Adventurous Couple’s Guide: Soufriere, Saint Lucia
Homebase: Soufriere
Mike and I began our stay in Saint Lucia in the town of Soufriere, which is located inside a volcano. While you can’t really tell you’re inside except for in certain areas, you’ll definitely be hit by the overwhelming odor of sulfur, which is where the town gets its name. Founded by the French, there are still many old estates still around that you can visit with a tour including Mourne Coubaril, Fond Doux Estate, and the Soufriere Estate, each home to special attractions worth checking out. Just south of the town are the famous Pitons, two volcanic plugs in a World Heritage Site. There are many lookout points from the town, the best being at Jalousie Plantation.Stay
While a bit pricey, I highly recommend Jalousie Plantation (soon to be called Sugar Beach Resort). Spread across more than 100 acres of tropical rainforest, the resort features the only white sand beach in the area. Mike and I stayed in one of their luxury villas, where we had our butler, two-person shower the size of my bedroom and, the best part, our own personal infinity pool on our deck with prime views of both Pitons. This is where we stayed, drinking our complimentary Chairman’s Reserve rum and watching the sunset behind the mountains (shown above). This is also a great place to mix adventure with romance. One of our favorite parts of the trip was indulging in a couple’s massage at their Rainforest Spa. The spa is located directly in the rainforest, and incorporates the surroundings into the structure. Spa-goers walk down a wooden ramp passing beautiful thatched huts and babbling brooks. Their signature oil is coconut, although you can change it to suit your needs. The couples’ room was partially open, and I was able to glance out to see the lush flora. After our massage, Mike and I took a dip in their watsu pool, which was attached to the massage room. If you want to get your heart rate back up, head down to their onsite beach, where you can partake in complimentary water sports including windsurfing, sailing, kayaking, hobiecats, pedalos or snorkeling. On land, guests can enjoy tennis, pool and beach volleyball. If you’re really feeling adventurous, Jalousie has an onsite PADI certified dive center, allowing you to scuba dive in the deepest harbor in the Caribbean at 300 to 400 feet. Rates for Jalousie Plantation range from $300 to $1,540 per night in low season (summer) depending on the room, to $800 to $2,650 per night during high season (winter).Eat And Drink
While your hotel has delicious offerings, heading into town will give you a look into how the local’s eat. Mike and I had a taxi driver show us the favorite eateries of the locals, which included:- Water Front De Bell View: This is a great place for cheap Creole food, friendly service and excellent views of the sea and Pitons.
- La Petit Peak: This was our favorite, as it had a very cozy atmosphere with locals watching cricket on television and great waterside views of the Pitons.
- Skippers: This bar is where locals go for an after-work drink.
- Cheaperz: As the name implies, this place serves cheap drinks like $2 Piton beers.
Do
There are so many fun things to do in St. Lucia, specifically in Soufriere. While you could easily fill your time in Soufriere relaxing and playing at Jalousie, the area has much to offer the active and adventurous couple.Image via Morne Coubaril Estate
Adventure Tours
Remember, no matter where you are on the island, you and your beau can book an adventure tour, such as: Scuba Diving Hiking Mount Gimmie, Saint Lucia’s Highest Point (3,117 feet) Horseback Ride ‘n’ Swim Rainforest Ziplining ATV Riding Waterfall Cycling Deep Sea Sport Fishing Snuba (a mixture of scuba diving and snorkeling) Hiking The Pitons Tropical Jeep Safari Mount Primard Segway Adventure Sunset Segway Adventure On Beach Dolphin And Whale Watching Underwater Hiking/Sea TrekkingHave you ever visited Soufriere in Saint Lucia?
*Disclosure: My trip to Saint Lucia was sponsored by the Saint Lucia Tourism Board. I was not required to post about this trip and was not compensated for this post. All opinions are my own.Bonus Saint Lucia Travel Resources
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What an awesome post! I’m definitely bookmarking this for when we return to St. Lucia.
Thank you! 🙂
Had no idea there was so much to do in St. Lucia! Will definitely save this for the future.
It’s a really great place, whether you’re with your beau or solo! 🙂
I love traveling with my boyfriend. Next destination? Maybe St. Lucia! Looks beautiful. Thank you!
You’ll love it! 🙂