Martinique

Nearby areas in Martinique

The Wild North

Characterized by lush rainforest, thick vegetation, and streaming waterfalls this mountainous area is a nature-lover's dream. You can spend whole days hiking around the jungle or simply enjoying the views from a well-paved road and comfortable car. Either way the rocky, jagged coastlines and colorful flora are spectacular and worth the trip to view them. The larger mountains are in the northwest, including the dormant volcano Montagne Pelee. The volcanic nature of this region has resulted in a fertile land full of fruits, flowers, and wildlife.

Le Lamentin

The midsection of the island is a relatively flat plain that supports most of the plantations of the island. Sugar cane is the dominant crop, with pineapples and bananas occupying much of the land as well. Many islanders live on this lush strip of land.

The Luxurious South

While still mountainous, this area of the island has many lower hills, calm and sandy beaches, and the fashionable Fort-de-France. The true nature of this French island is best illustrated in the breathtaking shore and indulgences of the elegant capital city. Whether luxury to you means spending hours in the sun on a black sand beach, or hopping between chic shops and gourmet restaurants, you'll find plenty of both. Even though this area is more developed than the north, wildflowers and birds are still abundant enough to make exploring the wooded areas around the beaches worthwhile. The Baie de Fort de France, full of twisted mangroves, is an alluring wetland.

For more information about Martinique

Martinique Tourist Office

Blvd Alfassa (Bord de Mer), 97206 Fort-de-France, phone 011-596-63-79-60, fax 011-596-73-66-93.

New York

444 Madison Avenue, New York, New York 10022, phone 800-391-4909, fax 212-838-7855, email martinique@nyo.com.