Enjoy a fun cruise along St. Lucia’s coastline to experience the magnificent Pitons. As your catamaran sails out of Castries harbor, you’ll cruise along the west coast, passing the picturesque peninsulas of Vigie and La Toc. Sit out on deck to enjoy the sun and beautiful views – there’s also a cockpit onboard for those that may prefer shade. Take in the lush vegetation of the coastline and the small villages of Anse la Raye and Canaries. Continue to Soufriere Bay where you’ll see the Petit and Gros Pitons rising majestically 2,600 feet out of the sea. Enjoy great photo opportunities, capturing this wonder of nature as the catamaran circles the bay.

Continue your cruise along the coast to the scenic bay of Anse Cochon where an assortment of dry snacks will be served along with refreshing beverages before taking a relaxing swim in the lovely waters of the Caribbean Sea. Cruise to the idyllic Marigot Bay, one of the island’s most beautiful bays, famous for many battles between the English and the French. Enjoy Caribbean music as you cruise back to the pier.

Enjoy a 90-minute drive along the island’s gorgeous western coastline offering views of the hilly ranchland and postcard-like vistas of mountains, ocean, and quaint fishing villages. Reap the benefits of soaking in a volcanic mud pool at Sulphur Springs Park, the largest geothermal area in the Lesser Antilles. As you enter what is billed as “the world’s only drive-in volcano,” you will pass bubbling hot springs and steam rising from vents in the earth’s surface known as fumaroles. It will be quite the experience, especially as you ease into a warm volcanic mud bath with minerals said to soothe the skin, detoxify the body and reduce inflammation from conditions such as arthritis. One attribute is undeniable—you can’t help but be completely relaxed while soaking in the warm sulphur-infused mud. The mud will be made available to apply. It is no wonder that the pools are one of the most popular attractions in St. Lucia. To round out your day, you will pause at an old sugar mill and linger over a sumptuous lunch.

Enjoy a scenic tour of the island by land and sea including views of The Pitons – a UNESCO World Heritage site. Savor a typical Creole lunch at the enchanting Morne Coubaril Estate before boarding your catamaran to cruise along the island’s west coast and stop for a swim.

Depart the pier by bus for a scenic drive to the Marigot Bay viewpoint continuing through the fishing village of Anse la Raye, with a brief stop at Horizons offering views of the island's west coastline and lush tropical landscape. Guests may have the opportunity of seeing how some of the local snacks such a Accras and Bakes are prepared and to purchase them. Continue through the town of Soufriere where the magnificent Pitons are not to be missed. Drive to Toraille Waterfall and take a cool dip in this cascading 50 foot waterfall. Take a short drive to Morne Coubaril Estate, a 17th century plantation. Upon arrival take a guided tour and then enjoy a Creole buffet lunch in a rustic restaurant. Continue to the Soufriere docks and board your catamaran for a cruise along the rugged west coast. Spend time swimming in one of the bays. Cruise through Marigot Bay before returning to your ship.

Enjoy a 90-minute drive along the island’s gorgeous western coastline offering views of the hilly ranchland and postcard-like vistas of mountains, ocean, and quaint fishing villages. Hike along a nature trail that will present spectacular views of the island’s signature Pitons and then take a dip in the cool waters at the base of a waterfall. This adventure is all about the great outdoors and panoramic views, starting with the sights from atop Morne Fortune. From this former military outpost, you will gaze out over Castries and the turquoise seas beyond.

The scenery will be even more memorable as you follow the Tet Paul Nature Trail. It will present close-up views of St. Lucia’s most iconic natural attraction—the Pitons, twin volcanic spires that soar high above the sea. They are so spectacular, along with the flora and fauna that thrive around their bases, that UNESCO deemed the surrounding area a World Heritage site. Following the hike, you can swim in the refreshing pool at the bottom of the Toraille waterfall and then dine on Creole cuisine at the Old Sugar Mill Restaurant.

