Very beautiful zoo. Lots of animals - jaguars, flamingos, crocodiles, parrots etc. However, the cages are way too small for this amount of animals. Not much freedom for them. Otherwise I enjoyed my visit . However, you can buy a ticket for Jardin de Balata and the Zoo just for 2eur difference. This was not mentioned!

Amazing! It is quite large. Almost 1 hr to complete. The map is very handy. follow it! Staff is friendly. Ask for the ticket that allows you to visit both jardin de balata and the zoo.

Wonderful spot to enjoy the exotic atmosphere of the island and to spend time with the kids.

Great little zoo in the ruins of an old rum distillery. Entrance fee is 17,5 euros. They have signs in French and English. Cool little exhibit on pirates at the end as well.

A great place to take the kids when visiting Martinique ! The zoo is well maintained…

The zoo is an excellent attraction for families in the area. The grounds, wow, the park is located in a tight Valley and they worked there enclosures within the ruins of Saint Pierre. There is a wide variety of animals, but become they a more free to roam in larger enclosures they can be difficult to see sometimes. But honestly the most impressive thing is the landscaping. Incredible. Worth to the visit!

What a great zoo, was surprised by the amount of different animals actually on show , it's set in beautiful landscape , it reminds me of Jurassic park and you half expected a t rex to come bursting through the rainforest , it was a organised trip while on a cruise , just wish I could have stayed longer

Not very good snorkeling - we saw no fish. Had to leave due to strong wind pelting us with sand. Pretty place, nice beach though.

very beautiful black sand beach. Don't miss the walk in the forest towards the waterfall.

Great snorkling if you head to the north past the end of the beach. Lovely coral, diverse fish and underwater plants. Parking is tough, but worth it.

Nice place to relax. Could be challenging to find the place for car parking.

A beautiful black sand beach with a 5-10 minute walk through the trees to get there. There’s also a waterfall hike and another wooded hike. The snorkeling was only okay when we were there, but the water was clear. I saw a few interesting schools of fish. It is secluded, but after 12:00 or 13:00 more people arrived.

Very beautiful beach. A short walk through the jungle. Black sand

Little paradise beach. Short walk from the parking through the jungle. Nice waves and not too many people.

Very nice habitation with a majestic view dominating the ocean. The visit isn't too long, but definitely enjoyable. The tasting is sadly limited to a single consumption (the Port cask is excellent!). Prices are quite cheaper than what you can find in regular supermarkets, so make sure you buy what you need directly at the habitation! Enjoy the visit

We had a delightful few hours exploring the grounds of Depaz Distillery when our cruise ship docked in Martinique. The Manor house is lovely, the factory is interesting, the rum tasting is yummy and the gifts shop is wonderful. A very enjoyable stop!

It sure is easy to get carried away by the beauty of the estate. You can do a free tour of the distillery. If you want to enter the villa, however, you have to pay a small entrance fee. (Attention: They sold tickets for 5€ and 7€ depending if you want one or two tastings in the end. We chose option 1 and still got to taste more rums. Others did not visit the villa and still got a free tasting.)

Very nice place. The road uphill to the distillery is very nice. The distillery and the site are Truly worth the visit. We had the opportunity to try their rum at the shop. The staff is not very friendly, we found them rather rude. The offer the rum trial as if they don’t want clients to buy the rum. One of the positive points is the property’s guidance. You connect to their wifi and have automatically the guide. It is nice to be able to do a self guide of the property in the mobile phone and for free. Only visiting the mansion is chargeable (5 euros). You must buy the ticket at the shop. The property is beautiful, the rums are worth trying, and the restaurant on premise is both delightful and the restaurant’s staff is very friendly, unlike the people at the distillery’s shop.

Depaz has a beautiful property. The castle is definitely a highlight, it is stunning. The whole site is well maintained and visitors have it easy to get around. The only disappointment: While most distilleries let you try several different rums, they just give you one single tiny sip to taste. That makes is kind of difficult to decide if it's worth buying a bottle.

Absolutely beautiful grounds, well maintained and an incredible view toward the sea. The tour is free to walk a marked path that takes you around the grounds and certain areas of the distillery. There is a paid tour of the Chateau Depaz but it does not run on certain days, best check with the counter. Depaz Rhum is fantastic and I think offer a different flavour when compared to other distilleries that don't have the advantage of volcanic soil to grow the sugar canne. Definitely one of the distilleries on the island you should visit.

Rum is the drink of choice on the islands and this beautiful distillery was a gem. The drive to get there was fascinating, as you drive by Mt. Pelee, which was alternately shrouded in clouds and sun. The grounds were well kept and appealing, and they had a tasting room and were very eager to let you sample their wares. There was also a well set up tour and some great photo opportunities. Best of all, the main house was magnificent.

pro tips: - some parts of the trail can be wet and the climbing stair surfaces waterlogged, so wear waterproof hiking shoes. This is not a short hike to be done on sneakers - this is cloud height so it can get wet, bring protection from water. An umbrella works - There are very good grocery stores in the village close to the trailhead, get snacks and water. 2 L per person The views from the top are well worth it. And the lush flora on either side is beautiful.

Take plenty of water and do all the trails. You won't regret it. We were hiking for 9 hours.

What an amazing thing to accomplish! Rain or shine. It’s a tough hike, and if you fear heights, be brave..lol 🇨🇦 The best views ⛰️

Nice hike, a bit difficult. Sore muscles afterwards - we didn’t see much at the very top due to clouds, but the journey was nice. I liked the Boucle part the most.

Go early. Free to hike you do not need a guide the path is well marked.bfree to park parking fills us fast then people park along road. Check weather before hike if you want a clear view once at top. DNT touch any insects you may find bc they are poisonous. Bring water and food.

