Guadeloupe: Private French Caribbean Rum Tour with Tastings

Discover Guadeloupe’s finest rums and learn more about how french rums are made in this island 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.

Your journey from Pointe-à-Pitre takes you through the lush countryside of the island of Basse-Terre to the Longueteau estate, home of Guadeloupe’s famous rum. Enjoy a narrated sightseeing drive as your guide unfolds the history of Guadeloupe in a lively and interactive discussion. Upon arrival at the Longueteau estate, you will be welcomed with sugar cane juice and pieces of sugar cane to snack on.

Take a step back in time and get a glimpse of how Guadeloupe was 300 years ago. Visit to a functional historical plantation at Longueteau Estate where your guide will be given a tour. Discover what goes into the french island’s rum distilling process, followed by the opportunity to taste authentic rums and liqueurs. While here, you will be able to purchase your favorite flavors at excellent prices (not included).

The tour ends with a visit to the archipelago’s only rum producer specialising in the ageing of rums. The in-house guide will take you on a tour of the ageing cellar and bottling area to show you the long process of ageing distillates, the work of the cellar master and the production of amber, golden and old rums. The tour ends with a guided tasting session with the in-house guide or your guide, during which you can sample the aged rums of your choice.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.