Carbet Falls (Les Chutes du Carbet)
Carbet Falls (Les Chutes du Carbet)
Carbet Falls (Les Chutes du Carbet)
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You know you need lots of vacation photos, so why not take them here? These three waterfalls showcase the natural beauty of the tropical landscape.
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Quentin G
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Feb 2024 • Couples
Visit to the second Carbet waterfall.
Paying €5.30 per person is frankly a tourist scam. Seeing a waterfall in the distance due to the 2004 earthquake is a bit of a nice excuse to avoid improving access.. even if it is pleasant to look at
The people who work there walk around the aisles with trash grabbers but without taking one... even though there is a lot of trash left by tourists. (Inadmissible by the way)
Finally, the description panels are completely illegible and there is a severe lack of history, description... we are still in a national park!!!
Only positive points: provision of toilets (rough concrete but that's it) as well as the reception of a woman explaining to us the progress of the visit and what is possible to do depending on the time of arrival. 'arrival.
Paying €5.30 per person is frankly a tourist scam. Seeing a waterfall in the distance due to the 2004 earthquake is a bit of a nice excuse to avoid improving access.. even if it is pleasant to look at
The people who work there walk around the aisles with trash grabbers but without taking one... even though there is a lot of trash left by tourists. (Inadmissible by the way)
Finally, the description panels are completely illegible and there is a severe lack of history, description... we are still in a national park!!!
Only positive points: provision of toilets (rough concrete but that's it) as well as the reception of a woman explaining to us the progress of the visit and what is possible to do depending on the time of arrival. 'arrival.
Written February 7, 2024
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alain d
Poitiers298 contributions
Apr 2024 • Couples
The 3 Carbet Falls are ideal for discovering the tropical rainforest. The first fall is by far the most uninteresting but it takes 4 hours round trip with some difficult sections. Bring water, food, good shoes and rain gear (a poncho is actually good) because when it rains... it rains. Fall No. 2 is a formality, a short walk of 20 minutes round trip. The end of waterfall No. 3 is closed so you can't see the fall, it's nerd... There is an entrance fee, which is unusual given that we are in a national park...
Written May 4, 2024
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Natasha
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Apr 2023 • Friends
This is a very active trip with lots of steps (uphill and downhill) involved to get to the second waterfall, and dissappointingly you end up at a ledge where you can only take a photo of it. There is limited time to admire the second waterfall because there is a huge line of other visitors waiting to take a photo.
The first waterfall is a lot easier to get too, about a five minute walk. It is beautiful and you can actually go into the water and swim under the fall. But you only get 20 minutes here before having to leave to get to the second waterfall. So really not enough time to walk to the waterfall, enjoy the sights and take a swim.
The first waterfall is a lot easier to get too, about a five minute walk. It is beautiful and you can actually go into the water and swim under the fall. But you only get 20 minutes here before having to leave to get to the second waterfall. So really not enough time to walk to the waterfall, enjoy the sights and take a swim.
Written April 15, 2023
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henri b
Ajaccio, France35 contributions
Mar 2024 • Couples
Already the price is abusive 5.30 now per adult. No prices for people with reduced mobility.
So we priced the places thinking that access to the falls was accessible as indicated on the site. Off the course and just accessible for 50 meters, even from very far away just trickles of water coming out of the mountain. A shame to pay to see almost nothing. We asked for a refund and of course we got nothing. For the PMR we went to the crayfish waterfall which is accessible and free.
So we priced the places thinking that access to the falls was accessible as indicated on the site. Off the course and just accessible for 50 meters, even from very far away just trickles of water coming out of the mountain. A shame to pay to see almost nothing. We asked for a refund and of course we got nothing. For the PMR we went to the crayfish waterfall which is accessible and free.
Written March 26, 2024
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VibrantDreamer.com
Canada2,862 contributions
Dec 2021 • Solo
Fantastic Falls! Do walk to the 3rd Waterfall! First Waterfall is magnificent. 2nd Fall is meh!
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To walk from the main parking area where there is reception to 2nd waterfall, it takes 20 min. You can't go down the base or swim there. Just take a look, pics, and that's about it.
It takes another 1.5 hours steady upside walk to the 1st waterfall. It is a tiring walk but unique and very much worth it. Kids can do it too with help of course. Be mindful. It is slippery. There are rocks, roots, muds.