No Experience; but 1902 Eruption was a Vesuvius-style Pyroclastic Cloud "Avalanche"; Damaged and Destroyed Ships in The Harbor, and destroyed The Town of St. Pierre. Death Toll was estimated at 30,000. Pyroclastic Cloud killed everyone on the land; with two exceptions: A man, locked up, deep, in the City Jail, and a woman, who miraculously survived; everything combustible was set on fire, and people aboard ships in the Harbor said, outside of sounds of burning fires, and Rum Casks, exploding: there was no sounds, on shore. On the Freighter "Roraima", one sailor saw the cloud "leaping down the Mountain", and covering the Town, and ran for the Engine Room. Moments later, The Cloud hit the Freighter, and almost "turned it, over"; all smokestacks on the Freighter, were cut off; as "cleanly, as if they had been"cut with a knife'".

The 1902 eruption of Mount Pelée was a volcanic eruption on the island of Martinique in the Lesser Antilles Volcanic Arc of the eastern Caribbean, which was one of the deadliest eruptions in recorded history. Eruptive activity began on 23 April as a series of phreatic eruptions from the summit of Mount Pelée. Within days, the vigor of these eruptions exceeded anything witnessed since the island was settled by Europeans. The intensity then subsided for a few days until early May, when the phreatic eruptions increased again. Lightning laced the eruption clouds and trade winds dumped ash on villages to the west. Heavy ash fell, sometimes causing total darkness. Some of the afflicted residents panicked and headed for the perceived safety of larger settlements, especially Saint-Pierre, about 10 km (6.2 mi) south of Pelée's summit. Saint-Pierre received its first ash fall on 3 May.[3] 1902 eruption of Mount Pelée

(Translated by Google) Wow! This guided tour is a must! Fernand Pain is a fascinating storyteller to listen to and also, but above all, a passionate and fine connoisseur of the entire history of St-Pierre. The guided tour was really helpful, giving us the keys to understanding what we see today about the state of St-Pierre. (Original) Wow ! Cette visite guidée est un incontournable ! Fernand Pain est un raconteur passionnant à écouter et aussi, mais surtout, un passionné et fin connaisseur de toute l'histoire de St-Pierre. La visite guidée fut vraiment super aidante, nous offrant les clefs de compréhension de ce que nous voyons aujourd'hui de l'état des lieux de St-Pierre.

(Translated by Google) Very nice walking tour of St Pierre with Fernand. We learned a lot of things that we definitely wouldn't have seen without a guide. Clear and precise explanations of the eruption and a little nod to the slave trade. I highly recommend Fernand (Original) Très belle visite à pied de st pierre avec Fernand. Nous avons appris beaucoup de choses que nous n'aurions certainement pas vues sans un guide. Explications claires et précises de l'éruption et petit clin d'oeil sur la traite des esclaves. Je recommande vivement Fernand

(Translated by Google) The walking tour of Saint Pierre with Fernand was beautiful. His stories allow you to enter the place and immerse yourself in the culture and history of Martinique. It is a priceless heritage, which cannot be found in any book: his stories are the sum of the experiences and stories he has known in an entire life dedicated to the city, its places and its characters. All this told with great passion. Beautiful! However, you must know a little French, or be traveling with someone who can translate the story for you a little. (Original) La visita a piedi di Saint Pierre con Fernand è stata bellissima. I suoi racconti ti permettono di entrare nel luogo e di immergerti nella cultura e nella storia di Martinica. Si tratta di un patrimonio inestimabile, che non si può trovare in nessun libro: i suoi racconti sono l'insieme delle esperienze e delle storie che ha conosciuto in una vita intera dedicata alla città, ai suoi luoghi e ai suoi personaggi. Tutto questo raccontato con grande passione. Bellissimo! Dovete però conoscere un pochino il francese, o essere in viaggio con qualcuno che vi possa tradurre un pochino il racconto.

(Translated by Google) Fernand is a great guide! He doesn't just tell you about Saint-Pierre, he literally lets you see the story. He took us through different neighborhoods and gave us a vivid insight into Saint-Pierre's past. Absolutely recommended! (Original) Fernand ist ein grossartiger Guide! Er erzählt nicht nur über Saint-Pierre, sondern lässt dich die Geschichte förmlich sehen. Er führte uns durch verschiedene Viertel und brachte uns die Vergangenheit von Saint-Pierre lebendig näher. Absolut empfehlenswert!

(Translated by Google) An incredible way to step back in time! Fernand's stories are incredible and fascinating. I recommend everyone to experience this experience, it's well worth it. (Original) Incroyable moment pour remonter le temps ! Les histoires de Fernand sont incroyables et passionnantes. Je conseille a tout le monde de faire cette découverte qui vaut le coup.

(Translated by Google) Thank you Fernand for this good time spent with you. The child of the country that you are and represent transports us into your stories and anecdotes about St Pierre that we were able to discover thanks to you. We haven't seen the time pass... Many thanks. The Bretons of Case Pilote (Original) Merci Fernand pour ce bon moment passé en votre compagnie. L’enfant du pays que vous êtes et représentez nous transporte dans vos récits et anecdotes sur St Pierre que nous avons pu découvrir grâce à vous. Nous n’avons pas vu le temps passé… Mille mercis. Les bretonnes de Case Pilote

(Translated by Google) A visit to St. Peter's is a must, either with Mr. Fernand or not at all! We had a magical time; the city was told to us like few others can. Don't miss it; it's the memory of St. Peter. (Original) La visite de St Pierre se fait avec Mr Fernand ou ne se fait pas ! Nous avons passer un moment magique, la ville nous a été raconté comme peu peuvent le faire. Ne passer pas à côté, c'est la mémoire de St Pierre💎

So much to see and enjoy!

Very nice place and friendly staff.

