The St. Lucia Pitons Hike tour is one of the most loved adventures on the island. Hike the island’s second tallest peak and World Heritage site, located in the popular town of Soufriere. If you love adventure, this is definitely one of the things to do in St. Lucia! Look no further! The Gros Piton hike tour is definitely the tour for you! The Pitons in St. Lucia are unique to the world; Gros Piton and Petit Piton, the island’s most famous landmarks were chosen as St. Lucia’s world heritage sites. The Gros Piton hike is however more often hiked than petit piton and is one of the best hiking tours in St. Lucia and the Caribbean. The Majestic volcanic peak stands at 2619 feet tall and is home to many endemic flora and fauna species.
The Gros Piton trail hike starts in the community of Fond Gens Libre where we provide you with a private guide born and raised in the community, Soufriere. The hiking tour of Gros Piton takes approximately four hours and allows you the opportunity to sit and relax at various point before continuing your Gros Piton hiking tour.
This Piton hike consists of uphill hiking, climbing over rocks and being at high elevations and is strenuous. Therefore, before climbing Gros Piton, be sure to get yourself ready with proper attire, good night rest and breakfast before starting your hike.
After conquering the Gros Piton Hike, ice cold drinks will be served and lunch as desired, before proceeding to your hotel.
Contact us now to book your piton hike or make reservations for Piton hike tour.
Helpful tips when planning and booking or reserving Gros Piton Hike tour:
Special note: Persons attempting this hike should be physically fit. This tour is not recommended for pregnant women, persons with heart, knee and breathing problems.
Preparation for hike: Have a good night sleep, good breakfast, try to consume less or no alcohol the day before and on the day of the hike. Hydrating yourself by drinking plenty of water the day before will also help a lot! Please wear proper attire so that you feel comfortable when hiking (wear hiking shoes or trainers, short pants or loose long pants.) Light Bag packs are recommended, not side bags.
What to bring along: Bug spray, cameras, cash. Bottled water and complimentary drinks will be provided.
Special rates apply for groups of six persons or more! Please contact us for further information.
FOR GROS PITON HIKE (BY SEA), please contact us for more details.
Days: As requested Time: 7:00 / 8:00 am
From Soufriere: US$85.00 per person
North: US$110.00 per person
South:US$ 110.00 per person
Hike by Sea: US$150-200.00 per person