Ecrevisses Trailhead | Other Attraction | -- | -- | Basse-Terre | |
Cascade aux Ecrevisses | GeoFeature | -- | -- | Basse-Terre | |
Moreau Falls | Other Attraction | -- | -- | 9.3 mi. South West of Pointe A Pitre | Basse-Terre |
Guadeloupe National Park Forest House | Other Attraction | -- | -- | Basse-Terre | |
Schoelcher Museum | Museum | -- | -- | Downtown Pointe A Pitre | Grande-Terre |
Domaine de Severin | Other Attraction | -- | -- | Cadet | Basse-Terre |
Parc del Memelles | Other Attraction | -- | -- | 12.1 mi. North of Basse Terre | Basse-Terre |
The cost of admission is $15 for adults $13 for children between the ages of one and three, and $19(USD) for children between four and 14.
Location: north section of Guadeloupe National Park, Basse-Terre
(059) 095-5050
FAX: (059) 095-5090
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