St. Lucia: Castries City & Beach Picnic Shore Excursion
ID: GYG1085562-1667275
Category:
Country: Saint Lucia
Duration:
05:00 hours
Description
Discover Castries, visit a banana plantation, enjoy scenic Marigot Bay, and relax with a family-friendly beach picnic at Vigie Beach — the perfect St. Lucia
Make the most of your time in St. Lucia with a family-friendly excursion designed especially for cruise ship passengers. Begin your day with a guided tour of Castries, the island’s vibrant capital, where you’ll explore local landmarks, colorful markets, and get a feel for the island’s rich culture and history.
Next, enjoy a scenic drive to the breathtaking Marigot Bay — one of the most picturesque spots in the Caribbean, perfect for photos and soaking in the view. Along the way, stop at a working banana plantation to learn about one of St. Lucia’s key exports and sample fresh local bananas.
Finally, head to beautiful Vigie Beach, a quiet stretch of white sand and calm waters just minutes from the cruise port. Unwind with a laid-back beach picnic, complete with local snacks and plenty of time to swim, relax, or play in the sand with the kids. This excursion is a relaxing, well-rounded way to experience the best of St. Lucia in just a few hours — and you'll be back in plenty of time before your ship departs.
Highlights
- Ideal for cruise passengers—timed to fit your ship’s schedule perfectly
- Visit vibrant Castries and explore local culture and colorful markets.
- Relax with a family-friendly beach picnic on peaceful Vigie Beach.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This tour is designed to return you to the cruise port on time for all ship departures.
Bring swimwear, towels, sunscreen, and a change of clothes for the beach.
Alcohol will only be served to guests aged 18 and over (ID may be required).
The tour involves light walking; comfortable shoes are recommended.
Vegetarian and non-alcoholic options are available — please inform in advance.
The tour operates rain or shine; please dress accordingly.
Look Out for the signage Holiday Delight
INCLUDED
- Guided tour of Castries city
- Visit to Marigot Bay lookout point
- Stop at a working banana plantation
- Picnic-style lunch at Vigie Beach
- Mobile beach bar with full drink service
- Alcoholic drinks: rum punch, local beer, and St. Lucian rum
- Non-alcoholic drinks: sodas, bottled water, and local juices
- Tasting of local snacks and traditional treats
- Free time to relax and swim at Vigie Beach
- Round-trip transportation from cruise port
- Friendly, knowledgeable local guide
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
