If you are not a fan of rushed schedules and disinterested guides, private and exclusive tours can be a great way for first-timers and returners alike to explore a place.
With a lush Caribbean island like St. Lucia, joining a private and exclusive tour can offer you a unique experience of its natural wonders and cultural attractions!
Private and exclusive tours are customizable and—most importantly—allow you to enjoy your vacation with the people you like.
Whether you are a hiking enthusiast, a cultural and heritage junkie, or simply a foodie on a hunt for authentic local fare, there is a tour here suited for you!
Check out these 9 private and exclusive tours to take in St. Lucia.
The Best Private and Exclusive Tours in St. Lucia
9. Private West Coast Boat Tour
View of the Gros Piton, Jalousie – Wikimedia Surrounded by expansive oceans, St. Lucia is a prime spot for swimming, snorkeling, and other water activities.
The Private West Coast Boat Tour takes you on a tour around the island’s coast, where you can swim out into the warm Caribbean Sea or admire the vibrant marine life just under the surface.
You will travel to various beaches including Jalousie Beach, Marigot Bay, Anse Cochon, and Anse Chastanet Beach and Reef. Grab a surreal sunset from one of St. Lucia’s best beach bars.
Pick-up and drop-offs as well as snorkeling gear are included, just remember to pack your swimwear, a towel, and a change of clothes!
8. St. Lucia Private Island Tour
Castries Market – Wikimedia The St. Lucia Private Island Tour takes private and exclusive to the next level.
You can completely customize your itinerary according to your preferences and is perfect for any first-time travelers to St. Lucia. Be open about what you want out of the tour and speak to your guide, and they will take care of the schedule for you.
Suggested stopping points in the tour include the vibrant, open-air Castries Market, the Inniskilling Monument which commemorates a chapter in St. Lucia’s colonial history, and the stunning Diamond Falls Botanical Gardens.
Pick-up and drop-offs from hotels are included in the tour, so you can enjoy a fulfilling day trip with ease!
7. Wow Tours St. Lucia
Anse La Raye – Wikimedia Discover the natural wonders of the Caribbean island on Wow Tours St. Lucia!
Your guide will lead you through the best spots, including the bustling Castries Market, the historic fishing villages at Anse La Raye, and the Pitons, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famed for its natural, volcanic features.
Guests can choose how much time they want to spend at each attraction, so you never have to rush as you muse on local curiosities or take in breathtaking views. Pick-up is included with this tour.
6. Saint Lucia Food and Rum Tour
Fried Plantain – Wikimedia Seasoned foodies will be spoiled on the St. Lucia Food and Run Tour.
Guests are treated to a full day of authentic local fare as they tour around the vibrant Caribbean island.
The day begins with fresh local pastries and coco tea, followed by a series of tasting and sightseeing sessions around the island.
Try island-style grilled pork at a local bar before touring around a micro brewery!
You will stop at some of St. Lucia’s stunning beaches before moving onto a sampling session of local seafood dishes paired with homemade spiced rums.
It wouldn’t be local food tour without trying St. Lucia’s national dish, and you can taste the unique green fig and salt fish alongside other local specialties such as breadfruit and salt fish with coconut curry, plantain chips, and tamarind balls.
The tour ends on a sweet note with a fruit-tasting session at a local farm. Breakfast, lunch, snacks, and entry to the Canaries are included.
5. St. Lucia Rainforest Full-Day Walk & Waterfall Hike
Palms and Rainforest St Lucia – Wikimedia If you like getting physical and close to nature on your vacation, then this St. Lucia walking and hiking tour is perfect for you.
Organized by expert guides, guests will receive a well-informed tour around Castries before stopping to pick up pastries and casava cakes for the hike.
Your guide will take you to a nature trail and you will hike through the lush rainforest to a breathtaking waterfall, where remote, nourishing mud baths await.
Don’t forget to bring swimwear, a few changes of clothes, and proper footwear.
4. Saint Lucia Zip-line, Aerial Tram, and Hiking Tour
Zipline – Wikimedia Thrill seekers are in for a treat with this aerial tram and zipline tour.
The half-day adventure begins with a ride on the aerial tram, where your naturalist guide will offer fun facts and informative stories about the surrounding flora and fauna.
Once you disembark at the top of the mountain, you will experience the gorgeous rainforest of St. Lucia in two ways: zooming through nature on 10 ziplines and hiking through the tropical forest with an expert guide.
Remember to wear proper shoes and bring plenty of snacks!
3. St. Lucia ATV Tour
ATV Tour – Wikimedia Explore off the beaten track at St. Lucia by joining an ATV Tour!
Follow your guide and ride through rivers, old plantations, farms, and valleys on a state-of-the-art all-terrain vehicle.
Touring on an ATV will offer you unrestrained access to hidden gems and lesser traveled paths around the Caribbean island, where spectacular views and vibrant history and heritage await your discovery.
2. Rodney Bay Food Tours
If day trips are too intense for you, check out Rodney Bay Food Tours hosted by Lucian Food Tours.
This half-day excursion offers a perfect taste of local flavors and culture.
Localized in the vibrant Rodney Bay, an experienced guide will lead you through the neighborhood, pointing out the best spots for authentic St. Lucian food and a diverse selection of international cuisines.
You will stop at five restaurants and sample their best food and drinks offerings, including homemade spiced rum and other local favorites.
1. Inside St. Lucia Historical Sightseeing Tour
Travel back in time with the Inside St. Lucia Historical Sightseeing Tour!
This educational tour takes you on a journey through the island’s rich history and culture, including its colonial past told through ancient plantation tools, the culture of its indigenous civilization and the secrets to coconut oil and rum production.
Fruit tasting sessions and a tranquil walk through the beautiful grounds of the Greenwood Terrace Garden are also included.