The town of Soufriere is located on the West coast of Saint Lucia.
This is a popular town to choose on the Caribbean island for a destination wedding because a couple can get married on the beach with the breathtaking Pitons in the background.
Soufriere is where many of Saint Lucia’s most famous attractions are.
The Pitons and the drive-in volcano are two of the most popular. There are also several rainforests in this area and wedding guests with love the beautiful natural waterfalls!
If you’re planning your destination wedding in Soufriere, provide your traveling guests with a list of local things to do and see. This will give them some ideas for when they have free time to do what interests them. Although they are visiting the island for your wedding, they’ll most likely stay longer.
Sulphur Springs
Sulphur Springs, also known as the only drive-in volcano in the world, is a must see when you’re in Saint Lucia! It’s a huge crater where black hot water provides a nice mud bath for locals and tourists. They mud bath is said to be great for your skin!
This is one of the best activities for Soufriere wedding groups and definitely a unique and once in a lifetime experience. It’ll make for some laughs, memories and amazing pictures! It’s known to be one of the highlights of the trip.
Waterfalls
Another great aspect of Soufriere, Saint Lucia are the waterfalls! Take a day to just enjoy the natural beauty of the Caribbean island. Three of the most popular waterfalls in this town are Diamond Waterfalls, Piton Falls and Toraille Waterfall.
Diamond Waterfalls is a short walk down the trail from the botanical garden. The crystal clear water is great for a photo opportunity with friends and family! Colorful mineral deposits are on the rocks behind the falls which makes it look even more breathtaking. Definitely bring your camera!
The Piton Falls are almost like a hot spring and unlike the Diamond Waterfalls, you can actually go in and take a dip. There are a few places to sit in the falls carved out of stone! It’s such a nice experience and a beautiful sight to see.
The Toraille Waterfalls flow 50 feet over a cliff and into a pool in the center of a gorgeous garden! Enjoy a back massage under the pressure of the falls or a nice dip. When you get out, you can enjoy a walk through the garden!
Diamond Botanical Gardens
The Diamond Botanical Gardens is where the Diamond Waterfalls is located. It’s just an all around breathtaking place that Soufriere wedding groups will want to see! It’s recommended to have a tour guide when you visit so you can learn all about the different plants and fruits.
The Botanical Gardens is very scenic and a nice representation of Saint Lucia and its natural beauty. You can enjoy the gardens, waterfalls and maybe even a mud bath all in one visit!
Tet Paul Nature Trail
Nature lovers will also enjoy the Tet Paul Nature Trail! The hike is easy to moderate and about 45 minutes long. On your way up you’ll see some of the most beautiful views of Saint Lucia. You’ll also see plenty of exotic fruits, plants and trees.
Hiking the Tet Paul Nature Trail is really a must do for Soufriere wedding groups! It also provides great photo opportunities and the best view of the Pitons. Again, to get the most out of your experience, you may want to go on a tour so the guide can provide you with knowledge as you walk the trail.
Scuba Diving
For those interested in exploring the waters of Saint Lucia, scuba diving is a great activity to do. Soufriere Marine Management Area is a protected strip of reef with amazing different coral formations. It’s one of the best locations in Soufriere to dive!
The coastline of Soufriere Marine Management Area is also gorgeous, so if there are non-divers in the group, they’ll still enjoy the trip. Snorkeling is also an option here.
Biking Trail
For wedding guests that would rather spend time on land during their stay in Soufriere, going on a bike ride is a wonderful way to see everything the island has to offer. The two best biking trails in this town are Aqua Dulce Trail and French Wall Trail.
Aqua Dulce Trail winds along the route of an old sugar plantation! The first part of the ride is with a guide and then you’re free to be more on your own. French Wall Trail is a handmade stone wall that marks out a recommended bike route. Both routes are enjoyable and scenic!
Soufriere is a popular area in Saint Lucia for a destination wedding because there are so many things to do here and it’s where most of the popular attractions are located. Wedding guests with love everything this Caribbean island has to offer and won’t want to leave!