You can swim (kind of) in the 3rd waterfall. View of the fall facing the see is magnificent. The falls are beautiful too.
3.5-4 hours for both falls without counting the stops. Charge 5 Euro per adult. Parking is FREE .
What I did was by mistake Google took me to the 3rd waterfall parking lot. It is a 45 min walk to the 3rd waterfall. It is amazing with the biggest base of all the 3 falls. You can walk swim play. It gets crowded. There was nobody when I got there around 9:15 AM.
I then walked the AMAZING trail to waterfall 1 then back to 2 then to 1. Took me 8 HOURS. The hike from 3 is unique and challenging. Very challenging I'd say. I crossed the river twice. Used ropes to climb vertical.
It was very much worth it. It is a life experience. I was solo and didn't see a sole till I got to the intersection of waterfalls 2 and 3.
My recommendation: If you can, make the walk from parking lot of waterfall 3 but have someone or take a taxi from the reception so you don't have to walk back the whole thing again. This will also save the 5 Euros.
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To walk from the main parking area where there is reception to 2nd waterfall, it takes 20 min. You can't go down the base or swim there. Just take a look, pics, and that's about it.
It takes another 1.5 hours steady upside walk to the 1st waterfall. It is a tiring walk but unique and very much worth it. Kids can do it too with help of course. Be mindful. It is slippery. There are rocks, roots, muds.
You can swim (kind of) in the 3rd waterfall. View of the fall facing the see is magnificent. The falls are beautiful too.
3.5-4 hours for both falls without counting the stops. Charge 5 Euro per adult. Parking is FREE .
What I did was by mistake Google took me to the 3rd waterfall parking lot. It is a 45 min walk to the 3rd waterfall. It is amazing with the biggest base of all the 3 falls. You can walk swim play. It gets crowded. There was nobody when I got there around 9:15 AM.
I then walked the AMAZING trail to waterfall 1 then back to 2 then to 1. Took me 8 HOURS. The hike from 3 is unique and challenging. Very challenging I'd say. I crossed the river twice. Used ropes to climb vertical.
It was very much worth it. It is a life experience. I was solo and didn't see a sole till I got to the intersection of waterfalls 2 and 3.
My recommendation: If you can, make the walk from parking lot of waterfall 3 but have someone or take a taxi from the reception so you don't have to walk back the whole thing again. This will also save the 5 Euros.
Written December 28, 2021
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Plane68
Colmar, France8,287 contributions
Jan 2024 • Couples
The Carbet Falls are accessible for a fee of €5.30. Parking will be along the road on single access falls. Friendly welcome. There are 3 falls formed by the Grand-Carbet river. These falls are visible from the coast, it is said that Christopher Columbus would have seen them when he arrived on the Côte-au-vent.
Written January 30, 2024
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mdonadey
Guyancourt, France373 contributions
May 2024 • Couples
The tropics as we imagine: lush vegetation, warmth, sweatiness and a little effort (1 hour round trip to the nearest waterfall). Too bad the viewpoint does not highlight the greatness (110 meters!) of the fall. A nice exit that gives an impression of discovery even if I take place is VERY laid out!
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Written June 24, 2024
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JAIME
Chandler’s Ford, UK103 contributions
Apr 2022 • Family
We parked by waterfall 3 and despite being fairly experienced hikers and in good physical condition, we found the route down to waterfall 3 quite challenging.
Most of the way is very muddy and the rocks are super slippy. There are also tree roots everywhere and a sheer vertical rock face section that you have to navigate down by roots and a dodgy bit of rope.
We then decided to try and get to waterfall 1&2 but gave up after crossing the river twice (knee deep water) and me almost going feet first down a rapid after slipping on the rocks.
Wouldn't reccomend doing this without walking boots and if you want to see waterfall 2 and 1 drive round to the right car park, dint try and get there from waterfall 3 carpark as its just too dangerous.
Most of the way is very muddy and the rocks are super slippy. There are also tree roots everywhere and a sheer vertical rock face section that you have to navigate down by roots and a dodgy bit of rope.
We then decided to try and get to waterfall 1&2 but gave up after crossing the river twice (knee deep water) and me almost going feet first down a rapid after slipping on the rocks.
Wouldn't reccomend doing this without walking boots and if you want to see waterfall 2 and 1 drive round to the right car park, dint try and get there from waterfall 3 carpark as its just too dangerous.
