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Tet Paul Nature Trail

The Tet Paul Nature Trail hike can take about 45 minutes to complete. The St. Lucia tour is guided by friendly and knowledgeable locals who can answer your questions and provide insights about the attractions you will see along the way.

The hike itself is of easy to moderate difficulty and is great for families and groups. There will be many stunning photo opportunities so don’t forget to bring along a camera!

There’s something for everyone on the Tet Paul hike! Culture, history, exotic horticulture and spectacular landscapes can all be found on this St. Lucia tour!

Amazing Scenery: The views from the Tet Paul Scenic Trail have been described as absolutely heavenly. From the majestic Pitons to the far away islands of Martinique and St. Vincent, you can see it all from points along the trail. The gorgeous southern side of St. Lucia including Jalousie Bay is easily visible along the way. You can even see Fond Gens Libre, Choiseul, Maria Island, and Vieux Fort while on the Tet Paul tour!

Exotic Horticulture: Among other native species, you can also find traditional medicinal plants and trees growing all along the trail while you hike. Also in residence are several species of exotic fruit tree including guava, avocado, and soursop trees.

Kaye Kassav: Known in English as the Cassava House, this is where you can learn about the Amerindian art of Cassava production. You will even get the opportunity to try some hands on practice!

Traditional House: The Traditional House along the Tet Paul Scenic Trail gives visitors the chance to learn how the ancestors of the residents of St Lucia lived. Local residents dedicated to preserving their heritage take visitors on a trip through time as they explain the cultural history of the people who first came to St Lucia.

Organic Farm: Visitors hike through a working organic farm along the Tet Paul Nature Trail. On the way you will pass a pond used to represent a water catchment area once used by the farming communities surrounding Soufriere.

Picnic Area: Visitors hiking the Tet Paul Nature Trail are invited to enjoy a small picnic area set up for families and groups to stop and have a meal. We can’t think of a better way to savor your lunch after a hike than while taking in the stunning island scenes of St. Lucia attractions.

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Hiking The Top of Petit Piton

Some adventures can be had virtually anywhere; others you have to seek out.  You can visit virtually any island in the Caribbean and enjoy a beautiful resort or even hike a nature trail, but the Petit Piton, that’s a different beast altogether.

That’s the kind of adventure you seek out if you are brave and if you’re looking for a hike that will provide a challenge unlike any you’ve ever experienced before.

The Petit Piton is not an easy hike by any stretch of the imagination, and it is one that many hikers abandon long before reaching the summit.

Looking up the smaller of the  St Lucia Piton mountains, you know it is going to take everything you’ve got to reach the top.  Reviewers who have left reviews on websites say things like “one wrong step and you’re dead” for a reason.  This may be an overstatement, of course, but a Petit Piton climb is no nature trail hike, that’s for sure.

​Definitely not for beginners, this hike requires that you travel with a guide and after only a few minutes of hiking the mountain, you know why.

It’s hard.  Think of the hardest hike you have ever done and add in heat and a nearly vertical ascent and you might have an idea of what this hike is like.

Don’t get me wrong, hiking Petit Piton is one of the greatest achievements you can enjoy on the island of St Lucia and the view from the top feels like winning a great prize, but it is no easy feat.  I recommend bringing a few bottles of water, as well as snacks and a camera.

Put them in a backpack, though, as you are definitely going to need two hands to scale this rock.  Do not underestimate the difficulty of Petit Piton or the heat of St Lucia.

​Bring more water than you think you need, but know that there are few places where you can safely stop and take a drink.​

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The trail up Petit Piton is incredibly narrow; so narrow that it can be hard to follow at times.  The beginning of the trail is easy enough, but it gets incredibly difficult incredibly quickly.  Along the way, you will use everything from tree roots to makeshift ropes to pull yourself up the steep ascent.

​The drop-offs can be especially intimidating, and without a good grip on the ropes or vegetation, there’s good reason for that.

In some places, the drop off can be as much as 100 feet with only 8 or so inches of slippery trail and a rope to keep you from plummeting.  The entire hike is pretty much straight up, there’s no stretch of flat, easy trail to be found.