Amazing .. only really works with a good guide . We were lucky to have the best ever Sebastiano.

Wonderful setting, very informative but guide needed a little more practice

This is a magnificent park that is definitely worth the journey and small fee. There are so many photo opportunities there.

Lost in the arboretum... quiet jungle

Beautiful visitor’s center with easy 30 to 60 minute circular-hikes through the jungle and an interesting exposition about flora and fauna of the island.

Not a breathtakingly large waterfall, but a really nice place to linger. Because of the river that comes after the waterfall, there is a great water playground for children, which is almost exclusively in the shade. There are only a few steps from the car park, so it is suitable for children of all ages :)

Absolutely amazing place to visit. Nestled in the mountains, the scenery in and around the falls are breathtaking. I applaud the person that took the initiative to make this fall accessible.

Pretty, small waterfall. Easily accessible even by children. Well worth the stop

Fun little stop to see some interesting waterfalls and enjoy the rainforest.

2 minutes walk to the waterfall. Beautiful place. Great place for kids to play in the stream or in the pool near the waterfall. Must stop on the way.

Very nice (if somewhat small) waterfall in a lush setting that is easily accessible along a mountain road to Saint-Pierre. Worth the stop for sure!

Really cool and off the beaten path. If you have time bring some food and drinks. If you can make the hike up to the upper falls it is worth it but treacherous

Great communication, friendly staff, great equipment, safety at the core of their services, could not ask for more.

Every dive shop can have a bad day. It’s how that dive shop handles it...

(Translated by Google) Excellent ! We spent a week diving with this club, it's exactly what we were looking for: very pleasant, very well organized while remaining relaxed, the team is at the top!! The boat is large, comfortable, practical (double ladder, bottle slots), great! The briefs are always complete on security, punctuated with humor, precise on the presentation of the sites. The club strives to vary the sites and adapt the groups according to levels and preferences (photos, depth, etc.) really perfect! Underwater, you will see all kinds of corals, fish, or other varied individuals, of all shapes, sizes, and colors. A pleasure! (Original) Excellent ! Nous avons passé une semaine de plongée avec ce club, c'est exactement ce que nous recherchions : très agréable, très bien organisés en restant détendus, la team est au top !! Le bateau est grand, confortable, pratique (double échelle, emplacements bouteilles), super ! Les briefs sont toujours complets sur la sécurité, ponctués d'humour, précis sur la présentation des sites. Le club s'efforce de varier les sites et d'adapter les palanquées selon les niveaux et les préférences (photos, profondeur ...) vraiment parfait ! Sous l'eau, vous verrez toutes sortes de coraux, poissons, ou autres individus variés, de toutes les formes, de toutes les tailles, et de toutes les couleurs. Un plaisir !

(Translated by Google) Great club. Aurélien, Théo and Hugues are very nice. Safety and kindness to put you at ease. At the end of our dive, a small detour at sea to see the dolphins. A little extra which shows the good state of mind of this team. Serge, the boss, takes care of the paperwork while the rest takes good care of us. I recommend (Original) Super club. Aurélien, Théo et Hugues sont très sympas. La sécurité et la bienveillance pour mettre à l'aise. À la fin de notre plongée, un petit détour en mer pour voir les dauphins. Un petit plus qui montre le bon état d' esprit de cette équipe. Serge, le patron, s'occupe des papiers pendant que le reste s' occupe bien de nous. Je recommande

(Translated by Google) I discovered this club some time ago while doing exploration dives when I was still a Level 2 diver, and I naturally chose to prepare for my Level 3 dive there. I absolutely don't regret that choice! The team was very attentive, patient, and educational, which allowed me to learn in the best possible conditions. A huge plus: they were truly accommodating with the organization. A big thank you to my two instructors, Théo and Aurélien, for their availability, professionalism, and infectious passion. Thanks to them, I was able to progress smoothly and complete my Level 3 dive in the best possible conditions. I highly recommend this club to anyone who wants to dive with confidence, whether for exploration or training. (Original) J’ai découvert ce club il y a quelque temps en faisant des plongées en exploration lorsque j’étais encore Niveau 2, et j’ai tout naturellement choisi d’y préparer mon Niveau 3. Je ne regrette absolument pas ce choix ! L’équipe a été très à l’écoute, patiente et pédagogue, ce qui m’a permis d’apprendre dans les meilleures conditions. Un énorme plus : ils ont été vraiment arrangeants au niveau de l’organisation. Un grand merci à mes deux moniteurs, Théo et Aurélien, pour leur disponibilité, leur professionnalisme et leur passion communicative. Grâce à eux, j’ai pu progresser sereinement et valider ce Niveau 3 dans les meilleures conditions. Je recommande vivement ce club à tous ceux qui souhaitent plonger en toute confiance, que ce soit pour de l’exploration ou une formation.

(Translated by Google) Very warm welcome. Quality equipment. Thank you so much, Mel, for sharing your experience throughout these two dives. You showed us so many marine animals, and thank you for taking the time out of the water to talk us through the dive. Your calm and attentive attitude allowed us to dive with complete confidence. All the best! :) William and Nathalie (Original) Très bon accueil. Matériel de qualité. Merci beaucoup Mel pour avoir été dans le partage tout au long de ces deux plongées. Tu nous as montré de nombreux animaux marins et merci pour le temps que tu nous as consacré en dehors de l'eau pour nous revenir sur la plongée. Ta sérénité et ta vigilance nous ont permis de plonger en tout confiance. Bon vent à toi ! :) William et Nathalie

(Translated by Google) A great, human-sized club combining good humor and excellent knowledge of diving and the marine world. Serge, the owner, is very accommodating and provides us with quality equipment. A great guy! Aurélien and Théo are two passionate and knowledgeable instructors who trained us at level 1 and level 2. They're definitely the best on the island. If you're looking for a family-friendly club staffed by competent and passionate staff, you've come to the right place. (Original) Super club à taille humaine mêlant bonne humeur et excellente connaissance de la plongée et du monde marin. Serge, le patron est très arrangeant et nous fournit du matériel de qualité. Un super gars! Aurélien et Théo sont deux moniteurs passionnés aux grandes connaissances nous ayant formé au n1 et n2. Certainement les meilleurs sur l’île. Si vous cherchez un club familial composé de personnels compétents et passionnés, vous êtes au bon endroit.

