Guadeloupe Food tour: Eat Like A Local
Eat Like A Local: Guadeloupe Flavors
€ 89 / US$ 89 per person*
YOUR EXPERIENCE
If you are the kind of traveller (not tourist) who likes to visit, listen, learn about history and TASTE new flavours… this food tour is for you.
Our 5-hour food tour will take you off the beaten track and away from the tourist traps and will introduce you to the iconic dishes and flavours of the archipelago with the help of our local guide.
You will also discover the places of life, the architecture and the history of its inhabitants.
What you’ll Experience on this tour:
- The history of the archipelago and its inhabitants.
- The flavours and delicacies emblematic of Guadeloupe.
- Discover Guadeloupe through places frequented by locals far from the “tourist” traps.
- You will leave with all the tips and tricks that will allow you to continue exploring the archipelago like a local.
- You can take your goodies home in a free tote bag.
Karukera Experiences is firmly committed to revitalising the economy and gastronomic heritage of Guadeloupe. By promoting small, independent establishments that use local and sustainable ingredients, we bring you the best and help our beautiful island to thrive.
Our experiences are limited in number so you won’t be trapped by tourists. You’ll get the full attention of our guides and leave with the best advice on what to eat, see and do throughout your stay.
Whether you’re travelling alone, with friends or with your family, you’ll soon see why visiting the island with Karukera Experiences is one of the best things to do in Guadeloupe.
Tour Size
Minimum four participants, maximum seven participants (COVID-19 restriction).
Duration
Maximum 5 hours.
Day of the Week
This tour is only available from Tuesday to Friday (except public holidays).
Meeting point
Cruise terminal in Pointe-à -Pitre or ANTILLOPÔLE, next to the airport.
Includes
Various small tastings of local dishes are included in the tours.
What to Wear & Bring
We recommend that you wear light, comfortable clothing and walking shoes.
Food Allergies
Please let us know at the time of booking if you have any dietary restrictions. We will do our best to arrange alternate tastings for you so you can still enjoy Guadeloupe’s cuisine.
WHAT IS A FOOD TOUR?
ADDITIONAL INFO
Check-in / Departs / Returns:
- Départ from 10 to 11am.
- Retourns around 3pm.
Accessibility:
- Minimal walking is required.
- This tour is NOT handicap accessible as attendees will need to go up/down minimal stairs to get on/off the bus multiple times.
A minimum of 4 participants is required for this tour to take place. Privatisation possible on request!
*INFORMATION ON OUR PRICES
THIS FOOD TOUR INCLUDES:
- A minimum of 7 tastings of sweet and savoury dishes and drinks emblematic of Guadeloupean gastronomy.
- Visits in small groups (possibility of privatisation).
- Guided tour (distillery, local market, etc.).
- Bilingual tour guide and culinary expert for the duration of the trip for groups of at least 4 people.
- Transport by air-conditioned minibus.
- Bottles of water.
PRICE : € 89 / US$ 89 per person.
MEETING POINT
Meeting point :
- Cruise Terminal (D125, 97110 Pointe-Ã -Pitre).
- Parc Activités Antillopole – Les Abymes (located 100 meters from the entrance of the airport Guadeloupe Pôle Caraïbe).
HEALTH & SAFETY STANDARDS
- Participants must maintain a physical distance of one metre or more outside the vehicle
- All passengers on board must wear a face covering while boarding and travelling on board the vehicle
- Hand sanitiser will be available on all of our vehicles. We strongly advise passengers to use this when boarding and disembarking from the vehicle.
- Our vehicles will be deep cleaned by hand before and after each tour
- Groups of maximum 7 people per tour
FAQ - FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Yes, our tours are commented in French and English.
No. Tasting sessions are offered when visiting the distilleries or restaurants, for those who wish to do so. Tasting is an integral part of the visits, as are the guided and commented tours of the sites, the photo stops, the discussions with the in-house experts… but it is in no way compulsory.
Yes, our tours are rich and varied experiences that do not require the consumption of alcohol. Children and young people under the age of 18 can participate, but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian of legal age.
In most cases, yes. We will always do our best to accommodate guests with food allergies or special dietary requirements. Please mention any dietary restrictions when making your reservation or send us an e-mail with your specific wishes.