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Land, Sea and Air





                              Saint Lucia Golf Resort and Country Club – This 18-hole, 71 par, 6,836 yard course overlooking
                              the Caribbean and Atlantic is known as one of the most demanding in the Caribbean. The par-5
                              opening hole commands attention with its tree-lined right and bunker-lined left sides.  Visitors
                              become inspired by the natural beauty and incredible wildlife residing on the course.

                              Opened in 2001, the course of scenic hills also offers a 350-yard driving range and a practice
                              putting green, a pro shop, cart and club rentals, an on-site fine dining restaurant, and instruction
                              at the Jack Nicklaus Academy of Golf.




































                                                                                                                                          Lighthouses
                              Horseback Riding                                                                                            Cap Moule a Chique – Located south of Vieux Fort. Established in 1912, the original building
                              Riding treks are available from several stables. Tours can take riders to the volcano, around               still operates. Cap Moule a Chique is notably one of the highest lights above sea level in the
                               estates, along the Caribbean or Atlantic beaches, and through rain forests.  Horseback riding is           world. While the lighthouse itself is closed the road leading to and above the lighthouse is open
                                   a great adventure for romantics and families alike.                                                    and offers awe-inspiring views of the Caribbean and Atlantic from high above sea level on the
                                                                                                                                          southern tip of Saint Lucia.  A must see.
                                       Jeep Tours
                                         Guided Jeep tours offer an exhilarating off-road adventure. You can tour across                  Vigie – Located on the Vigie peninsula on the north side of Castries harbor. Established in 1883,
                                         tropical landscapes, through rainforests and over banana plantations from the                    present tower built in 1915. Historical French ruins are nearby.
                                         jaunty height of a Jeep. Ride in an open-air vehicle on whole or half day adventures.
                                         Customized tours are often available.                                                            Tapion Rock – Located on an isolated rock atop a 1-story concrete building. Although
                                                                                                                                          the site and tower are closed and the grounds are inaccessible good views of the black
                                                                                                                                          and white checkered tower with red post can be enjoyed seaside as ships enter and
                                                                                                                                          leave the harbor.






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