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St. Lucia
Beauty Beyond Belief
One of the most beautiful islands in the Caribbean, St. Lucia is covered in tropical rainforest and capped by iconic twin peaks. It’s also home to a few of the region’s most breathtaking resorts, which is quite unusual for a place with such rugged, unspoiled terrain.
Best time to travel: High Season: Nov-May, Low Season: June-Oct. Diving: Shore and Boat. Underwater Life: 150 different species of fish – peacock flounders, octopus, needle fish and turtles. Deeper dive to Dense coral with puffers, moray eels, parrot fish, lobsters and seahorses. Level: All. Sea Temps: 78°F – 84°F Air Temps: 82°F. Accommodations: Land Based Resorts. Other Adventures: Kite Surfing, Rainforest Adventures, Zip-lining, Tours, Excursions, Shopping.
Like all the best volcanic islands, St. Lucia’s underwater formations feature sloping reefs, walls, and underwater pinnacles, but the diving is smooth enough for all levels. Pack your entire arsenal of camera gear because — if the twin peaks and rainforests weren’t enough to fill up your memory card — there’s a wonderful variety of critters to find among St. Lucia’s beautiful coral reefs.
You will enjoy St. Lucia…
If You Enjoy Leisurely Diving
Whether you’re diving from boat or shore, you can expect calm waters with good visibility. Most of the dive sites are beginner-friendly, but you’ll be rewarded with beautiful gorgonians, barrel sponges, and sea whips if you’re willing to dive a little deeper.
If You’re Looking for Variety
St. Lucia has a nice mix of dive sites: sloping reefs, walls, underwater pinnacles, shore diving, and wrecks (like the 165-foot Lesleen M.) There’s also an eclectic variety of critters to encounter, including seahorses, frogfish, eels, octopuses, squids, lobsters, and a seafood platter of crustaceans.
If You’re Looking for Gorgeous Resorts
St. Lucia is more of a rugged ecological paradise than a tourist trap, but a few of the dive resorts are drop-dead gorgeous and offer the very best in luxury accommodations. Dive operators also meet the highest standards. If you’re a shore diving enthusiast, you might want to check out Anse Chastanet, which is graced with one of the most renowned house reefs in the Caribbean.
Nestled in the hillside, with gorgeous views of the Pitons and the blue cove below, Anse Chastanet is a stunning resort that’s luxurious, but also seamlessly integrated into the rugged landscape of St. Lucia.
Every room is completely unique, with sweeping views of the island and ocean. The resort curates a variety of ecological activities for its guests, with dive operations organized through Scuba St. Lucia.
Standard Package Includes:
*Basic Package. Can be upgraded
Jade Mountain sits high upon the hillside, offering guests panoramic views of St. Lucia’s twin peaks and the stunning tropical coastline. Luxurious suites, 5-star personal service, and culinary delights make Jade Mountain the epitome of luxury travel.
The resort offers a variety of adventure-oriented itineraries, with scuba diving done through Scuba St. Lucia.
Standard Package Includes:
*Basic Package. Can be upgraded.
Kick back in your fabulous hotel room, or explore the island’s many gorgeous beaches, hiking trails, and waterfalls.
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