La Soufrière is the highest peak in the Lesser Antilles, but it's also an active volcano in a dormant state. An unusual hike on Guadeloupe's La Soufrière volcano with family or friends.
Soufrière and Weather
Firstly, the weather is fine The summit with its fumaroles and breathtaking views.
Secondly, the weather is not good the enveloping fog creates magic. The smell of sulfur adds an air of evil,
Thirdly, it's raining and windy bravo! you've taken on this old lady like 80% hikers!
Hiking to the top of the Lesser Antilles
Leaving from the Bains Jaunes in Saint-Claude :
Les Bains Jaunes, Saint-Claude, the gateway to Guadeloupe National Park.
The walk begins at the Pas du Roy, a former paved military road. You are in the heart of the tropical rainforest with its tall trees: white gum, acomat, bois bandé ...
and we arrive at Savane à Mulet.
On the slopes of the volcano
The real climb then begins on the volcano's flank. The guide takes you to the summit of La Soufrière in an area closed to the public. You'll be fitted with a gas mask to tour the craters and active fumaroles.
Equipped with your respiratory protection masks to protect you from the gas emanating from the Soufrière volcano.
You've reached the summit of Guadeloupe's Soufrière volcano, and your hike becomes a lunar experience: the active part of the volcano's summit is closed to the public. A guide is required to enter the closed zone.
Children aged 8 and over can take part.
The guides climb to the summit, following in the footsteps of the geologists. Weather permitting, we make a maximum of one loop.
In high season, demand is high. Remember to book when you decide to travel: book online
Original accommodation in Saint-Claude, at the foot of the volcano www.lesbananesvertes.fr
These are European Ecolabel ecolodges, and the heated swimming pool contains magnesium, excellent for recovery!
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