St. Lucia

Drive through the Castries up to Morne Fortune for fantastic views of the city and your ship. You’ll continue across the rolling hills passing the banana plantations en route to Soufriere, nestled at the base of St Lucia’s landmark twin peaks, the Pitons. See evidence of the island’s volcanic beginnings some 300,000 years ago and the bubbling mud pools of the Sulphur Springs.

Stroll around the beautiful Botanical Gardens well known for their array of tropical plants and tranquil waterfall. Afterwards, a Caribbean buffet lunch awaits you at the Old Mill and Waterwheel Restaurant.

After lunch, set sail for a scenic coastal cruise. Take in the views of St Lucia as you quench your thirst from the open bar. During a brief stop at Anse Cochon, cool off with a swim before heading to Marigot Bay. This beautiful natural bay was the location for the original Dr Doolittle film; see for yourself why so many are charmed by this quaint cove.

Depart Castries Harbour aboard the 60ft Defender sightseeing boat ‘Free Willy’.

The waters in St Lucia have over 40 different species of whale and dolphins with the most common sightings being Spinner and Stripped Dolphins. If you are lucky, you may also catch a glimpse of a Humpback, Sperm or Pilot Whales as you cruise the St Lucia coast.

Although there is never a 100% guarantee of sightings, the crew are always optimistic!

During your cruise, you’ll be offered an unlimited supply of soft drinks, beer, or rum punch.

Take a leisurely drive through St Lucia’s capital, Castries and head towards La Toc for a short scenic drive, offering picturesque views of the island.

A brief visit to Eudovic’s Art Studio will show you St Lucian wood work at its best. Smooth abstract forms are created from ancient roots found deep within the rainforest. You’ll also find mahogany, teak and red or white cedar wood products. Enjoy time to explore this small art studio and perhaps purchase a souvenir of your visit.

Afterwards, you’ll take a drive through the Morne region and onto St. Mark’s – an old colonial-style home perfectly placed high in the hills, offering superb panoramic views of the city and beyond.

St Mark’s was built in 1887 on the foundation of an old lodge called ‘Diamond Jubilee Lodge’ and rebuilt again in 1942. Admire the antique furniture with some pieces dating back to 1890. Almost 95% of the hand-made furniture is St Lucian. During your visit a delicious array of savoury and sweet refreshments will be available with tea or coffee. Enjoy the time to do as you please, explore the house or simply relax and take in the views.

Take a journey to the north of the island. At the Orientation Centre, you’ll be kitted out, given a safety briefing and asked to perform some simple manoeuvres.

Go off the beaten track on an adventurous journey through some of St. Lucia’s most beautiful landscapes. Whizzing along the rugged, windswept Atlantic coastline see the Atlantic rollers crashing against the cliffs.

You’ll make a stop at the beach, where you will be served some light refreshments. Sea conditions permitting, you’ll have chance to cool off with a swim, explore the surroundings or just relax and soak up the sun.

Cruise along St Lucia’s west coast, passing by the La Toc Peninsular and small villages dotted along the shores.

As you near Soufriere Bay, the twin peaks of Petit and Gros Pitons dominate the skyline – rising majestically, 2,600 feet from the sea. Be sure to have your camera ready to capture the green hills contrasting beautifully with the bright blue skies as you circle the Bay.

From here you’ll cruise along to Anse Cochon, where you can take a refreshing swim. An assortment of light snacks, juices and rum punch will be served as you make your way to idyllic Marigot Bay, St Lucia’s most scenic natural harbour.

As you make your way back to Castries, you can relax and take in the views whilst listening to the lively sounds of Caribbean music.

Your scenic delights begin as you wend your way through the hills and villages 2,000 feet into the St Lucian mountains.

At the Rainforest Sky Rides Base, you’ll embark on a fabulous Aerial Tram ride through the forest canopy. The 16 open-air gondolas seat up to 8 passengers and a naturalist guide, travelling at a leisurely pace to see the forest treasures.

Venture high into the mature Caribbean oceanic rainforest, nurtured by warm gentle rains and rich volcanic soil. Relax as the gondolas safely glide through and over the treetops, where knotted and woody vines wind to the top of the old forest trees.