Travel through St. Lucia's countryside and the communities of Babonneau, Fond Assau and Chassin. Upon arrival at the Rain Forest Sky Rides Eco Park you'll gear up as your naturalist tour guide gives a safety introduction and then accompanies a group of no more than eight persons to the training cable for a trial run. After successfully completing the training cable, board the Aerial Tram which will transfer you through the wonders of the rainforest to the top station where you disembark. Continue on a trail descending through the thicket of the rainforest and after a hike of approximately 15 minutes you reach the first sky canopy platform.

The first zip cable is only the beginning of an exhilarating experience. In all, you'll glide along eight zip cables. Fly among the high rainforest trees and enjoy great views of the north of the island, Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea. After this exhilarating experience, board the aerial tram and relax in the comfort of your gondola while you enjoy fantastic views and the nature around you.

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Cruise along the island’s gorgeous western shore in a speedboat for an indulgent adventure that includes swimming, snorkeling and luxuriating in a mud bath. As you race down the coast, you will pass jungle-like forests, beautiful beach-rimmed coves and the iconic Pitons, twin volcanic spires that are so geologically and biologically significant that UNESCO declared them to be a World Heritage site. After disembarking in Soufriere in the shadow of the Pitons, you will travel through the world’s only “drive-in volcano,” an eerie landscape of bubbling sulfur springs that the geothermal activity below causes. You will then ease into a mineral-rich mud bath with therapeutic benefits that supposedly range from reducing inflammation to detoxifying the body. Then it’s back to the sea in the speedboat, which will bring you to the magnificent beach Anse Chastanet. Feel free to take a refreshing swim and behold the marine wonderland beneath the surface by snorkeling.

HIGHLIGHTS
• Race along the naturally beautiful western coast of St. Lucia in a speedboat.
• See the towering Pitons, twin volcanic spires that are a UNESCO World Heritage site.
• Relax in a mineral-rich mud bath that may have therapeutic benefits.
• Swim and snorkel in the turquoise waters off Anse Chastanet beach.

HELPFUL HINTS
• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Bring a swimsuit, hat, and sunscreen
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes

The Rainforest Sky Ride in St. Lucia provides you with a bird's eye view of a truly mature oceanic rainforest. Nurtured by warm, gentle rains and rich volcanic soils, St. Lucia's forests have achieved a state of ancient majesty. Gondolas safely glide you through and over the tree tops, where knotted and twisting woody vines wind to the tops of old growth rainforest trees. Dense thickets of surreal vegetation merge with cascades of flowers. Lavender stars, orange bursts, yellow berries and white lace thrive on the branches of fragrant flowering trees.

Giant 'Chatannier,' magnolia, and gommier trees tower over the landscape and provide food and shelter for St. Lucia's endemic and endangered parrot. Experience St. Lucia's forest and witness this ancient celebration of color and life. At the end of your Tram Ride, there is an optional walk through the beautiful Hummingbird Garden.

Your bus will pass through the bustling city of Castries which consists of the colorful marketplace and the Immaculate Conception Cathedral, with its magnificent paintings by a famous local artist - Dunstan St. Omer. A panoramic view of the island can be seen from Morne Fortune before traveling through the lush Cul de Sac and Roseau banana plantations on to picturesque Marigot Bay of movie fame. Continuing your scenic drive along a winding road on the edge of a rainforest with an abundance of tropical flowers and trees, you’ll reach the town of Soufriere. Here, the dramatic Pitons, rising more than 2,500 feet/760 meters, tower over the entire area.

You’ll enjoy a short, guided visit of the Sulphur Springs, the Caribbean's only “drive-in volcano” so called as you can drive right into the crater. Next, you’ll visit the Maranatha Garden or Prayer Park, where an array of exotic and brightly colored flowers, fruit trees and colorful birds mingle. This is a perfect setting for garden lovers and for taking pictures. Enjoy a refreshing drink at the Beacon viewpoint and hilltop restaurant, situated on three naturally ventilated balconies. From here, you can admire stunning views of the Pitons, the Caribbean Sea, and the Soufriere Valley before returning to Castries harbor. Local snacks are available for purchase at the restaurant.