Written April 11, 2022
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Laurence M
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Oct 2024 • Couples
Visit the first and second falls. Access to the first waterfall is very sporty. You have to go with good hiking shoes, snacks and good cardio.
The first fall is a real pleasure for the eyes. It is possible to swim there and enjoy the view overlooking Capesterre-Belle-Eau when the sky is clear.
The second easiest to access is nice but less impressive.
Facilities are qualitative (clean toilets and carbets).
Hiking trail well marked and well equipped.
Professional welcome and pleasant staff.
A downside for accessibility for people with reduced mobility.
The first fall is a real pleasure for the eyes. It is possible to swim there and enjoy the view overlooking Capesterre-Belle-Eau when the sky is clear.
The second easiest to access is nice but less impressive.
Facilities are qualitative (clean toilets and carbets).
Hiking trail well marked and well equipped.
Professional welcome and pleasant staff.
A downside for accessibility for people with reduced mobility.
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Written October 13, 2024
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Francois37
Saint-Romain-de-Colbosc, France211 contributions
Feb 2024 • Couples
A climb in the tropical forest, it's humid, the vegetation is luxuriant, the ground is quite slippery and certain passages require you to take it very gently if you are not of the chamois sign, but what joy there is 'arrival..!
It takes barely 3 hours for the round trip with good footing, and it's definitely worth it.
It creates a truly beautiful memory!
Go for it, with good shoes and without being an accomplished athlete, it's easy to do.
It takes barely 3 hours for the round trip with good footing, and it's definitely worth it.
It creates a truly beautiful memory!
Go for it, with good shoes and without being an accomplished athlete, it's easy to do.
Written February 20, 2024
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Bonjour!est ce possible de faire la randonnée de la soufrière et les chutes du carbet dans la même journée?
Written March 6, 2019
Bonjour, vous avez sûrement déjà obtenu la réponse mais celle-ci pourrait être utile à d'autres: alors en effet on peut faire les randonnées de la Soufriere et les chutes du Carbet dans la même journée si on est bon randonneur ( pour info dans la même journée nous avons fait la Soufrière depuis les bains jaunes jusqu'à la découverte en environ 3h, et la deuxième chute du Carbet uniquement car les deux autres etaient fermées ).
Written April 10, 2019
This may seem like a silly question but I wasn't able to find an answer in reviews. I saw that their are restrooms near the entrance... but with all the water we will be drinking and once we are 2 hours into the hike. Where is everyone going to the bathroom? lol
Written September 14, 2018
Bonjour, pourriez vous svp m'indiquer si c'est praticable avec des enfants dont le plus jeune a 5 ans. merci.
Written December 3, 2017
Si Vous parlez de la deuxième chute du Carbet : oui, tout à fait ! Nous l’avons fait récemment avec trois jeunes enfants, dont un bébé âgé de huit mois seulement.
Written May 18, 2018
Is Les chutes du Carbett part way up La Soufiere? Or is it just nearby? We've pretty much decided La Soufriere is too strenuous for us (old and fat) but Les chutes du Carbett seems to be a good option. I just can't figure out where it is.
Written March 15, 2017
Les Chutes are on the other side of the Soufrière. It is a lot easier.
There ares igns on the road at Capesterre Belle Eaux
Written March 27, 2017
What are some of the easiest waterfalls to access and swim in. Limited walking distance. Staying by Grand anse
Written October 16, 2016
Hi Sandy,
there are no easiest waterfalls staying by Grand Anse. You can may be try la 'Cascade aux Ecrevisses' but you will need to drive.
Take care
F F
Written October 22, 2016
Verlier
Port of Spain, Trinidad
What is the entrance fee for the Carbet Falls and do you get to see all of the falls for the entrance fee.
What time does it open and close for the day. Is it open on weekends as well.
Written March 2, 2016
Bonjour, j'aimerai savoir si la les chutes serai possibles avec une enfant de 2ans(portage de randonnée sur mon dos)??
Written January 18, 2016
La seconde chute est très accessible : 20 minutes de marche sur un sentier balisé et aménagé à partir du parking. Ne tentez, sous aucun prétexte les autres chutes : l'accès est très compliqué, voir dangereux dans la forêt.
Written January 18, 2016
Marina M
Monterosso al Mare, Italy
good moring,how can i get to the king parking Disney ?
Written January 15, 2015
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