When you think of Martinique trip , the first things that come to mind are heavenly beaches, coconut palms, idleness and cocktails. Watch out for the rest of this article, written with the expert advice of our friends at Voyage-Martinique.fr , could well shake up your perception of this Caribbean island.
Indeed, in addition to the many things to do and see in Martinique from a cultural point of view, you have the possibility of practicing activities, some of which will make your hair stand on end. Ready ? On the way to our top 5 thrilling activities in Martinique .
May those who have just burst out laughing while reading hiking calm their zygomatics and read the rest.
Yes, because there is hiking and hiking. If you imagine yourself in shorts, flip-flops and tank tops along a beach, you won't be disappointed!!!
We offer you 3 hikes that your mind and body will remember for a while.
One and only volcano in Martinique sadly famous for its last eruption, it is nonetheless a great place for hiking . You will have several choices of routes, including one of 6km which will take you 4h30 to do from start to finish.
Easy, you might say, imagine yourself on steep paths, in the middle of lush vegetation , on slippery ground, with huge rocks replacing the steps of a staircase as a path.
The thighs will get seriously hot, but if you're lucky, once at the top you'll come across an exceptional panorama of the whole island , provided the weather is good.
With this hike, you will see the landscape and that is saying something. It is 28Km and will require 12 hours of effort !!! Suffice to say that you have to be well prepared for this kind of journey, but the game is worth the effort.
It is considered the most beautiful in Martinique and its real difficulty is its length . But all along the way you can alternate between effort, sea bathing and heavenly views.
Suffice to say that here we are in the top of the top of the difficulty on the island. 8km walk in 6h30 in sometimes hostile passages.
It is considered the most difficult and for good reason, in addition to sometimes very dense and wild vegetation, the trails are barely visible in some places and the slope reaches 80% yes you read that right 80%. So steep that handrails and ropes have been installed in order to be able to progress safely.
So, hiking is always cushy?
We remain somewhat in the same spirit as before, because here too you will be in the middle of nature. If you have never practiced canyoning, know that Martinique offers exceptional spots .
Imagine yourself in the middle of a tropical forest, abseiling down 50-meter waterfalls, or even jumping into a water hole 10 meters below between the walls.
Canyoning in Martinique is clearly a thrilling and refreshing activity .
Do you like water, wind and sliding? You will not be disappointed!!! Indeed, the entire Atlantic coast of Martinique has the ideal conditions for this kind of activity .
You will have water at 28°C, wind, beautiful waves … So get out the board and the sail and let's have some fun. If you want to get started, there are schools all along the Atlantic coast and especially towards Faulin point. and the Caravelle .
Beware all the same of the corals in the event of a fall and the power of the wind and the waves which sometimes send heavy, very heavy!!!
How about you get laid? Once on the island you have the possibility to take to the skies with a helicopter trip .
From a simple baptism to a tour of the island, you will not see Martinique at all in the same way. With this overview, you will realize the diversity of landscapes that can exist in such a small territory. The alternation of green, yellow, white and blue is breathtaking.
Imagine yourself in the same morning, flying over the diamond, the peninsula of the Caravelle and Mount Pelee . This is the only way to make this possible.
After a short ride in the air, how about going below sea level? Put on the wetsuit, fins, snorkel, tank and off you go exploring. Martinique has exceptional sites for diving .
Near Saint-Pierre , you can find lavish shipwrecks sunk during the terrible eruption of Mount Pelee in 1902.
You can also observe corals, tropical fish, swim with sea turtles and why not observe the sharks present in the Antilles. The Diamond Rock is also a recognized spot. but no matter the place, you will be amazed and sometimes make unforgettable encounters.
Find all the activities and more information on Voyage-Martinique.fr and before leaving, check that you are up to date with your procedures on martinique.gouv.fr