(Translated by Google) We had a great day with Benoit. I must say that I managed to get exactly what I was hoping for, a day at sea with someone who is passionate about his work as a fisherman. Benoit answered all my questions about the fishing techniques that he and the locals use and I must say that he is a very good teacher, because he quickly invited me to work with him while explaining to me how to fish. take it to be effective. If you want to go boating, you will be served, but if you want to learn, you are at the right address. Thank you Benoit, the tuna at dinner was excellent 😉 (Original) Nous avons passé une superbe journée avec Benoit. Je dois dire que j’ai réussi à obtenir exactement ce que j’espérais chercher, soit une journée au large avec une personne passionné par son travail de marin pêcheur. Benoit a répondu à toutes mes questions sur les techniques de pêches que lui et les locaux utilisent et je dois dire qu’il est un très bon pédagogue, car rapidement il m’a invité à travailler avec lui tout en m’expliquant comment m’y prendre pour être efficace. Si vous voulez faire de la plaisance, vous serez servi, mais si vous voulez apprendre, vous êtes à la bonne adresse. Merci Benoit, le thon au dîner était excellent 😉

(Translated by Google) Incredible release! Benoît is a great captain who took the time to explain his environment and local riches to us. We saw dolphins, sperm whales, a turtle and superb snorkeling. We had a fantastic morning! I recommend +++ Thank you Benoît! (Original) Sortie incroyable ! Benoît est un super capitaine qui a pris le temps de nous expliquer son environnement et les richesses locales. Nous avons vu des Dauphins, des cachalots, une tortue et une superbe plongée snorkeling. Nous avons passé une matinée fantastique ! Je recommande +++ Merci Benoît !

(Translated by Google) Benoît was a great navigator. We had an exceptional time in his company as well as with the other cabin crew on board. You don't have to despair of seeing some things. And the mask diving stop was incredible. Thanks for everything. (Original) Benoît a été un super navigateur. Nous avons passé un moment exceptionnel en sa compagnie ainsi qu’avec les autres moussaillons à bord. Il ne faut pas désespérer de voir quelques choses. Et l’arrêt plongée masque était incroyable. Merci pour tout.

(Translated by Google) Very good time spent in the company of Benoît, endearing and passionate, respectful of nature and his adopted island. Meeting dolphins is magical, in their natural environment. (Original) Très bon moment passé en compagnie de Benoît, attachant et passionné, respectueux de la nature et de son île d adoption. La rencontre avec les dauphins est magique, dans leur milieu naturel.

(Translated by Google) As someone accompanying a fishing trip, I was afraid of finding the trip long and that was not the case. Quite the contrary!! Beyond fishing, it's a real discovery of the sea. We saw turtles, dolphins, sperm whales. In addition, Benoît is an exceptional captain: he knows the water, the currents, his environment, adapts to the weather and all while having a smile. I highly recommend this outing!! (Original) En tant qu'accompagnatrice d'une sortie de pêche j'avais peur de trouver la sortie longue et ça n'a pas été le cas. Bien au contraire !! Au delà de la pêche c'est une vrai découverte de la mer. Nous avons vu tortue, dauphins, cachalot. De plus, Benoît est un capitaine exceptionnel : il connaît l'eau, les courants, son environnement, s'adapte a la meteo et le tout en ayant le sourire. Je recommande vivement cette sortie !!

(Translated by Google) First experience for us which was a great experience overall. HOWEVER, we encountered a misunderstanding about the prices of the services: logically €60 for a guide and on the same day we, the guides, had to pay the full price like the fishermen. I never touched the fishing rod and still had to pay the entire service. However, all this was seen beforehand by telephone, we were indeed 3 fishermen and 2 guides!! I find that a shame and not very honest, especially since reservations with them are only made by WhatsApp call so no proof, no quote just calls!!! You really need to remember to keep written proof so as not to be fooled like us ;) (Original) Première expérience pour nous qui était une belle expérience dans l’ensemble. CEPENDANT, nous avons rencontré un malentendu sur les prix des prestations : 60€ logiquement pour un accompagnateur et le jour même nous avons dû, nous accompagnatrices, payer le tarif plein comme les pêcheurs. Je n’ai touché aucune fois la canne à pêche et dû quand même payer la totalité de la prestation. Tout ça était pourtant vu au préalable par téléphone, nous étions bien 3 pêcheurs et 2 accompagnatrices!! Je trouve ça dommage et pas très honnête , d’autant plus que les réservations chez eux se font uniquement par appel whatsapp donc aucune preuve, aucun devis juste des appels !!! Il faut vraiment penser à garder des preuves écrites pour ne pas se faire avoir comme nous ;)

(Translated by Google) A magical experience aboard Amphitrite's boat. The captain took us out to sea to see dolphins, and we were also lucky enough to see two whales. After this euphoric moment, we swam in a nature reserve and enjoyed delicious fruit, homemade rillettes, and planter's cheese. I highly recommend this charming couple's outings... ... (Original) Expérience magique à bord du bateau d'Amphitrite. Le capitaine nous a emmené au large voir les dauphins et nous avons eu la chance de voir également 2 baleines. Après ce moment d'euphorie, nous avons nagé dans une réserve naturelle et dégusté de délicieux fruits, des rillettes fait maison et du planteur. Je recommande vivement les sorties de ce charmant couple... ...

