Your school field trips to the Garden
Plan yourfield tripat the Valombreuse Garden
To ensure a successful outing, the garden offers activities for children, a ride on the Valombreuse Express electric train, a dedicated reception area, and an opportunity to explore local and global biodiversity—all of which will help remind children of the importance of conservation.
By visiting the Valombreuse Botanical Garden, your students will discover species endemic to the Caribbean that we are committed to safeguarding in order to preserve the full richness of our islands’ biodiversity.
By visiting the Valombreuse Botanical Garden, your students will discover species endemic to the Caribbean that we are committed to safeguarding in order to preserve the full richness of our islands’ biodiversity.
Today's schedule: In the garden
Discover an exceptional array of plants
With more than 1,000 plant species, some of which are rare, the Jardin de Valombre is a true treasure trove. Flamingos, parrots, and lorikeets round out the experience.
A New Perspective: From the Garden
Workshop on bromeliads, a tour of the Magic Garden, a VIP tour with animal caretakers... so many educational activities to enjoy with your class upon request! Contact the Garden to book your session!
Children's favorite moment: The Little Train
A relaxing break for teachers and a fun activity for children: a tour of the garden by electric train! Reserve the train exclusively for your class at a time that suits you! The only one of its kind in Guadeloupe!
Continue the adventure atAkropark
Located near the Jardin de Valombreuse, Akropark offers tree-climbing courses suitable for children ages 3 and up in a natural setting.
Zip lines, rope bridges, and fun workshops allow you to extend your school field trip with a supervised physical activity. This outdoor experience perfectly complements a visit to the botanical garden and offers students an activity that is fun, educational, and safe.
Zip lines, rope bridges, and fun workshops allow you to extend your school field trip with a supervised physical activity. This outdoor experience perfectly complements a visit to the botanical garden and offers students an activity that is fun, educational, and safe.
Educational resources to download
To enhance the field trip experience, educational booklets are available free of charge.
Module 1: Arthropods and Insects – Identification and Role in the Ecosystem.
Module 2: Lepidoptera – Discovering Butterflies.
Module 3: The Butterfly Life Cycle – Understanding Metamorphosis, with an activity book for younger children.