Top Basse-Terre Island Art & Culture

The Caribbean is famous for its wide variety of rum, and many visitors to Guadeloupe don’t realize the region has a centuries-old distilling heritage. Add a tasting sensation to your Basse-Terre Island vacation when you book a visit to the oldest distillery in Guadeloupe. Learn about every step of the rum-making process and taste a range of beverages in a traditional rum cellar.

Discover some of Guadeloupe’s finest rums and learn more about how agricole rums are made in this archipelago during a 3.5-hour private tour of an award-winning rum distillery and a renowned producer of aged rum. Discover the unique character of our rums and the terroir-focused approach of our sugar cane producers. You will be guided by an expert local guide (WSET Level 2 certified in spirits) who will explain everything you need to know about our rums.

Explore the real locations of Death in Paradise on a walking tour through Deshaies, the village that plays the role of Honoré in the series. The tour starts at the Hôtel de Ville, where you’ll get a short introduction to how Deshaies became the main filming location. From there, we walk through the small village streets, away from the main paths, discovering quiet corners and hidden filming spots that most visitors never see. The route continues down to the port of Deshaies, a familiar setting from many scenes, with explanations of how filming works and how the village is adapted for the show. We then visit the Honoré Police Station, one of the most iconic locations, where you’ll hear behind-the-scenes stories, details about the actors, and moments from the production. You’ll also see the airport filming location and learn how those scenes are created. The tour finishes at Catherine’s Bar, a favourite from the series, where you can decide whether to stay for a drink.