Stumbled across this wonderful little museum on a rainy day in St. Pierre. So glad we stopped in and checked out the artifacts recovered from the volcanic eruption.

Easy to follow and everything is in French and English. The museum tells the story of the 1902 eruption of Mount Pelee, which destroyed the town and killed 30 thousand people within 3 minutes.

A good museum that tells the story of 1902. Some interesting artifacts, which are well presented. There is an audioguide, or you can download the app - it does English. So the story of the town is told well, but if you want to find out more about the volcano itself then drive up to Le Morne Rouge and visit La Maison des Volcans. https://maps.app.goo.gl/n94YnD9Th8HGFkez5

Very informative museum about a terrible explosion by the nearby volcano. We visited on a Sunday morning during an excursion from a Celebrity cruise ship. We were the first and only ones there at the time. It is small and can get crowded.

We enjoyed the museum which was detailed and bilingual. The Town itself has few amenities. Parking was tricky. Pack a lunch. Worth the trip to see the well preserved ruins from the 1902 volcano.

While you're in Martinique, stop by at this museum. Interesting short history about the eruption of Pelée Volcano in 1902. The view from the museum is beautiful. Located in Sainte Pierre. The place is clean, parking is available, toilet is super clean.

Absolutely incredible and heart moving experience. The exhibits were well thought out. We spent a little over an hour there, I recommend it for anyone.

Lovely path- very narrow so be careful

(Translated by Google) Splendid walk 😃 Please note, closed for 6 years, so we broke the ban, but we respected the weather conditions.... We left the Café Carbet house and reached Fonds Saint Denis, approximately 4km one way. Our little NAYA was with us 😃Be careful where you walk, I don't recommend it with young children because in places the low wall is narrow and you have to walk on the edge of the void. Sensations guaranteed! On our way we met My doggie of the cliffs, goats, ducks and hummingbirds 🥹🥹 (Original) Splendide marche 😃 Attention fermé depuis 6ans, alors nous avons enfreint l’interdiction, mais nous avons respecté les conditions météo…. Nous sommes parties de l’habitation Café Carbet et nous avons rejoint fonds Saint Denis environ 4km aller. Notre petite NAYA était avec nous 😃Faire attention où l’on marche je déconseille avec de jeunes enfants car par endroits le muret est étroit et il faut marcher au bord du vide. Sensations garanties! Sur notre chemin nous avons rencontrés Ma toutou des falaise , chèvres, canards et colibris 🥹🥹

(Translated by Google) Gorgeous ! You shouldn't get too dizzy otherwise it's great! I came across goats, small crabs and lots of small lizards. I'll give you the photo of the entrance...which is apparently forbidden...but open... (Original) Magnifique ! Il ne faut pas trop avoir le vertige sinon c'est top ! J'ai croisé des chèvres, des petits crabes et plein de petits lézards. Je vous mets la photo de l'entrée....qui est à priori interdite...mais ouverte...

(Translated by Google) This route is called slave canal path. On one side of the road there is the coffee house and on the other there is access to the slave canal, hence the name of the said municipal road. The canal is allegedly closed for work but the very beginning of work is invisible, thus justifying the abandonment of the historic site. Fortunately, the local residents claim to maintain the place themselves because the canal is useful to them for agriculture... So many tourists flock to this breathtaking site. (Original) Cette voie ce nomme chemin canal des esclaves. D'un côté de la voie il y a l'habitation la caféière et de l'autre il y a l'accès au canal des esclaves d'où le nom de ladite voie communale. Le canal est prétendument fermé pour travaux mais l'amorce même d'un début de chantier est inapparent justifiant ainsi l'abandon du site historique. Fort heureusement Les riverains allèguent entretenir eux mêmes les lieux car le canal leur est utile pour l'agriculture... Ainsi bon nombre de touristes affluent sur ce site époustouflant.

(Translated by Google) Pretty little canal that we follow up the mountain. (Original) Joli petit canal que l'on suit en remontant la montagne.

(Translated by Google) Hike without difficulty unless you are prone to vertigo. (Original) Randonnée sans difficulté sauf si vous êtes sujet au vertige.

(Translated by Google) I'm going to give it 4 stars so as not to lower the rating too much and because it's true that the views are very beautiful and it's very easy. In my case, it was average: I came across a man with a machete, the canal was dry, I saw a dead goat that made me feel very sorry for it, and a tarantula. (Original) Voy a poner 4 estrellas para no bajarle mucho la puntuación y porque es verdad que las vistas son muy bonitas y es muy fácil En mi caso fue regular: me crucé con un señor con machete, el canal estaba seco, vi a una cabra muerta que me dio mucha pena y a una tarántula.

We thought this museum was great and really good value. They have some interesting and relevant displays well laid out (in French but they still show the geological concepts clearly). The film was excellent. My daughters age 7 and 9 watched it all despite having to read the subtitles and it covers not just Mont Pelee but volcanoes in the Caribbean in general. There was also a special exhibition with many interactive maths and geometric puzzles to try out in a large cool room! We were staying in St Pierre anyway so it was an easy trip - and I’m not sure I’d have travelled down the island just to get there but anyway St Pierre is a good day out in itself with ruins of the volcano around the town including the old church in Rue d’Eglise and a lovely cafe.

Card machine doesn’t work so if you don’t have euros in cash they won’t let you in

I am very disappointed. We arrived at 1330 (3:30pm) and we were turned away even though the sign says otherwise. The agent would not allow a group of 10 people to enter even though we walked a half hour from st pierre to have a tour and though they do not close until 5pm! Very disappointed. Bad customer service.

