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Land, Sea and Air





                                                                                                                                          for a light lunch aboard and a breathtakingly intimate view of the Pitons.

                                                                                                                                          Next reboard the bus in Soufriere. Next sites include all the southern highlights - The Botanical
                                                                                                                                          Gardens, Diamond Water Fall, the Drive-In Volcano and Toraille Falls.

                                                                                                                                          Wrap up your incredible day with a stop at Balenbouche Estate. Famous for its tumultuous history
                                                                                                                                          it has been transformed into an ecolodge, organic farm and a popular yoga retreat. Finally, you
                                                                                                                                          will be returned to your resort, just in time to freshen up for a fabulous dinner.


























                              Land and Sea Tours
                              Brig Unicorn (Castries) – A working replica of a 19th century sailing ship, 140 feet long with
                              billowing white sails. The impressive vessel appeared in the television series “Roots” and the
                              blockbuster “Pirates of the Caribbean”.

                              The land based portion of the tour includes Soufriere’s drive-in volcano and Rodney Bay’s
                              waterfall. Afterwards, board the Brig and sail away to Anse Cochon for a snorkel or a swim.
                              Then onto Marigot Bay, a real life pirate retreat prior to European settlement. Sunset cruises are
                              available.
                                                                                                                                          Maria Island (Vieux Fort area) – This tiny island reserve, exclusive home to two species and a
                              Land and Sea Special (Soufriere) – Embark on a full day tour for a unique opportunity to                    breeding ground for leatherback turtles,  is incredibly diverse in flora and fauna.  Spectacular beaches
                                  experience Saint Lucia by air-conditioned bus and catamaran.                                            for swimming and snorkeling curve the island and a hillside trail leads to the summit of Maria Major.
                                                                                                                                          An experienced mariner with a small fishing boat will happily transport you to Maria Major.
                                      First, the bus picks up at your resort then travels up the rugged Atlantic Coast Dennery
                                        and Micoud. Cross the island to capital city Castries. Once the van arrives at Rodney
                                        Bay you’ll board the catamaran for the sea cruise.
                                         Sail into the Caribbean Sea and relax. Enjoy plenty of sun while sipping fruit juice,
                                         sodas and rum punch. Don’t forget the sunscreen!
                                         Cruise past Pigeon Island, into Marigot Bay. Upon arriving at Anse Cochon you’ll
                                        stop for a quick dip in the warm Caribbean Sea. Afterward, continue on to Soufriere





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