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A lush tropical paradise with perhaps the most stunning scenery in the Caribbean, St. Lucia is the ideal destination for travelers who want to experience a typical Caribbean vacation and something a little more off the beaten path.

Whether you’re lucky enough to have a week or two to spend in this enchanting destination, or you’re on a land trip from one of the many cruise ships that dock in its capital, Castries, you’re spoiled for choice with wonderful tours and excursions. . in Saint Lucia to discover the true heart of this Caribbean jewel.

adventures in paradise

Its volcanic past has left Ste Lucia with an impressive geographic legacy: extraordinary mountain peaks, dense rainforests, curative sulfur springs, silvery sands, and stunning cliffs. If all you need from a Caribbean vacation is a beautiful beach, blue waters, and a cocktail, St. Lucia will meet all your needs. However, if you like adventures on your vacation, once you realize all the things to do in Saint Lucia, you will truly feel like you are in paradise.

And perhaps the most adventurous of all Ste Lucia hikes is a hike in the Pitons. These twin volcanic plugs, Gros Piton and Petit Piton, dominate the island’s southwestern landscape, their steep slopes filled with jungle and rainforest looming dramatically over the aquamarine waters of the Caribbean. As one of St. Lucia’s best attractions, the Pitons take a few beatings: Hike the slopes of Gros Piton through dense jungle and ancient Amerindian ruins, and when you reach the top, prepare for unforgettable panoramic views of the island and the Caribbean that will take your breath away.

Zipline through the rainforest canopy

For an adrenaline-pumping tour of St. Lucia, reach for the sky on a zip line canopy tour. An aerial tram will take you to the launch point, hundreds of feet above the ground, surrounded by the towering treetops of the rainforest. Take a moment here to take in your surroundings: a lush tropical landscape of such vibrancy and color that it will take your breath away. And when you grab the zip line and jump into the air, get ready for the experience of a lifetime, landing on 10 different platforms as you soar through the sky. A canopy tour in St. Lucia is the ideal way to enjoy some of the island’s best natural attractions, soaring through the air with the tropical birds that make their home here.

The heater is on

When looking for things to do in St. Lucia, one tour stands out above all others because St. Lucia boasts its most unique attraction: the world’s only volcano at Soufriere. Yes, you can drive directly into the crater of this active volcano. Even better are the volcano’s Sulfur Springs, extraordinary hot mud baths packed with essential minerals. During the day, the springs, which bubble and spew sulfur-laden steam, are too hot to bathe in, but as night falls and the mud drops to a more manageable temperature, you can plunge in for a healing mud bath. As far as St. Lucia excursions go, there are none more muddy but delicious.

chasing waterfalls

Its tropical, mountainous landscape means the island is blessed with extraordinary sights and attractions. And one of the most enchanting tours in St. Lucia is the Diamond Falls Botanical Gardens, often said to be one of St. Lucia’s natural wonders. The gardens are a 6-acre site incorporating fertile vegetation, tropical plants and flowers, and impressive native wildlife, including birds and insects. A 45 foot waterfall is an impressive sight. And then there are the magnificent mineral baths, built in 1784 to cool off and rejuvenate the French troops who guarded the island for King Louis XVI. The therapeutic waters of the baths are said to be medicinal and can relieve aches and pains in the joints and muscles. Visitors can enjoy a swim here after enjoying the beauty of the gardens.

In the West

The island’s capital, Castries, is a lovely place from which to start a tour of the west coast of St. Lucia. Cruise ships dock here for land trips, making Castries convenient for day visitors. The city itself is historic with landmarks such as the ‘Massav’, a 400 year old Samaan tree and Government House, the seat of colonial power overlooking the city and bay from the top of Morne Fortune.

Close by is Marigot Bay, a rather magnificent bay surrounded by lush tropical forests and with white sand beaches bordering crystal clear blue waters. A typical tour of Saint Lucia should include a trip to a banana plantation, one of the island’s main exports. And then you can stroll through the historic fishing villages of Canarias and Anse La Ray, with their brightly colored cottages perched on winding, hilly streets.

With so much to see and do in St. Lucia, your only decision may be when to return to this enchanting destination to do it all over again.

To see this stunning Caribbean island at its best, book with Real St Lucia Tours

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