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Boat Tour

A one-stop tour company to do the most fun activities in Saint Lucia. From our renowned Speed Boat Tour to Soufriere, you will experience a vacation of a lifetime touring the west coast of Saint Lucia! Check out all of our activities to get more information, prices, and times available.

Cruise along the West Coast on an enchanting speed boat to Soufriere to see the famous Marigot Bay, Local fishing villages, the beautiful scenery of the Anse Chastanet/ Jade Mountain, Snorkeling adventure at the Marine reserve between the Pitons at Sugar Beach, No.1 Snorkeling location on the island.

Drive through the town into the world’s only drive-in volcano at the renowned Sulphur Springs to experience why it’s called the fountain of youth, as you enjoy the crater mud bath, after which you rinse off at the natural outpouring Toraille waterfalls. Enjoy our Auntie’s Homemade Creole buffet lunch. This is an experience/adventure you won’t forget.

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ATV Tour

Experience the island’s incredible beauty up close and personal, as you maneuver your personal one seater all-terrain vehicle through working plantations, historical sites and rural communities that take you back in time.
Let us take you back in time on our powerful, all-terrain ATV! Rev your engines as we pass through a large historical estate, once home to one of Saint Lucia’s largest banana plantations. Tune in as we take a deep delve into the rich history of the island including how the locals use the beloved banana plant. Take the dirt path and be amazed at scenic St. Lucia from one of the most popular view points on the island, Debarra’s View Point, over looking the Atlantic coast and Grande Anse Beach. Go off road and revel in an adventure you won’t soon forget!

Tour Highlights

  • Maneuver your personal ATV past panoramic views
  • Visit working plantations, historical sites and rural communities
  • Enjoy spectacular views of the Atlantic coast
  • Stop for refreshments along the way
  • Go off-road, get dirty, and revel in the adventure
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Helicopter Tour

Take to the skies for unrivalled views over the pitons, beaches St Lucias historic capital on this helicopter flight.

Experience the spectacular sights of St. Lucia from above as you travel by helicopter enjoying a bird’s eye view of some of the island’s most famous locations.
Take in the most breathtaking view of the majestic Pitons from a bird’s eye view with a premium quality helicopter ride. See the rugged Atlantic coastline, hotels, plantations, and major beaches as your all-knowing pilot shares lively commentary through-out this unforgettable experience.

Tour Highlights

  • Experience the spectacular sights of St. Lucia from above by helicopter
  • Your pilot will provide interesting facts throughout the tour
  • Views include ; Castries, Major Beaches & Hotels, Cap Estate Homes, the Rugged Atlantic Coast, Pigeon Island, the Rodney Bay Marina and Rat Island, Marigot Bay, St.Lucias’ Fishing Villages, Lush Rainforests, Interior Mountain, The Pitons, the Soufriere Volcano, Coral reefs, Diving sites, Waterfalls, Rivers and Valleys
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Ziplining

This is the ultimate add-on to the popular Soufriere excursion, offering an upbeat and fun activity to heighten the excitement of a bundle-filled eco-tour.

It combines the adrenaline rush of zipping under the sheer Petit Piton, with elevated views of the historic town of Soufriere and the Caribbean Sea in this stop.

Whether you have zipped before or not, this tour has a lot to offer from the views to the local tips and island facts along the way.

Highlights

– Enjoy Ziplining right here at Morne Coubaril Historical Adventure Park!
– A fun activity that can be enjoyed by honeymooners, families and adventure explorers!
– Combines the adrenaline rush of zipping under the sheer Petit Piton

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The ultimate add-on to any Soufriere excursion is St Lucia Ziplining right here at Morne Coubaril Historical Adventure Park! Offering an upbeat and fun activity that can be enjoyed by honeymooners, families and of course adventure explorers! It combines the adrenaline rush of zipping under the sheer Petit Piton, with elevated views of the historic town of Soufriere and the Caribbean Sea in this stop.

