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Dan and Kika from the boat Uma undertake a two-day, 32-kilometer hike on the La Trace des Alizés trail in Guadeloupe.0:59 The pair limits the multi-day trek to a two-day section due to a lack of specialized camping gear and provisions.1:17 The route involves navigating steep, muddy terrain and riverbeds, requiring significant physical and mental endurance.6:42 They spend one night in a refuge cabin before ascending to the summit of a volcano at 1,467 meters.8:57 The volcanic area features active steam vents and a strong sulfur odor.15:07 After completing the descent, the pair soaks their feet in a natural hot spring.17:02 A landslide on the road delays their return to the boat by two hours, but they successfully secure a ride back to the coast.18:18 The experience demonstrates that even without full expedition equipment, a multi-day trail remains accessible by selecting shorter, manageable segments and utilizing local infrastructure like refuge cabins.

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