Gourbeyre
Gourbeyre is a spa town in the far south-west of Basse-Terre. It could just as easily be called ‘Gourbeyre-les-Eaux’ or ‘Gourbeyre-les-Bains’, given the abundance of springs, waterfalls, pools and rivers in the area. Furthermore, its Marina de Rivière Sens, with its 300 berths, offers a wide range of water sports.
Main attractions
- Hikes
- The hot springs of Dolé
- The Blue Basin
- The Capes Basin
- The Bath of Love
- The Caribbean Mountains
- Traces of the ponds
- The Rivière-Sens Marina
- Sailing and Diving Club
Details of activities in Goubeyre
With its many natural sites, the town of Gourbeyre is a centre for ecotourism and sustainable development, forming an integral part of the Guadeloupe National Park. With its thermal springs, excursions into the heart of Gourbeyre’s tropical forest are a must, given the area’s wealth of natural beauty and splendour. Among the main pools is the Bassin Bleu, much loved by locals and tourists alike, with its crystal-clear waters at the foot of La Soufrière volcano, situated below a magnificent 45-metre-high waterfall. On your way there, you’ll discover magnificent epiphytic plants and exotic trees along the route. The Dolé Hot Springs, meanwhile, reach 30°C. On the Caribbean coast, don’t miss Basse-Terre’s only marina, the delightful Rivière-Sens Marina, where you can stroll around and enjoy water sports nearby.
Local events
- Gourbeyre Festival – Saint Charles – (11 November)
Further information
In Gourbeyre, you’re right in the heart of unspoilt tropical nature, whilst the more modern La Marina is just as appealing by day as it is by night.