Could have been very interesting and educational, however, our personal experience wasn’t that great. Our first attempt to visit failed, even though the sign on the window clearly stated the opening hours and it should’ve been open. The following day, our credit card was supposedly declined. We tried a different card and apparently, it was declined again. I then realised that the first payment had gone through and refused to try more cards or pay cash. We had to argue with the lady at the entrance for some time before she reluctantly let us in (no tickets issued). Shortly later, I checked the other bank account and realised that both payments had gone through! When we spoke to a member of staff (via Google translate as nobody there speaks English), they advised that payments are managed by the head office and there’s nothing they can do! Sadly, despite paying double the price, we could only benefit from the film upstairs, which we knew to request English subtitles to. The main exhibition is mainly in French and there are no English audio guides. There is an online one for a part of the exhibition, but you need a phone with data and headphones. We had only one phone with limited data between us and no headphones, so couldn’t use it. What a shame.

As several other reviewers have pointed out - this place is more closed than open. I tried to visit on Jan 18 (Wednesday) at 2pm. There were few other French tourist, incl. a family with a kid. We all “bounced” - despite helpful attempts by the security guards to reach someone in charge and allow us to enter. What a joke.

So interesting and great views!

I arrived at 3:30, the sign said open till 5 with last entry at 4, but they refused to let me in. Given how hard it is to get here, i think this policy of disappointing tourists is unwise. I advise readers to skip this place

One of the few places on the island I had the chance to have real coffee. I enjoyed that one a lot. Also a super friendly waitress that helped me out with a cigarette. Merci beaucoup for that! Sitting at the beach comes with a great vibe. Although sometimes some chicken might run around the table. Definitely worth a visit.

Good ambience but food not very good, overpriced prawns and fries from frozen packets. Great views and seating

Really nice atmosphere on a Saturday night, concert by a local band. Really nice music, nice food. Right ok the beach. Recommend

Best place to enjoy a perfect Martinique sunset over some cold drinks at the beach! Service was exceptional! Our waitress was very friendly. Drinks arrived quickly at our tables. For food we only tried the fried sweet potato appetizer. It was delicious!

Lovely place for food and drink while watching the sunset.

Great virgin mojito and despojito! Food was great- whole tuna and salad for me/ prawns and shrimp with fries and salad for my husband- right on the beach. We ate around 2 pm after a hike and still serving food. Parking right there. Has clean bathrooms and a volley ball court next door. Enjoyed our delicious meal!

One of my favorite places in Martinique mostly to get drinks in the afternoon or at sunset. Reggae music played all day long gives it a very Caribbean irie style vibes and the beach is just gorgeous. They have beds in front of the ocean, little living rooms on the sand (call ahead to reserve a spot), or tables on the deck by the bar which are protected from possible rain. A must do if you're in the North on the Caribbean side!

This isn't actually the correct location of the prison cell as seen on maps so don't get confused. (Hence the 4 star review) The cell isn't located by the building but through the ruins and by the right far end. The cell was originally built as a powder deposit. Hence the thick walls and lack of windows. The history of this small landmark is extraordinary. You may only see a small cell but what happened here is an incredible story. I recommend you take the time to read about St. Pierre, the volcano and the prisoner before you visit so you can appreciate the details. Otherwise you will just see ruins and a small cell made of stone. I for one found this to be an incredible experience. There are no tourist masses, no queues and no entrance fees. You are free to roam and take in history. The place was excavated and then left almost untouched for 100 years. Nowadays it is almost impossible to experience any place of interest in such an authentic way so don't disregard a visit,should you find yourself in St. Pierre.

(Translated by Google) From the theater, don't hesitate to go down the main street to see the dungeon, you can even go inside (Original) Depuis le théâtre, ne pas hésiter à descendre via la rue principale pour aller voir le cachot vous pouvez même rentrer dedans

(Translated by Google) A moving place, it is important to know the history of Cyparis in this 1902 eruption. The house of volcanoes at Morne Rouge is a good complement. (Original) Lieu émouvant, il est important de connaître l'histoire de Cyparis dans cette éruption de 1902. La maison des volcans au Morne Rouge constitue un bon complément.

(Translated by Google) A must-see in Saint-Pierre, steeped in emotion and history. The old prison, and in particular the famous Cyparis dungeon, a rare survivor of the eruption of Mount Pelée in 1902, bears poignant witness to the tragedy that struck the town. One is struck by the atmosphere of the place: the stone, the ruins, the oppressive calm... Everything recalls the destructive force of the eruption, but also the resilience of the few who survived. The site is freely accessible and well-maintained, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the place at their own pace. Cyparis's cell is still there, tiny, narrow, and impressive. However, the lack of on-site information is regrettable. There are very few information panels, even though the site has immense historical and educational potential. Information on prison life at the time, the context of the eruption, the identities of the prisoners, or Cyparis's journey after the disaster would have truly enriched the visit. This remains an essential stop in Saint-Pierre, ideally complemented by a visit to the 1902 disaster memorial, the ruins of the old theater, or the CDST (Earth Sciences Discovery Center). (Original) Un lieu incontournable à Saint-Pierre, chargé d’émotion et d’histoire. L’ancienne prison, et en particulier le célèbre cachot de Cyparis, rare survivant de l’éruption de la Montagne Pelée en 1902, constituent un témoignage poignant du drame qui a touché la ville. On est frappé par l’atmosphère des lieux, la pierre, les ruines, le calme pesant… Tout y rappelle la force destructrice de l’éruption, mais aussi la résilience de c'est quelques personnes qui ont survécu. Le site est librement accessible et bien entretenu, ce qui permet de s’imprégner du lieu à son rythme. La cellule de Cyparis est toujours là, minuscule, étroite, impressionnante. En revanche, on regrette le manque d’explications sur place. Il y a très peu de panneaux informatifs, alors que le site a un potentiel historique et pédagogique immense. Des éléments sur la vie carcérale à l’époque, le contexte de l’éruption, l’identité des prisonniers, ou encore le parcours de Cyparis après la catastrophe auraient vraiment enrichi la visite. Cela reste un arrêt essentiel à Saint-Pierre, à compléter idéalement avec la visite du Mémorial de la catastrophe de 1902, des ruines de l’ancien théâtre ou du CDST (Centre de Découverte des Sciences de la Terre).

