SOFT ADVENTURE

Not interested in lazing on the beach all day long day after day? St. Lucia is the right choice for your vacation. Organizations like the St. Lucia National Trust and the Department of Forestry offer a number of nature trails some more strenuous than others. In the mountainous rainforests of St. Lucia there are approximately 30 species of birds. You may be lucky to spot the rare and beautiful parrot, Jacquot.

Caribbean islands' 2000 Ecotourism Award
St Lucia was the proud recipient of the Caribbean islands' 2000 Ecotourism Award for its Heritage Tourism Programme. So, whatever your mood, St Lucia can offer you a tour which will enchant you. Wherever you go, colours will mesmerise you. Vistas will astound you. And the tropical air will caress you. You'll find all your senses working overtime on St Lucia .

All-Terrain Vehicle Riding
See the wild side of St Lucia on an All Terrain Vehicle. Experience the thrill of riding an ATV through St Lucia 's lush countryside...over mountains...through banana plantations... and lots more!

Biking
Biking has also become popular way to enjoy the island, and there are some excellent biking tours for beginners and the more experienced off road riders. There are lots to see on 2 wheels in St.Lucia. For the adventurer, head into Soufrière for an ocean-side trail ride at Anse Chastanet. With a beautiful view of the world-famous Gros Piton and Petit Piton mountains, this is one ride you can't find anywhere but St.Lucia.

Camping
St. Lucia recently opened its first campsite, Anse La Liberte for those really attuned to nature.

Hiking
Exploring the beauty of Saint Lucia 's majestic rain forest is a great way to relax and appreciate the island. A variety of natural trails lead hikers through the rain forest, to the top of Saint Lucia 's mountains, through old plantation grounds, along beaches, to Cactus Valley , to Pigeon Island and more. As visitors hike, they will see spectacular rain forest waterfalls, flora and local birds like the Saint Lucia Parrot, the Saint Lucia Oriole and the Saint Lucia Black Finch. Comfortable shoes are a must.


Horseback Riding
The ambiance of Saint Lucia can be captured through a number of horseback riding excursions. The International Riding Stables offers an assortment of trail rides, including a ride winding through the countryside along the beach, with time for swimming and a beach picnic at Cas en Bas. Trim's Riding Stables offer a variety of treks including a carriage tour to Pigeon Point and Fort Rodney .

Whale and Turtle Watching
St Lucia is recognised as one of the leading whale watching sites in the area. Over 20 species are regularly spotted throughout the year, including humpbacks, pilot whales, sperm whales and spinning and spotted dolphins.

Turtles are another fascinating thrill for nature-lovers. The abundance of these majestic reptiles on St Lucia is due to the protection provided by local environmental activists, who have ensured there is a permanent suspension on turtle hunting.

Diving and Water sports
St. Lucia has a stunning variety of sea life and sub marine wonders waiting for you to explore. Get into the swim of things with your snorkelling or diving gear and experience the warm clear water that makes the Caribbean famous for underwater adventure.