Beach of Petit-Havre — Attraction in Pointe-à-Pitre

No idea how this has such a high rating. The beach lives up to its "petit" name. There really is just a tiny usable bit and the water is full of seaweed, meaning people are really packed in there. As if that wasn't enough we saw TWO separate snakes in the water. No idea why nobody else in the reviews mentions the snake. Seems like an important point to me. Parking is also annoying and extremely limited compared to other beaches on the island. I suggest parking at the beach to the east, and then...

A small and fun little beach, though the road down to it is quite steep and not fun to walk back up). There is lots of sand and stones as well as coconut trees suitable for hammocks. Theres a great view of waves crashing against the side of some rocks and cliffs in the distance and a little trail to walk. There is also a public toilet and a few huts along with a...

Great little beach. Often crowded after 10am and parking packed (especially on the week ends). Snorkeling is really nice. With a view on basse terre and la soufrière by clear weather. One favorite across Guadeloupe. You even have a hike on the coast (beware relatively difficult and probably not doable with beach...