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Soufriere's backdrop of the Pitons, sea and rainforest provides a picture perfect setting for a visit to this laid-back and relatively undeveloped town in the south of St. Lucia. Considering that its name is French for "sulphur," it should be no surprise to discover the wealth of hot springs and mineral baths. Other great spots to visit include Diamond Botanical Gardens, a slew of pretty beaches and the bike trails that wind through sugar plantation Anse Mamin. Rent a car to see the town.
Restaurants in Soufriere
1. Carib Beach BarBQ (Zion Lion Farm)
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5.0 based on 88 reviews
Bon jou! Carib Beach BarBQ (Zion Lion Farm) is located at Yukahu Bay - Saint Lucia's most beautiful beach - in The Pitons World Heritage Site at the foot of Yukahu (aka Gros Piton). Each day is blessed according to Jah plan for you & yours to experience in peace. There may be (or not) some Lucians fishing from open "gommiers", setting lines from shore, gathering dry coconuts, hiking up the mountain with guests... We offer a full-day total immersion "CastAway Experience" all-inclusive of World Heritage Coast Cruise, Swim/Snorkel UNESCOs Marine Reserve Reefs, , Carib Cuisine Workshop, organic Sea n' Farm-To-Table Carib Beach BarBQ Feast, Bush Doctor Walkabout to the Rainforest Mineral Springs and more... Or a half-day "Splash ~ Feast ~ Play” all-inclusive Adventure (round-trip water taxi transport, authentic Carib Beach BarBQ Feast and any one of our "CastAway Experiences" mixed & matched to your schedule and budget... Mystical. Super Natural. Delicious. Dreamland. Bless up! Paul
Reviewed By MyValentine2004 - Norton, United States
Paul has a little slice of Heaven on a secluded beach that has zero tourists- just locals and travelers interested in authentic cultural experiences. We learned so much from Paul- he showed us how to cook a traditional meal using vegetables he grew on his farm. He told us abt the history of the island, the slave trade, his ancestors and how they taught him abt medicinal plants and Caribbean cooking. He gave us a tour of his farm and the forest but we still had plenty of time to just relax on the beach. We felt like we experienced the real St Lucia for a day- it was the highlight of our trip!
2. Petit Piton Trail
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5.0 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By kelliecole
Climbing Petit Piton will be one of the best hikes I ever do. The St. Lucian forest, the technicality of the trail as it turns from root grabbing to rock face scaling with rope and guide assistance, and the view of the island from the top is one of the best. Ashley Walking Tree (758-722-2413) met us at the main road turn to Sugar Beach and guided the four of us foot by foot, hand hold by hand hold for the next four hours. We are all in good physical shape, started the hike at 7:30am and were finished by 12:30. None of us had experienced a hike quite like this before and Walking Tree made it possible. He takes his job seriously and was able to help me (who's a shorter person) and people in our group who are sometimes afraid of heights. Without him the hike would have been much more difficult, and perhaps longer as the trail is not marked. Walking Tree's demeanor is calm, tells you we'll warm up the body for the first 1/4 of the trail, gauges comfort levels and offers step by step guidelines of how to easily work with the mountain to climb it. It was a great experience with him and I highly recommend the challenge. Walking Tree has 17 years experience hiking Petit Piton and has been teaching his son, Hennison (758-714-4213) to do the same. They can be reached at either number. We scheduled our trip only a day in advance.
3. Anse Mamin
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4.5 based on 507 reviews
An old sugar plantation with a knot of bike trails along the estate.
Reviewed By catt711 - Upper Montclair, United States
We took a day trip to Anse Mamin from our resort (Ladera) via pre-arranged water taxi. We paid the $36 for two chairs under an umbrella on the visitor side of the beach (the other side is reserved for resort guests), and enjoyed our day tremendously. The snorkling was good (and uncrowded early) and the whole atmosphere was enjoyable. The burgers served by a lovely little on-beach restaurant were SO good. All in all, it's well worth a day!
4. Tet Paul Nature Trail
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4.5 based on 1,573 reviews
Tet Paul Nature Trail is situated in the south-western town of Soufriere, St. Lucia. Soufriere is approximately 42 km from the island's capital, Castries, and about 1 hour by bus or taxi and 35 minutes by boat. The trail itself is about a 10 minute drive from the town centre by bus and about 40 minutes on feet.
Reviewed By 705lilyr - Brooklyn, United States
Jamal was a great guide (and awesome photographer!) and the hike was easy and non- strenuous with extremely rewarding views- a fantastic way to view the pitons and a must do when in St Lucia.
5. New Jerusalem Mineral Baths
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4.5 based on 124 reviews
Reviewed By Danuta_Liz - Dundas, Canada
Wnen we went there, we were the only people enjoing this tranquil place. so relaxing, surrounded by tropical flora, hot mineral water feels like a gift from heaven. $4US
6. Gros Piton Nature Trail
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4.5 based on 143 reviews
Reviewed By CynSS - Plano, United States
We hiked with our adult children, there were eight of us. The kids made it to the top before us. This was a very difficult hike as a great percentage of it was truly vertical! It felt like a 2 hour stair master workout on the highest and most difficult setting! The views were wonderful and worth it!! Bring lots of water!! Our guide was great yet the one the kids had was not the greatest! He started rushing us from the minute we drove up, not even letting me go back and get my cap! I should have put my foot down and not listened. 5 minutes after the kids got to the top, he was asking them to leave and start the descent. They said they wanted to wait for us and he responded that they weren’t even sure if we would make it to the top. They insisted on waiting and actually enjoying the view and recover from the hike. Overall, I would recommend if you are an avid and experienced hiker. We are regular hikers and this kicked my behind!
7. Sulphur Springs
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4.0 based on 3,189 reviews
The Sulphur Springs Park is a world renowned site where visitors from all over the world come to experience the black water pool baths and learn about the drive in volcano's history in a guided tour through the park.
Reviewed By wrayvacay - Kingston, Canada
Loved the healing properties of the Sulphur Springs Mud Baths! Immerse yourself in one of four hot water pools of varying degrees, then slather on volcanic mud! Very rejuvenating and great if you have sunburn! Skin so soft, highly recommend!
8. Diamond Waterfalls
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4.0 based on 461 reviews
Set in a tropical garden, the falls are part of the Diamond Estate.
Reviewed By serenea2015 - New York City, United States
I really enjoyed my walk through this enchanted garden to Diamond Waterfall. It was a welcome break from the beach or other more touristy sites. My bf and I spent about an hour exploring the garden in the cool shade, appreciating all the flora and fauna. The waterfall was beautiful!
9. Diamond Falls Botanical Gardens
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4.0 based on 1,734 reviews
Reviewed By fionap179
Lovely waterfall, nice foliage, had a lovely dip in the water, a really nice way to spend a morning.
10. Toraille Waterfall
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4.0 based on 544 reviews
Reviewed By KCJOJO123
Tour guide Lucretia of Island Adventures was simply amazing. She was astonishingly knowledgeable and very funny. The tour included visiting Sulphur Springs. Junior at the waterfall was wonderful, attentive and caring. Thoroughly enjoyable tour.