Leaving the Castries harbor in a fully-equipped Bertram Boat, you'll cruise three to four miles off the west coast of St. Lucia from the north to the south of the island. Although the tour is a fishing expedition, there are over 40 different species of whales and dolphins here, and the sighting of one of these species is a possibility. Nevertheless, the main thing on your mind is a catch, and the variety of fish in these waters include marlin, sailfish, king fish, mackerel, jack fish, yellow fin tuna, dorado, wahoo and barracuda.

OVERVIEW

Talk to the culinary artisans that make some of the island’s signature products and sample their delicious creations. On the way out of Castries, you will first pause at the lookout on Morne Fortune, a hill that offers the ultimate panoramic view at the capital city and the sea beyond. The views are also spectacular at Horizon Cocktails, an inland bar and grill atop a hill in Anse la Verdure that is blanketed with tropical vegetation. It is a paradisical setting for an unlimited sampling of rums produced on St. Lucia, some with sugarcane juice, others with molasses. Similarly, at the family-run bakery Plas Kassav, you will taste specialty pastries and breads whose main ingredient is cassava. As you will discover, this root vegetable is a staple grown throughout the island. For dessert, you will sample small-batch chocolates from Cacao Sainte Lucie, whose master chocolatiers will explain how they make these organic sweets.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Sample locally made foods, sweets and spirits and meet the artisans that make them.
• Enjoy an unlimited tasting of premium rums produced on St. Lucia.
• Talk to a family of bakers while sampling their cassava-based breads and pastries.
• Watch chocolatiers make organic chocolates by hand and enjoy a sampling.
• Take in the gorgeous views of St. Lucia from two viewpoints, one at a hilltop bar.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

OVERVIEW

Float down the meandering Roseau River on a long bamboo raft that a local guide will pole down the river, which eventually empties into the sea. You won’t have to do a thing but sit back, relax and admire St. Lucia’s stunning natural beauty. As the gentle current carries you through the serene rainforest that comes right to the riverbanks, the guide will describe the flora and fauna. Birds are particularly plentiful and you may spot colorful endemic species such as the St. Lucia oriole and the St. Lucia parrot – the national bird – which typically nests in the cavities of tall trees. Butterflies are also commonly seen flitting about. Mangrove forests line much of Roseau River and provide excellent wildlife habitat and environmental benefits such as reducing erosion and filtering impurities from the water. Along the way, you will stop at a rustic Creole hut where you may sample coconut water and fresh fruit.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Relax on a bamboo raft that a local guide will pole down the gently flowing Roseau River.
• Enjoy the serenity of the surrounding rainforest and look for wildlife, especially birds.
• Pause at a rustic hut in the rainforest and sample local beverages and fruit.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

OVERVIEW

Ride through the countryside in Jeep made for adventure and become immersed in rural life at a farm in the rainforest. Not far outside of Castries, you will pause to take in the gorgeous views of the capital from atop the hill Morne Fortune. An immensely scenic drive south will bring you to Horizon Cocktails, where you will enjoy another sweeping view of St. Lucia’s natural beauty before heading off the beaten path toward the village of Canaries. Expect an exhilarating ride as you will travel off road, ford mountain streams and race through the forest before coming to the isolated farm Tony’s Place. In this idyllic setting, you will see how tropical fruits such as mangoes and coconuts are harvested and sample them right off the trees. Feel free to soak your feet in the cool waters of the river before taking off to the chocolate factory Cacoa St. Lucie for a lunch of dishes infused with cocoa.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Ride off road in a Jeep through the rainforest that runs along St. Lucia’s western coast.
• Stop at two lofty lookouts that offer panoramic views of the island.
• See how tropical fruits are harvested at an eco-friendly farm.
• Sample the fresh-picked fruits and enjoy a full lunch of cocoa-infused Caribbean dishes.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.