Boasting rugged mountains, verdant rainforests and pristine coastlines, Saint Lucia is a stunningly scenic place for a mountain biking adventure. Heading out on a bike is a great way to see as many of the island’s diverse landscapes as you can in a short time period.
Country Code:
+1
Best time to visit:
December to June
Currency:
East Caribbean dollar (XCD)
Language:
English, Saint Lucian Creole, French
How to get there:
Any trip to Saint Lucia begins with a flight into Hewanorra International Airport (UVF). Most guides will opt to meet you here or at your hotel, which can easily be reached by taxi or shuttle
What’s the weather like?
Saint Lucia enjoys average daily temperatures between 26 ºC and 28 ºC (79 ºF to 82 ºF) throughout the year. Rain is less common but not infrequent outside of the hurricane season, with an average of 75 millimeters to 125 millimeters (3 to 4.9 inches) falling each month
Covering just 617 square kilometers (238 square miles), Saint Lucia is one of the smallest countries on earth. In spite of this small size, the island boasts kilometers of mountain biking trails to explore. Aside from the aforementioned Sault Falls, there are plenty of other great places to head out cycling as well. Among the most popular is the Anse Mamin Plantation. The 240-hectare (6000-acre) eighteenth-century plantation boasts 13 kilometers (8 miles) of trails to explore, taking you past the ruins of the old buildings and through plenty of beautiful tropical vegetation to a scenic overlook. Going with a local guide gives you the chance to learn about the interesting history and rich culture of this mini melting pot as well as see some native plant and animal species. Saint Lucia is not an LGBTQ-friendly country
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