See the dense thickets of vegetation merging with the wild flowers and colourful berries. Smell the fragrant flowering trees of Giant Chatannier, Magnolia and Gommier.

After experiencing the forest from above, you’ll take a 20-30 minute walk to explore the forest at ground level.

Before leaving, enjoy a refreshing drink at the Hummingbird Café.

A flight in a helicopter is a truly memorable experience, combined with the stunning sights of St Lucia, it will really make for a day to remember.

After a short drive to St. Lucia helipad at Vigie, you’ll board your helicopter and ascend over Castries Harbour. You’ll sweep along the west shoreline of St. Lucia and enjoy beautiful aerial views of Marigot Bay, where the famous movie, Doctor Doolittle was filmed. You’ll continue south to Soufriere to capture the majestic Pitons, which rise directly from the sea to the sky, a truly spectacular sight.

Your return flight takes you inland to capture the stunning contrasting images of St. Lucia’s volcanic hot springs and tropical rainforest, before heading back to Castries.

Embark on a drive through St Lucia’s capital, Castries and up to Morne Fortune for some wonderful panoramic views, before heading further into the hillsides of St Lucia.

A stop will be made at the Caribelle Batik studios for you to admire, and perhaps buy, some of the world-renowned wall hangings and apparels for which Caribelle Batik is justifiably famous. During your visit you’ll also be offered a refreshing fruit or rum punch.

A brief visit to Eudovic’s Art Studio will show you St Lucian wood work at its best. Smooth abstract forms are created from ancient roots found deep within the rainforest. You’ll also find mahogany, teak and red or white cedar wood products.

At the only Rum Distillery on the island, you’ll see how this heart-warming nectar is produced and get a taste of the finished product. Watch a video presentation and afterwards see how a village street, spice market and ‘carnival’ have been recreated to give an insight into the lifestyle and spirit of St. Lucians.

During your tour a short photo stop will be made at the Marigot Bay viewpoint, situated high above the bay and offering delightful panoramic views.

Setting off from the port, you’ll drive though the capital of Castries, and head up to Morne Fortune Point, for a photo stop. After taking in the lovely views across Castries Harbour your drive will continue, passing by the Community College and Inniskilling Monument.

From here, you’ll head along the winding hills of St Lucia and onto the Caribelle Batik. Enjoy a short stop to discover the art of silk-screen printing, and perhaps buy some of the world renowned apparels.

Your journey will then continue to the family-owned heritage project ‘Lushan Country Life’, where you can experience tradition and nature.

A guided walk along the nature trail will show you Kai Pye, a replica Amerindian hut. You’ll also stop and see the family matriarch cooking local delicacies, with miniature samples on offer for you to try. Your senses will be awakened, as you touch and smell herbs, stop at the coconut station and taste some of the fruits in season at the fruit station.

Afterwards, a soft drink refreshment will be offered and a chance to browse the gift shop, before the return drive to the port.

Your journey will take you through Castries and up to Morne Fortune viewpoint to capture some lovely panoramic views.

Afterwards you’ll continue to the Marigot Bay viewpoint for a short photo opportunity, before wending your way to the town of Soufriere. As you descend into Soufriere, marvel at the spectacular twin peaks of the Pitons. Here, you’ll take a leisurely guided walk through the Marantha (Prayer Park) Garden and visit the Sulphur Springs Park. You’ll also have the opportunity to take a dip in a hot natural mineral pool at the bottom of the springs.

You’ll then head to a local hilltop restaurant to enjoy some refreshments, whilst taking in splendid views of the Pitons and Soufriere Valley.

Your return drive will take you back to Castries via the Millenium Highway.

Your adventure begins as you drive to the community of Chassin and on to the Rainforest Adventure Park, located at the base of La Sorciere Mountain.

Upon arrival, you’ll be given a safety briefing and kitted out with all of your equipment ready for a burst of adrenaline. Follow your experienced guides for a short hike though the rainforest, before scrambling across the floating stairs that will deliver you to your first platform. Your guides will then hitch you up to a series of cables so you can zip from platform to platform, swing from the Tarzan Swing onto Tarantula’s Nest and enjoy the thrill of dropping from the ‘Boa Rappel’ platform.