(Translated by Google) A must-see in Martinique. A place steeped in history and emotion. It's a bit like the Pompeii of the Antilles. The memorial explains the tragedy of 1902 very well. A must-see! Follow the blue line painted on the ground. (Original) Incontournable en Martinique. Lieu gorgé d'histoire et d'émotions..C'est un peu le Pompei des Antilles. Le mémorial explique très bien la tragédie de 1902. Lieu à visiter ! Suivez la ligne bleue peinte au sol.

(Translated by Google) It's impressive to see the conditions in which Cyparis, one of the two survivors, escaped. (Original) C'est impressionnant de voir dans quelles conditions Cyparis, un des deux survivants, s'en est sorti.

(Translated by Google) The remains are open to the public 7 days a week; you have to follow the blue markings on the ground that guide you. It's just a shame that they're not maintained, weeds and the smell of urine is disturbing when you're showing your children a part of Martinique's history. (Original) Les vestiges sont en visites libre 7j/7 il faut suivre le marquage bleu au sol qui vous guide. C’est dommage juste que ce ne soit pas entretenu mauvaises herbes et odeur d’urine dérangeante quand on fait découvrir une partie de l’histoire de la Martinique à ses enfants.

(Translated by Google) Please note this is not where it is indicated on google. We parked on the D1 in front of the hike sign. There are 2 hard-to-find parking spaces and if not, 1km further down you have a large parking lot with a kiosk. The hike is unpleasant in rainy weather because it is all mud and slippery! It's only the descent to the river that is magical. You have to walk along the river a bit to get to a superb swimming pool. We then turned around because there was no car on the other side of the path. The trip is noted as 2.1km from the D1 and 2.6km on the other side of the road (D2 I believe). (Original) Attention ce n’est pas là où c’est indiqué sur google. Nous nous sommes stationnés sur la D1 devant le panneau de la rando. Il y a 2 places de stationnement à l’arrache et sinon à 1km plus bas vous avez un grand parking avec un kiosque. La rando est désagréable par temps pluvieux car c’est que de la boue et glissant ! C’est uniquement de la descente jusqu’à la rivière qui est magique. Il faut longer un peu la rivière pour arriver à une superbe piscine. Nous avons ensuite fait demi tour sur nos pas car pas de voiture de l’autre côté du chemin. Le trajet est noté comme 2.1km depuis la D1 et 2.6km de l’autre côté de la route (D2 je crois).

The trek does not start here. Be careful, both beginning and ending are way more up north.

(Translated by Google) Very beautiful hike, to be done early if possible to have an experience alone in the middle of the tropical forest. Starting at 7 a.m., we only met a few workers halfway. The forest offers a very beautiful, peaceful setting, we were impressed by the crossed trees. Possible to stop by and see the SDG waterfall before the hike if possible to enjoy it alone (it's ready and very quick). (Original) Très belle randonnée, à faire tôt si possible pour vivre une expérience seul au milieu de la forêt tropicale. En débutant à 7h, nous n’avons croisé que quelques ouvriers à mi chemin. La forêt offre un très beau décor, paisible, nous avons été impressionnés par les arbres croisés. Possible de passer voir la cascade SDG avant la randonnée si possible pour en profiter seul (c’est tout prêt et très rapide).

(Translated by Google) Nice, varied hike through the forest. Feasible for young and old. If you want to do the hike as a circular route, you have to walk a large part of the way back along the road. (Original) Schöne, abwechslungsreiche Wanderung durch den Wald. Machbar für Klein und Groß. Falls man die Wanderung als Rundweg machen möchte, muss man jedoch einen Großteil des Rückweges an der Straße entlang laufen.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful hike, with a river in the middle. Muddy and slippery to avoid in case of rain. Round trip from end to end approximately 10km. (Original) Belle randonnée, avec une rivière au milieu. Boueux et glissant à éviter en cas de pluie. Aller-retour de bout en bout environ 10km.

(Translated by Google) Departure: parking for approximately 10 cars, along the road, sign at the entrance to the course. Out and back hike, no loop unless you go back by road but I don't recommend it. You go down into the forest on a narrow, well-trodden, slightly muddy marked path. Beautiful steps sometimes, between the roots of large endemic trees, pretty flowers that catch the eye, tree ferns. 1h30 halfway through you cross a small river, then a wooden bridge and shortly after a pleasant suspended footbridge of around 30m. To the left of the footbridge go down into the river bed and you will come across a pretty fish pond, ok for swimming and picnicking 👍. Dad, mom and two children, 6 and 9 years old. 1 hour ascent. The children loved it (Original) Départ : parking 10 voitures environ, le long de la route, panneau à l'entrée du parcours. Rando aller/retour pas de boucle sauf si vous remontez par la route mais je vous le déconseille. Vous descendez dans la forêt sur un chemin balisé etroit très emprunté, un peu boueux. Belles marches parfois, entre les racines de grands arbres endémiques, jolies fleurs qui attirent l'oeil, fougères arborescentes. 1h30 à mi parcours vous croisez une petite rivière, puis un pont en bois et peu après une passerelle suspendue d'environ 30m sympathique. A gauche de la passerelle descendez dans le lit de la rivière et vous tomberez sur un joli bassin poissonneux, ok pour la baignade et le picnic 👍. Papa maman et deux enfants 6 et 9 ans. 1h à la remontée. Les enfants ont adoré

(Translated by Google) Very nice hike Journey through the undergrowth with the mountain whistler as a melody. The small springs on the way back by road allow you to cool off. (Original) Très belle randonnée Parcours dans les sous bois avec comme melodie le siffleur des montagnes. Les petites sources sur le retour par la route permettent de bien se rafraîchir.

