Forest Flights on Mountain Heights
Forest-clad mountains rise from the blue waters of Caribbean, beckoning the adventurous to rise higher and take flight. The adventure begins with a relaxing ride on an aerial tram that glides up a mountain slope. Along the way, you pass through groves of towering gommier and blue mahaut trees and catch views of the coast more than a half mile below. A short hike through a lush forest of indigenous plants leads to the first platform, where you clip into the harness, step off, and begin a soaring flight through the treetops. This is what it must feel like to be a bird.
Highlights
- Best for: Everyone, experiences including watersports, yoga, spas and soft to rugged adventures
- Best season to visit: Year round
- Weather: Steady trade winds account for relatively minor differences in seasonal air temperatures, which range from the 70s into the mid 80s. Rain showers are less common from December to May
Saint Lucia Information
Ziplining in Saint Lucia Overview
Tours begin with a scenic drive into the island's mountainous interior, arriving at 1,200-acre Castries Waterworks Reserve, which is the oldest rainforest preserve on Saint Lucia. An aerial tramway carries participants to the upper slopes of La Sourciere Mountain, where a series of nine ziplines run through the upper branches of the forest.
Ziplining in Saint Lucia Tips
Riding ziplines is a thrilling experience, but in Saint Lucia, there's more to the experience than an adrenaline rush. As you glide through the treetops and stand atop elevated platforms high on the mountain, be sure to take in your surroundings. The aerial tram that brings riders to the park provides another opportunity to watch for birds and other wildlife from an elevated position.
Best Places to Zipline in Saint Lucia
High above the resorts of the island's west coast, La Sourciere Mountain rises to heights of over 3,000 feet. Here, on the green-clad slopes of a forest reserve, a network of lines runs through the forest canopy, providing riders with an exhilarating route that showcases aspects of the highland rainforest that can't be seen from the ground.
What to Pack for Ziplining in Saint Lucia
Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes—not flip flops— and shorts or long pants that profile flexibility but won't ride up under a harness. Remove items that dangle or might snag, such as watches and jewelry. Use a universal mounting bracket to attach video cameras or phones to helmets, which will be supplied by the park.
Specials
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Anse Chastanet
Full Package price $3,149 per person, double diver. Valid for travel 6/1/25-10/31/25!
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From $3,149 per person double diver
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Anse Chastanet
From $3,349 per person/dble diver. Valid through 12/19/24.
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From $2,999 per person double diver
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Anse Chastanet
Also included are use of tennis court/equipment, water sports equipment (snorkeling, kayaking, paddle board, mini-sailing, windsurfing), sunrise and sunset yoga, beach chairs and towels on the resort’s 2 beaches.
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Anse Chastanet
8 scuba dives for certified divers, and/or 1-scuba beginner resort course for non-divers (2 dives); jungle biking; boat snorkel trips; guided walks and hikes on ANSE CHASTANET’s 600-acre estate; and 1-rain forest hike. Use of non-motorized watersports (snorkeling, kayaking, paddle board, mini-sailing, windsurfing), sunrise and sunset yoga, jungle biking, kool kayaking coastal adventure, beach chairs and towels on the resort’s 2 beaches.
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Anse Chastanet
Additional boat snorkeling available in shopping cart or learn to Scuba Dive and take a Beginners Discover Course!
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Resorts
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Jade Mountain
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Anse Chastanet
Optional add-ons for Watersports Activities and Topside Activities available in the shopping cart after room category is selected.
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Marigot Beach Club & Dive Resort
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Passport and/or Visa Requirements
U.S. citizens need a valid passport that must be valid 6 months beyond the date of entry into Saint Lucia, with available space for entry stamp. No visa is required with proof of onward or return ticket and accommodation confirmation. Check the entry/exit requirements here. A departure tax of $68EC, approx $25.30 should be included in your international airline ticket.
Immunizations
Vaccinations are not required for entering the Caribbean if you're coming from the United States. Before traveling check with the CDC here.
Culture and Customs
Saint Lucia is a land of vibrant greens set in a sapphire sea. Rainforests cover the island's interior, providing vacationers with a variety of eco-adventures that range from sedate birding hikes and relaxing rides on an aerial tram to off-road adventures and soaring zip line flights through forested canopies home to endemic birds such as the Saint Lucia parrot. The lush surroundings also set the stage for a number of unique resort properties that blend luxury and nature, and provide some of the best dining experiences in the Caribbean. The island's rich volcanic soil yields a cornucopia of tropical fruits and vegetables. This bounty is reflected in the savory dishes of traditional Creole cooking, and it has inspired a new wave of organic and fusion cuisines that have earned island chef's top honors in international culinary competitions. In addition to enlivening resort kitchens, Saint Lucia's farms and orchards support a thriving agricultural export sector that includes bananas and chocolate. One of the island's sweetest day trips involves a tour of historic cacao plantations, followed by a chance to create your own chocolate confections. Across the island English influences are obvious, but so too are the cultural contributions of France and Africa. The local version of relaxing is known as “going on the lime” or “liming,” which simply involves stopping by a favorite local pub or rum shop and spending time with friends.
Electricity, Phone and Internet Access
Saint Lucia runs on 220 to 230-volt AC (50 cycles), so bring an adapter if you plan to use U.S. appliances. Some hotels are wired for U.S. appliances.
Check with your local provider to see what plans are available, otherwise, you will be subject to roaming charges. The country/area code for Saint Lucia is 758.
Many hotels offer WiFi.
Water Quality
The local tap water is chlorinated and considered safe to drink. Alternatively, bottled water is available for purchase at restaurants, bars, hotels and local grocery stores.
Language & Currency
English is the official language, but islanders often speak a French-Creole patois or Kweyol similar to that heard on Martinique, Guadeloupe, Guyana, Grenada and Dominica.
The currency in Saint Lucia is the Eastern Caribbean Dollar, (EC$). You can see the current exchange rate here. However, nearly all hotels, restaurants, and shops accept US dollars. Change may be given in EC Dollars. ATMs are available which dispense EC dollars and credit cards are widely accepted.
Time
Saint Lucia is on Atlantic Standard Time (AST) and does not observe Daylight Savings Time. Saint Lucia is 4 hours behind Greenwich Mean Time (-4 GMT).
Location, Size and Population
Saint Lucia is a sovereign island country in the Eastern Caribbean that is part of the Lesser Antilles. Saint Lucia is a mountainous island of 238 sq. miles, located about 25 miles north of St. Vincent and 25 miles south of Martinique and northwest of Barbados.
The population of Saint Lucia is 185,868 (2016).