The 11 Scenic & Sightseeing Tours in St Lucia That Earn Their Price

1.St Lucia Full-Day Catamaran Sightseeing Cruise With Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 592 reviews · from $145Our pick

Spend about eight hours aboard the Tout Bagay catamaran, sailing from Rodney Bay toward Soufriere and the Pitons. You’ll visit Toraille Waterfall, Morne Coubaril, and the Sulphur Springs, then snorkel at Anse Cochon. Hotel pickup is offered at selected hotels, with Creole lunch, drinks, local commentary, and snorkel gear included.

“Experience 10/10 !! The crew was very amazing BIG SHOUTOUT TO AKEEM & CHAD!! My favorite part was the Sulphur Springs & Swimming in the ocean! I wouldn’t trade this experience for anything! & the food at lunch was good as well! Definitely an experience to remember!! 🇱🇨❤️”

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2.St Lucia Catamaran Day Sailing and Sightseeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 198 reviews · from $138

Spend about eight hours sailing from Castries or Rodney Bay to Soufriere, with stops at the Pitons, Sulphur Springs, a waterfall, and Anse Cochon. You’ll get hotel transfers from most North Island resorts, a Creole buffet, open-bar drinks aboard the catamaran, and time for swimming or snorkeling.

“I bought this tour because it included a visit Diamond Botanical Gardens as stated: "With your guide, make your way to Diamond Botanical Gardens, located on a verdant plantation estate. Follow your guide down easy walking trails featuring Read more”

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3.St. Lucia Private Boat to Soufriere:Snorkeling, Sightseeing,Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 164 reviews · from $200Top rated

Set out with Captain Cliff Adventure Tours on a private West Coast boat trip from Castries, Marigot Bay, or Rodney Bay. Guides such as Tyler, Tyrese, Tony, Kevin, Alvin, and Captain Del tailor the day around snorkeling, beaches, swimming, and lunch, with drinks, gear, and port pickup included.

“My family and I booked a boat tour because we really wanted to see more of the island. We are staying at the northern part of the island and wanted to see the Pitons. The boat tour did not disappoint. We snorkeled at 3 different spots and swam all day. Our tour guides, Kevin and Tyrese did a wonderful job. I recommend this boat tour to anyone that wants to see different beaches and snorkel the reefs.”

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4.Coastal Cruise in St. Lucia

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 69 reviews

Leave Port Castries at 9:00 a.m. for a five-hour boat trip to Soufrière. You’ll see the Pitons from the sea, visit Sulphur Springs and Diamond Botanical Gardens, swim at Anse Chastanet, and stop at Marigot Bay. Snorkel gear, water, snacks, soft drinks, and rum punch are included. Lunch and entry fees cost extra.

“Tour itself was good. The problem I had was that no one knew I was coming. I repeatedly told the staff at Viator that I would be traveling without a phone or access to the internet. But they called the company and confirmed that the tour wRead more”

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5.Scenic Tour of Soufriere

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 39 reviews · from $130

Spend about six hours exploring St. Lucia with a driver-guide such as Lloyd, Shal, Jason, or Jacob. Visit Marigot Bay, the Pitons, Sulphur Springs, Canaries, Anse La Raye, Toraille Waterfall, a banana plantation, and Roseau Beach. Mud baths cost an extra $10, and hotel or port pickup is included.

“The drive through the beautiful mountains and rain forest was amazing. The volcano and the warm water streams around it were very Interesting.”

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6.Private Custom Coastal Cruise St. Lucia Half Day

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews

Set out from Vigie Marina on a private 31-foot powerboat for four hours along St. Lucia’s west coast. Your group of up to six can shape the day around snorkeling, fishing, whale watching, beach time, or a stop in Marigot Bay. Jason, Robert, or another crew team may handle the boat, with gear, snacks, soft drinks, water, and rum punch included.

“Excellent day with Jason and Robert. They were great guides and helped make our day most enjoyable. Would highly recommend this trip to anyone.”

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7.Private Custom Coastal Cruise St. Lucia Full Day

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews

You get a private eight-hour motorboat cruise from Castries for up to six people, with pickup at the cruise port, snorkeling gear, fishing equipment, snacks, soft drinks, water, and rum punch. Your crew can take you toward the Pitons, Diamond Waterfalls, Soufriere, Marigot Bay, dolphins, or quiet swimming spots, depending on sea conditions and your plans.

“This was the best day of our trip to St Lucia ,we were meet by Jay and Jason and boarded the Bandit boat for a memorable day .We were taken to see two types of Dolphins,Pilot Whales ,before heading towards the famous Pitons and to Sugar Beach which was amazing. Great hosts ,thank you.”

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8.St Lucia Private Boat Tour/Sightseeing/Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · from $395

Set out from Rodney Bay Marina with a private group and local crew, including Captain Vincent and Carlito when assigned. Over about five hours, cruise past scenic bays and Anse La Raye, stop near the Pitons, and snorkel by Soufriere. Expect a flexible route, small-group service, and homemade rum punch onboard.

“This is the perfect way to see this incredibly beautiful island. Skip the long windy road and enjoy a beautiful boat ride to the Pitons! Easy pickup from the cruise terminal and good communication. This was our favorite day of the entire cruise.”

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9.Hike the Fort Experience- Amazing Panoramic Views (Pigeon Island)

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 5 reviews · from $132

Start with north-island pickup at 9:00 am, then visit Pigeon Island National Landmark and hike to Fort Rodney for broad views over Gros Islet. A guide may be available, but you can explore independently if not. Entrance, private transport, bottled water, juice, snacks, and beach refreshments are included.

“My husband and I went to Pigeon Island for the history of the fort and the view from the top of Fort Rodney. The tour guide was excellent and the view was spectacular. The hike was a little demanding at times but well worth the view from the top.”

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10.St Lucia Exclusive Views

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $53Best value

Spend about three hours seeing St. Lucia by minibus, with stops in Castries, at scenic viewpoints, and at Howelton and Stony Hill estates. Guide Glen is praised for friendly, informative driving, and clear days may reveal Martinique. Port and selected hotel pickup are available.

“Great trip in mini bus. Glen was a really friendly driver and was a very informative guide. Particularly enjoyed the garden at Stoney Hill? Thoroughly enjoyed this excursion.”

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11.Scenic Nature Hike & Botanical Garden Escape

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 6 hours · from $121

Spend six hours with a private English-speaking driver-guide touring St. Lucia’s west coast, stopping in Roseau, Anse La Raye, Canaries, and Soufriere. Walk the Tete Paul Nature Trail, visit Diamond Falls Botanical Gardens, and photograph the Pitons. Guides Sia and Vergil are praised for personal service and local insight.

“Fabulous, Vergil made the experience so much better, what a superb guide and a very special human being.”

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