Guadeloupe includes the smaller islands of La Desirade and Les Saintes (also called the Isles des Saintes and Marie-Galantes), which offer beautiful beaches and picturesque villages. With its unique landscape and diverse biodiversity, it is always a clever idea to visit all the islands of Guadeloupe while you are there. When you visit Guadalupe, there are many historical places, museums and aspects of local culture to see. Guadeloupe is an impressive blend of lush natural beauty and rich Creole-French culture that makes it a magical place. You will be surprised by the unique things and places you can explore in Guadalupe. It is the diversity and unique French and Creole culture that make the island a great destination, and also the sun helps. The Guadalupe Mountains are a place you will never forget and will talk about for many years to come. Visitors can hike to the breath-taking San Fernando Waterfall and Barva Volcano, an inactive volcano that reaches the park's highest peak. In less than an hour travellers reach the Irazu Volcano in Cartago and half an hour later the vast Braulio Carrillo National Park. Guadalupe Peak offers hiking and sightseeing views of the surrounding mountains and desert in the south-central part of the 864.16-hectare park, the 8,749-foot mountain in Texas. The park's headquarters and visitor centre are located in Pine Springs, on the south-eastern edge of the park. You will also find a campground and several hiking trails, including one that leads to the Guadaluru Peak Trail, the park's leading mountain hike. The park's elevation of 6,300 feet offers cooler weather than Pine Springs. Just a few streets from the park you will find many hiking and backcountry camping opportunities. In the Caverns National Park there are overnight accommodations in Dell City, White City and Carl's bath. In addition to national parks, nature reserves and waterfalls, there are a few popular places where hikers want to experience their adventures in Guadeloupe. Les Iles de Petite-Terre and the Petite Terre National Nature Reserve are gems of the island which you can reach with ferry, boat, or private excursion. Although the centre of Basse-Terre is mountainous, there is a road that runs through the middle of the island and is a beauty. The road leads west through sugar cane fields before entering the dense jungle of the national park. The Grand Anse beach in Basse Terre is considered one of the most beautiful beaches on the islands of Guadeloupe. Pigeon Island on the west coast of Basse Terre sits on the water and is part of a national park known as the La Reserve Cousteau. If you visit Guadalupe in summer, a warm day is enough to take a walk in this beautiful park. Kiwanis Park is a beautiful place for fun and outdoor activities. Just two miles from Guadalupe is Tempe Diablo Stadium, a wonderful place to watch a baseball game. The staff is very friendly and allows you to visit the stadium during the season, and after the game you can find tasty food. The first day is dedicated to the Headquarters visitor centre, Pine Springs, Devils Hall Trail and Guadalupe’s Peak Trail, historic landmarks.