WATER-SPORTS

Holidays on St. Lucia can be exciting. There are plenty of challenges for sporting visitors, whether it's on land or in the water!

With the sparkling Caribbean Sea on one side and the mysterious depths of the Atlantic Ocean on the other, sailors and fishermen will fall in love with St. Lucia . Not only is it possible to charter any form of sea-going vessel anywhere on the island, but St Lucia also offers opportunities for some of the best deep sea fishing in the world.

Windsurfing
Windsurfers will be challenged by the waves at CAS en Bas and Vex Fort, the most popular spots for advanced and intermediate windsurfers, while beginners will find the calmer waters of the west coast perfect for sharpening their skills. Top-of-the-line equipment and instruction is available at most hotels and several windsurfing centres around the island.

Snorkelling
There are several companies that offer boat trips to the popular snorkelling areas such as Anse Chastanet. The water sports at most of the major hotels and the scuba diving companies rent snorkelling equipment to guests.

Water-skiing and Para-Sailing
Available at most hotels, water-skiing in Saint Lucia can be enjoyed by beginner, intermediate and advanced skiers. For an aerial thrill, visitors are encouraged to try parasailing, which allows riders to view spectacular sights as they soar above Rodney Bay .