Gros Piton Hike with Dannyboy & Co.
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Instant confirmation
- Private tour
Highlights
It's only a 4-mile walk up and down the tree-covered symbol of Saint Lucia- that is, up a winding trail that climbs the steep, rain forest-covered slopes of a 2,619 foot volcanic mountain. Periodically, the trees give way to breathtaking vistas of the emerald-green island and the too-blue waters of the Caribbean. Guides are mandatory, but full of knowledge. The caves once used as shelters by freedom fighters of the Brigand war, brightly colored tropical birds and lush vegetation that includes giant gommiers (used to make canoes), the smaller swizzlestick tree ( used to make swizzle sticks) and "peeling tourists" - trees with flaky brown bark that looks painfully familiar to anyone who's fallen asleep on the beach without sunblock.
Inclusions
What's included
- Water for Hike & Cold Piton beer after
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Assistance coordinating forestry guide
- An island tour with historical insights and local knowledge.
- Driver waiting during your hike
- Port pickup and drop-off
- Driver / Tour Operator
What's not
- Lunch
- This is a government/regulatory charge that you need to pay directly on site.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
4.7
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Ratings come from 227 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.
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5DannyBoy was a highlight of our honeymoon trip!
We LOVE Dannyboy!! He was so kind and greeted us with good vibes! He gave us plenty of water and free piton beers for after the hike. He is full of information about St. Lucia and our ride with him was one of the highlights of our trip! The hike was challenging but rewarding. Amazing views and so worth the climb! Wonderful opportunities for pictures of the pitons! We would recommend this excursion if you are looking for an adventure, a challenge, and good vibes all around!! Thank you DannyBoy!
5The Best Experience
I don't even know where to start! Before you finish reading, BOOK THIS excursion with Dannyboy! I not only had the opportunity to meet Danny but his colleague Lloyd as well and to say they were both kind and extremely knowledgeable would be an understatement. I just recently came back from St. Lucia and while I was there I wanted to hike the Piton mountains and wanted somebody to show me around as well as educate me on the culture and I could not asked for anybody better than Danny & Lloyd. My original booking was not until 8:00 P.M. the night before I wanted to do this lol as I was booking this last minute and called and Dannyboy himself answers and assures me his colleague Lloyd will be at my resort to get me at 6:00 A.M sharp to start the journey due to him being booked with a client already (Lloyd arrived at my resort 10 minutes early). Lloyd provided such a great experience that I actually ended up booking another trip with them the very next day. By the time I had got back with Lloyd he was then booked with a client which ultimately worked out perfect because I was then introduced to DANNYBOY! With the help of both of them my girlfriend and I were able to explore & hike the piton mountains, see the natural waterfalls, & explore the Sulfur Springs park.
5Honeymoon Hike
Dannyboy was an excellent guide for our excursion! He picked us up exactly when and where we expected, and he brought great enthusiasm and energy to our early morning drive. Along the drive, he taught us everything he knows about St. Lucia's history, landmarks, and anything else we had questions about. During the drive back, he continued to entertain any questions we had while also respecting that we were tired and wanted a nap on the way back! Regarding the excursion itself, the hike was definitely challenging, even for us as experienced hikers. The humidity and the steep incline of the climb made for a tough but beautiful hike. The admission fee is a bit expensive, but it is certainly worth it to hike once while in St. Lucia. The crowds were heavier near the bottom, then thinned out the higher you climbed as some people turned around before the top. Overall it is a great hike, you can expect it to take about 4-5 hours if not more. Make sure to have water and some sunscreen!
5Great time at and traveling to the pitons
Our driver was very knowledgeable and personable. He stopped along the way for some photos and picked us some mangoes.
5Rock Climb to Heaven was Hell! LOL
This was a great hike up one of the Pitons. Warning: please be in better shape than I was, only made it halfway up! This is not a normal trail path, but a rock climb! But even at halfway, the view is spectacular! The full climb takes about 4-5 hours...but it varies depending on speed and your ability to keep up with the guides, who are great assistants! Walking sticks are provided and definitely needed for your first go!
511/10 Recommend. Mandatory for St. Lucia!
We booked Dannyboy for the hike on Day 1 then his local tour day 2 and would strongly recommend it for anyone going to St. Lucia! Resorts will shuttle you back and forth but we wanted a private experience and our expectations were exceeded to say the least. Dannyboy drives you to the base of the piton and waits while you hike with a local guide there. You will need a credit card and/or cash for admittance into the park and optional tip for the guide and this cost isn’t included in your trip. Make sure you bring lots of water (1.5L each person) and whatever snacks you may need. The hike was challenging but fun and took us about 4 hours with awesome views the whole way. When we finally made it down, Dannyboy had 2 cold piton beers and waters with the AC cranking and ready to take us back. We felt bad being so tired coming back but he was incredibly accommodating and we can’t imagine doing this experience without him.
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- St. Lucia Best Experience Tours & Airport Transfers
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please note that your driver for the day is not the same person who will hike with you. The Piton hike is conducted by certified guides assigned by the hiking foundation for safety reasons.
- Drivers will wait only 15 -30 mins after pickup time before leaving and you considered a No Show. No Refund.
- Guests staying in Soufrière or the South who have their own vehicle should not book this option, as transportation is included in the price.
- *For bookings involving two or more groups on the same day, whether from the same hotel or different locations, the service may or may not be shared. If you finish before the other party and prefer not to wait, transportation will be provided to take you back to your hotel.
How it compares in Cap Estate
- Its from-price is 31% below the median of the 225 experiences we list in Cap Estate.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 16 of 225.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Cap Estate
Cap Estate is a hilly headland at the northern tip of St Lucia, a quiet residential and resort district with a golf course and views towards Martinique.
Cap Estate occupies the northern tip of St Lucia, a hilly headland where the Caribbean Sea meets the Atlantic. It is mostly a residential and resort district of villas, small hotels and a golf course, with winding roads, tropical gardens and, on clear days, a view of Martinique across the channel to the north.
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