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Waterfalls

Beloved by locals & travelers alike, Toraille’s 50 foot waterfall feels almost like a massage when it hits the body.

 

St. Lucia is a mountainous Caribbean island that has tons of beautiful waterfalls.  The island is known for its stunning Piton mountains, lush rainforests, and sandy beaches.  But the island’s mountainous interior gets lots of rain, creating many spectacular natural waterfalls.  Visiting some of the best waterfalls in St Lucia is a popular activity for tourists, but be prepared to pay a few fees here and there.  And some are cash only, so having some USD or ECD on hand is a good idea.  Whether you want to hike deep into the rainforest to a free hidden gem waterfall, or join a guided tour with easy access to some incredible waterfalls, this guide has them covered.

The Diamond Falls is one of the most beautiful waterfalls I have seen in my life.  It’s known as the “most colorful” waterfall in the Caribbean. To see the waterfall you need to pay admission to the Diamond Botanical Gardens.  But it’s definitely one of the best things to do near Soufriere, and pricing is very reasonable.

It’s about a 10-minute walk on a paved path to see the falls.  But with your ticket, you also get access to the well-kept botanical gardens.  So most guests may spend around 30-45 minutes total.  There are often paid guides at the entrance offering their services.  The guides can offer loads of information about the local plants, but if you are just here for the waterfall, I would pass on a guide.

The colors at Diamond Falls are the result of minerals in the water.  Kaolinite, Quartz, and small quantities of Gypsum, Alunite, Pyrite, and Geotite help to create the vibrant waterfall backdrop.  The colors of the waterfall can change daily depending on the mineral that has the highest concentration.

And lastly, the property is known for its therapeutic mineral soaking pools.  Water from the stream is fed into both private and public soaking tubs.

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Mud Bath

Visit the worlds only drive in volcano & experience a mineral rich bath in the sulphur springs.

Saint Lucian mud baths are a geographic and geothermal wonder thanks to the ancient volcanic activity unique to the region. If you are looking for a truly one-of-a-kind experience, head towards the incredible Sulphur Springs, located in the southwestern quadrant of the island near the Pitons.

In this article, we will share some important tips to consider when planning your trip to the muddy waters.

What are Saint Lucia mud baths?

Mud baths are natural pools created from the geothermal energy caused by the geographical location of St. Lucia. The pools are heated up with hot water and mixed with the ash from nearby volcanoes.

These bubbling springs offer a unique mud bath experience where you can wallow and submerge yourself in these chocolate-hued volcanic pools.

What do mud baths do to your body?

Mud baths are heated between 36-40 degrees Celsius. This heated mud helps to increase blood flow and promote the movement of lymph fluid. This results in improved blood circulation; reducing swelling and inflammation.

The muddy mixture is soft and warm, resulting in an almost weightless experience which can help to loosen up tight muscles.

Most mud baths contain a mixture of hot spring water and volcanic ash which can aid in the reduction of cellulite and is believed to possess anti-skin-aging properties. Overall, the Sulphur Springs mud baths offer a therapeutic experience that will enhance the relaxation of your stay in the Caribbean.

What should you expect from a Saint Lucian mud bath?

The mud bath experience is unlike any other spa treatment.

The muddy mixture is soft and warm, and you float, not like a cork in water, but just below the surface, fully surrounded by warm softness. It’s perhaps the closest most of us will ever come to a feeling of weightlessness, with no pressure anywhere on the body.

You won’t sink into the mud. Your body will be completely suspended in the mixture, and you’ll almost feel as though you’re floating. This sensation adds to the relaxation effect.

Expect mud to snuggle warmly into every nook of your body such as your toes, fingers and envelope your entire body.

You’ll also sweat profusely—but that’s a good thing, since the sweating is what helps cleanse your pores.

Mud baths feel great—but the effects don’t last as long as other spa treatments, because the minerals in the mud can’t make it past the first layer of skin. You won’t mind, though, since that gives you a good excuse to return!

Lastly, it’s hot! As mentioned before, the mud baths in St. Lucia are typically at least 38C!