(Translated by Google) Hike in an 'Indiana Jones' setting: from the parking lot on the D1, descent towards the Lorrain footbridge... Humid tropical! (Original) Randonnée dans un décor à la ' Indiana Jones ' : depuis le parking sur la D1, descente vers la passerelle du Lorrain... Tropical humide !

(Translated by Google) Beautiful walk in the forest. If only one car: go down to the river (around 1h15) and turn around. Avoid if it rains: steep and muddy. (Original) Belle balade dans la forêt. Si une seule voiture: descendre jusqu'à la rivière (environ 1h15) et faire demi tour. A éviter s'il a plu: pentu et boueux.

This isn't actually the correct location of the prison cell as seen on maps so don't get confused. (Hence the 4 star review) The cell isn't located by the building but through the ruins and by the right far end. The cell was originally built as a powder deposit. Hence the thick walls and lack of windows. The history of this small landmark is extraordinary. You may only see a small cell but what happened here is an incredible story. I recommend you take the time to read about St. Pierre, the volcano and the prisoner before you visit so you can appreciate the details. Otherwise you will just see ruins and a small cell made of stone. I for one found this to be an incredible experience. There are no tourist masses, no queues and no entrance fees. You are free to roam and take in history. The place was excavated and then left almost untouched for 100 years. Nowadays it is almost impossible to experience any place of interest in such an authentic way so don't disregard a visit,should you find yourself in St. Pierre.

(Translated by Google) From the theater, don't hesitate to go down the main street to see the dungeon, you can even go inside (Original) Depuis le théâtre, ne pas hésiter à descendre via la rue principale pour aller voir le cachot vous pouvez même rentrer dedans

(Translated by Google) A moving place, it is important to know the history of Cyparis in this 1902 eruption. The house of volcanoes at Morne Rouge is a good complement. (Original) Lieu émouvant, il est important de connaître l'histoire de Cyparis dans cette éruption de 1902. La maison des volcans au Morne Rouge constitue un bon complément.

(Translated by Google) A must-see in Saint-Pierre, steeped in emotion and history. The old prison, and in particular the famous Cyparis dungeon, a rare survivor of the eruption of Mount Pelée in 1902, bears poignant witness to the tragedy that struck the town. One is struck by the atmosphere of the place: the stone, the ruins, the oppressive calm... Everything recalls the destructive force of the eruption, but also the resilience of the few who survived. The site is freely accessible and well-maintained, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the place at their own pace. Cyparis's cell is still there, tiny, narrow, and impressive. However, the lack of on-site information is regrettable. There are very few information panels, even though the site has immense historical and educational potential. Information on prison life at the time, the context of the eruption, the identities of the prisoners, or Cyparis's journey after the disaster would have truly enriched the visit. This remains an essential stop in Saint-Pierre, ideally complemented by a visit to the 1902 disaster memorial, the ruins of the old theater, or the CDST (Earth Sciences Discovery Center). (Original) Un lieu incontournable à Saint-Pierre, chargé d’émotion et d’histoire. L’ancienne prison, et en particulier le célèbre cachot de Cyparis, rare survivant de l’éruption de la Montagne Pelée en 1902, constituent un témoignage poignant du drame qui a touché la ville. On est frappé par l’atmosphère des lieux, la pierre, les ruines, le calme pesant… Tout y rappelle la force destructrice de l’éruption, mais aussi la résilience de c'est quelques personnes qui ont survécu. Le site est librement accessible et bien entretenu, ce qui permet de s’imprégner du lieu à son rythme. La cellule de Cyparis est toujours là, minuscule, étroite, impressionnante. En revanche, on regrette le manque d’explications sur place. Il y a très peu de panneaux informatifs, alors que le site a un potentiel historique et pédagogique immense. Des éléments sur la vie carcérale à l’époque, le contexte de l’éruption, l’identité des prisonniers, ou encore le parcours de Cyparis après la catastrophe auraient vraiment enrichi la visite. Cela reste un arrêt essentiel à Saint-Pierre, à compléter idéalement avec la visite du Mémorial de la catastrophe de 1902, des ruines de l’ancien théâtre ou du CDST (Centre de Découverte des Sciences de la Terre).

(Translated by Google) A must-see in Martinique. A place steeped in history and emotion. It's a bit like the Pompeii of the Antilles. The memorial explains the tragedy of 1902 very well. A must-see! Follow the blue line painted on the ground. (Original) Incontournable en Martinique. Lieu gorgé d'histoire et d'émotions..C'est un peu le Pompei des Antilles. Le mémorial explique très bien la tragédie de 1902. Lieu à visiter ! Suivez la ligne bleue peinte au sol.

(Translated by Google) It's impressive to see the conditions in which Cyparis, one of the two survivors, escaped. (Original) C'est impressionnant de voir dans quelles conditions Cyparis, un des deux survivants, s'en est sorti.

(Translated by Google) The remains are open to the public 7 days a week; you have to follow the blue markings on the ground that guide you. It's just a shame that they're not maintained, weeds and the smell of urine is disturbing when you're showing your children a part of Martinique's history. (Original) Les vestiges sont en visites libre 7j/7 il faut suivre le marquage bleu au sol qui vous guide. C’est dommage juste que ce ne soit pas entretenu mauvaises herbes et odeur d’urine dérangeante quand on fait découvrir une partie de l’histoire de la Martinique à ses enfants.