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Viceroy Hotels & Resorts
St. Lucia Land Excursions
A wide variety of land activities await at Sugar Beach, A Viceroy Resort. From tours through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Gros Piton to an island buggy ride, guests can explore and discover the many natural wonders of the island – with or without the thrilling kick of adventure.
Enjoy a hands-on encounter as you take part in the grafting process at the cacao tree seedling nursery, before taking a walk through the cocoa grove, Cotes of Marcial, then exploring the fermentation and drying station - finishing with the perfect cocoa bean.
The Bean to Bar Tour:
From de-shelling to grinding, recipe formulating, mixing and pouring your very own chocolate bar, this tour explores the chocolate-making process from the freshly dried bean to a delicious slab of chocolate.
The Tree to Bar Tour:
Deep dive into the world of chocolate making with this holistic experience that starts within the seedling nursery and ends with you creating and molding your very own chocolate bar.
Explore Soufriere
Explore the tropical essence of Soufriere with a trip to our botanical gardens, drive-in volcano, revitalizing mud bath at the sulphur springs, refreshing dip at the Toraille Waterfall and delicious Caribbean bites at The Beacon restaurant.
Daily from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM Minimum 4 guests
Wear: Comfortable clothing + shoes
Bring: Camera, sunscreen, swimsuit /dark swimsuit for mud baths
Leave: Jewelry (particularly silver) in the in-room safe
Rhythm & Rum
Learn the colorful story behind the island's last remaining distillery, St. Lucia Distillers - home to Bounty and Chairman's Reserve rums. This popular tour also includes the history of sugar, of rum, Caribbean music, a glimpse at a typical rum shop and the opportunity to sample the distillery's different rums and liqueurs.
90 Minutes
Rustic Plantation Tour
Enjoy an exhilarating tour of 18th century Morne Coubaril Estate and step back in time as you learn about the island’s first settlers. This half-day tour includes visits to the Amerindian village, west coast Choiseul, and the working Balenbouche plantation, sugar mill and house.
Wednesdays at 8:30 AM Minimum 4 guests
Wear: Comfortable clothing, walking shoes
Bring: Camera, sunscreen
Excursions
ATV Biking
Take an adrenaline-charged ride on Yamaha Grizzly ATVs as our guide leads you on a network of trails through rivers, waterfalls, historic plantations, farms, valleys, over the Devil’s Bridge and other off-the-beaten paths only accessible with an ATV.
Daily from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM Minimum 4 guests
Wear: Comfortable clothing + shoes
Bring: Camera, sunscreen, insect repellent, swimsuit, cash for purchases
Canopy Zipline Adventure
Exhilarating and spectacular, whizz through the treetops in the shadow of Petit Piton and marvel at views of historic Soufriere and the sea. Eight ziplines will take you through giant banyans, coconut, plum, mango trees and a bamboo-shaded gorge, while our experienced guides will keep you informed on the eco-system and what special views to look out for.
Daily Minimum 4 guests
Wear: Comfortable clothing, walking shoes
Bring: Camera, sunscreen
Horseback Riding
Estate Ride
Tour the Coubaril Estate, through orchards of mangos, soursop and papayas as you enjoy Piton, volcano and Carib village views. Riders will also witness coconut, cocoa and sugar production processes.
One Hour
Horseback Riding: Adrenaline Ride
Combine action and adventure with the Adrenaline Ride that includes the Estate Ride as well as an hour-long zipline tour.
Two Hours
Ride Includes: All entrance fees
Wear: Comfortable clothing + shoes
Bring: Swimsuit (for the Volcano Ride)
Jungle Biking
Bike through 12 miles of private trails as you venture into the tropical jungle located on the grounds of one of St. Lucia's first colonial plantations. Adventure-seekers will be delighted by the sheer variety of sights, sounds and experiences on offer, from 18th century mill ruins to a church, reservoir, vibrant flora, brightly- colored birds and even an old-fashioned river swimming hole to cool off in.
Difficulty: Suitable for beginners
Hiking
Gros Piton Hike by Land
Trek through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed, volcanic Gros Piton standing 2,619 feet above sea level. Explore the verdant rainforest as you clamber over moss-covered boulders and are treated to the breathtaking view from the summit, and picturesque stops at Au Poye Park and the valley of Fond Gens Libre.
Difficulty: High. Guests with pre-existing health conditions, pregnancy, injury or disabilities are advised not to participate
Bring: Camera, sunscreen, insect repellent, water, snack (banana /cereal bars), a few dollars for purchases
Rainforest Hike & Birdwatching
Marvel at some of the most colorful tropical birds with a hike along the En Bas Saut Trail, set within 19,000 acres of rainforest. Stretching for five miles, the trail is remote, unbelievably scenic and meanders through the rainforest, cloud forest and elfin woodlands.
This educational hike through the lower mountain forest and fruit trees will lead guests to a veritable hidden treasure – the 70-foot Superman waterfall. Enjoy a refreshing dip, mud bath and fresh local juice as well as seasonal fruits.
Daily from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM Minimum 4 guests
Difficulty: Moderate
Wear: Comfortable clothing, walking shoes
Bring: Camera, swimsuit, towels, sunscreen
Tet Paul Nature Hike
Allow our guide to take you through a spectacular trail through the verdant farming community of Chateau Belair as you enjoy views of Val des Pitons, the Pitons as well as Martinique and St. Vincent on clear days. Along the way, our guide will explain the Amerindian art of farine, cassava as well as highlight the wide variety of exotic fruit trees and medicinal plants along the trail.
Daily, 45 minutes Minimum 4 guests
Difficulty: Moderate
Wear: Comfortable clothing, walking shoes
Bring: Camera, swimsuit, towels, sunscreen
The Magnificent Four Hiking Trails
Embark on a multi-faceted tour at Bon Nouvel, an eco and agri-tourism heritage site on the historic Esperance estate. Discover a myriad of St Lucian experiences, from copra production to garden tours, nature walks, indigenous fauna spotting and more. Each of the trails also have mesmerising views of the Gros Piton from different angles.
Difficulty: Moderate to strenuous
Shopping
Island Shopping Adventure
Take a tropical drive to Castries and visit some intriguing places such as La Plas Kassav for fresh Cassava bread, Sty. Lucia Distillers for a rum tour, a duty-free shopping mall, Eudovic Art Studio for creative handcrafted pieces and finishing with lunch at a local restaurant of your choice.
Wednesdays at 8:30 AM Minimum 4 guests
Wear: Comfortable clothing, walking shoes
Bring: Camera, travel ticket for duty-free shopping
Saturday Market Tour
Spend an exciting day with the locals at Soufriere Market and shop around for local produce, island treats and unique pieces. The morning starts with an express boat ride to the market, while the return ride includes a quick detour to the Soufriere bat cave.
Saturdays from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM Minimum 4 guests
Wear: Comfortable clothing, walking shoes
Bring: Camera, sunscreen
Create Your Own Tour
Have fun creating your very own excursion by handpicking up to three destinations to experience within four hours: Rustic Plantation Tour, Diamond Botanical Gardens, Volcano and Tet Paul Nature Trail.
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