Where are Saint Lucia’s mud baths located?

The mud baths are located a few miles away from Sulphur Springs in St Lucia, which are in the southwestern corner of the island.

What to bring with you and what to wear while enjoying your mud bath experience

We recommend wearing old bathing suits, underwear or older t-shirts and shorts as everything will likely be permanently mud-stained afterwards.

There are areas adjacent to the mud baths where you can safely leave your personal belongings, such as cameras, backpacks, and clothing.

You will also find showers on-site and will be encouraged to rinse before & after entering the pools.

Are there any risks associated with taking a mud bath in Saint Lucia?

As long as your skin is free of open wounds and is safely intact, mud baths should not be harmful for healthy individuals. There may be a strong smell due to the sulfur content of the essential minerals inside the bath akin to rotten eggs.

Mud baths are not recommended for pregnant women or people with high or low blood pressure, heart conditions, existing wounds, rashes or heat sensitivity. We ask that you consult your doctor prior to visiting the mud baths.

However, the mud baths are very safe for most people and offer a tremendously beneficial therapeutic experience.

 

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Chocolate Factory

Discover heaven for chocolate lovers on a St Lucia chocolate tour and chocolate-making class at Hotel Chocolat’s Rabot Estate in the Caribbean, taking you on a journey from tree to bean to bar.

From an offering to the Mayan gods to a $50 billion business, chocolate has taken over the world. This little piece of heaven in a bar has millions of devotees around the world, whether you’re more a 90% cocoa or Cadbury’s Buttons type of chocolate-lover.

Even the scientific name of the cocoa plant means ‘food of the gods’ in Greek. But why do we love chocolate so much? Is it the ratio of fat to sugar, or the feel-good chemicals? Either way there’s something about this bean that makes it irresistible. I set out to uncover its secrets on a St Lucia chocolate tour with Hotel Chocolat – from tree to bar.

South America might be the ancestral home of chocolate, but the Caribbean also has a long history of chocolate-making. Cacao trees only grow in a limited region, around 20° north and south of the Equator. And St Lucia has the perfect growing conditions, with a rich volcanic soil and a tropical climate with plenty of sunshine and rainfall.

From the 1700s, St Lucia’s cacao beans have been exported to Europe and later the US where they’re made into chocolate. But bananas were the island’s main export until the 1990s, when changes to trade agreements led to a collapse in the banana trade.

Since then local farmers have turned back to cacao farming. And rather than exporting all their produce, more is staying in St Lucia where there are a growing number of local chocolate producers. You can eat, drink or even have spa treatments with it, and there’s a Chocolate Heritage Month in August to celebrate the island’s chocolate history.

One of the best places to get a taste of St Lucia’s chocolate renaissance is the Caribbean base of British chocolate brand Hotel Chocolat. The company called themselves Hotel Chocolat because they thought the taste of a good chocolate could transport you to a new place. But they’ve since expanded and started an actual hotel in St Lucia too.

The Rabot Hotel* is set in the hills above Soufrière in southwest St Lucia, with panoramic views of the Pitons, the island’s most famous landmark. There’s chocolate for sale, chocolate on the menu, and the building is even a chocolatey shade of dark wood. But it’s not some kind of chocolate theme park – it’s a working cocoa plantation too.

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Street Party

Eat, drink, party & dance with the locals at Gros Islet party every Friday.  One of the best parties in the Caribbean.

Enjoy delectable seafood at this Friday night street party in the popular fishing community of Gros Islet.
You’ll be transported from your hotel to Gros Islet, where the night comes alive with drinks, music, seafood as well as arts and craft. You’ll see how locals prepare French-influenced seafood and barbeque.  Enjoy the night and immerse yourself in the culture and party like a Lucian while dancing to local and international music.

Tour Highlights

  • Immerse yourself in the culture and party like a local
  • Purchase locally made food including French influenced seafood, barbecue and salads
  • Dance the night away to both local and international music
  • Browse souvenirs and gifts from local vendors
  • Food & Drinks are available for purchase