After your thrilling experience, you’ll head back to base where you’ll be offered a refreshing fruit juice, before the return drive to Castries.

Snuba is the ideal underwater experience, a unique, shallow water diving system, bridging the gap between snorkeling and scuba diving.

You’ll head to Pigeon Island where the surrounding waters offer a variety of tropical fish and marine life. After a pre-dive orientation with your Snuba guides, you’ll head into the water from the gently sloping beach.

As you swim through the water, keep an eye out for fish such as Flounder and Parrot Fish or even Spiny Lobster and Octopus. Your Snuba experience will take you to a maximum depth of 20 feet and you may choose to cruise the surface or descend as you please.

After your Snuba experience, you’ll have time to explore Pigeon Island or simply relax on the beach.

Setting off from Castries, you’ll embark on a scenic drive to the northern tip of the island.

Your journey will pass through the popular resort of Rodney Bay and the Rodney Bay Marina, which boosts the islands yacht tourism. You’ll continue through the old fishing village of Gros Inlet, which is where the first priests of the island settled in 1749. A stop will be made to visit the Roman Catholic Parish Church.

Afterwards, your journey will take you to the Pigeon Point National Landmark, where a photo stop will be made. Here, you can admire the sweeping views across the Atlantic and the mountainous interior, including the 3 distinctive peaks of Mt Gimie. You’ll then pass through Cap Estate, known as the Beverley Hills of St Lucia, dotted with some of its finest homes.

Here, a stop will be made at the St Lucia Golf and Country Club, to enjoy a welcome refreshment in tropical surroundings, before the return drive to Castries.

Step aboard your boat and embark on a cruise along the rugged west coast of St Lucia. Along the way, sit back and relax and take in the lovely views.

You’ll pass by Marigot, a delightful natural bay that was chosen for the location of the original Dr Doolittle film, and the small fishing village of Anse La Raye. As you cruise into Soufriere Bay, you’ll catch sight of St Lucia’s famous Pitons. The peaks are over 2400 feet high and tower over the glistening Caribbean Sea.

Your cruise ends at the Jalousie Plantation Sugar Beach, where you’ll be provided with your snorkel equipment and be given a safety briefing and instruction. It’s then time to take to the water and explore the underwater life. Look out for sea urchins, star, parrot and trumpet fish and view the colourful coral. Afterwards, enjoy some time on the beach before the return cruise to Castries.

During your tour, soft drink refreshments will be offered on board the boat.

Embark on a scenic drive to the north of the island, where you’ll find the Windjammer Beach Resort. The resort was patterned after the picturesque villages of the Mediterranean and is set amongst 60 tropical acres. The resort boasts sandy white beaches and lovely surrounding views of St Lucia’s coastline.

The time spent at the Windjammer Beach Resort is yours to do as you please. Relax on the beach, take a refreshing dip in one of the swimming pools or meander through the landscaped gardens. You may want to head to the ‘resort village’, where you can browse the handful of boutique shops.

Throughout your stay, a buffet lunch and unlimited beverages will be available.

Embark on a drive through the island’s capital Castries and on to the Bagshaw’s Art Studio, renowned for its tropical designs on hand silk screened fabrics. A short stop here will allow you to learn the process of silk screen printing.

Your journey will take you through the scenic Roseau Valley, where a photo stop will provide spectacular surrounding views. You’ll then continue through the fishing village of Anse La Raye where another photo opportunity awaits.

Your final stop is the ‘Pink Plantation House’, located on 2 acres of tropical gardens and lush vegetation. The estate is over 150 years old and was originally named the ‘Mount Mary’s Estate’, due to its elevated position. Today the house is a restaurant which retains the charm of its past, and the private dwelling of a known local artist, which is clearly evident in the design.

Upon arrival, St Lucian ladies dressed in the national costume will greet you and provide a brief tour of the ground floor and the gardens. Afterwards you’ll take to the balcony which offers panoramic views, to enjoy a display of St Lucian folk dances. During the entertainment you will be offered a soft drink refreshment.

Savour the beauty of the location, before the return drive to Castries.