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Private Half Day Charter: St Lucia Boat Tour to Soufriere

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St Lucia Boat Tour to Soufriere Half Day Private Charter

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up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

1 to 4 hours
Pickup offered
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Offered in: English

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Overview

One of the best ways to explore St. Lucia is by boat and this private charter helps you to avoid the crowds. Cruise along the west coast of the island and spend half a day taking in the scenic views of fishing villages, the Pitons, beaches, and bays. Hop off the boat to do some swimming, search for local wildlife with provided snorkel gear, or simply sunbathe on deck.

Enjoy an open bar of beer, rum punch, and soft drinks
Select from a morning or afternoon cruise
Choose from two boat sizes to suit your group
A private boat means a personalized experience

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only with docks)
Local guide
Pickup and drop-off at Castries cruise ship port
Alcoholic beverages (beer & rum punch)
Bottled water
Use of Snorkeling equipment
Soda/Pop

Lunch - good local and reasonably priced options can be recommended
Fuel surcharge $30 USD payable on the day of the tour in USD or ECD
Optional shore excursion entrance fees (Sulphur Springs $11 USD pp / Piton Waterfall $3 USD pp
Taxi for optional shore excursions (pricing on request)

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Meeting point

Rodney Bay Marina, St Lucia

Pickup points

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Start time

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Opening hours

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End point

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Pickup details

For cruise ship passengers arriving into Pointe Seraphine. When you leave the cruise ship you will enter a welcome area in the terminal. From here please turn left. You will pass some shops. Please walk to the end where we will be waiting at a dock adjacent to the Rum Therapy Bar. For cruise ship passengers arriving on the town side (La Place Carenage), when you leave the ship, please turn left once you are on the dock and meet us at the dock by the Arcade (only a short walk). We can pick up stay over guests from hotels and villas that have a dock. Otherwise, we meet guests in the Rodney Bay Marina, where the boats are moored.

What To Expect

Anse La Raye (Pass By)

Canaries (Pass By)

Pitons (Pass By)

Jalousie Beach

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Anse Chastanet Beach and Reef

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Marigot Bay

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
Not wheelchair accessible

Refunds will not be issued if tour is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship. However, most late arrivals can be accommodated as all tours are private. If a non arriving cruise ship is re-scheduled and we have availability, the tour can be moved to a new date.
Cruise ship passengers please provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time.
Stayover visitors please let us know where you are staying. If you hotel / villa has a dock we can pick you up from there. Otherwise we will meet in the Rodney Bay Marina where the boats are moored.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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Reviews

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Good experience left us feeling uneasy

Wesley_K, May 2024

At the end of the trip they walked me to an ATM so I could pull out more money to give them a larger tip. I handed out a lot of tips while in St Lucia but this was the only time a guide counted the tip in front of me and let me know it wasnt enough. I hadn't anticipated how much cash I was going to be giving out that day but between their buddies who swam up beside the boat asking for money, cash needed for lunch, cash required for an extra fuel charge and the tip, I gave them all the cash I had on me and they wanted more. This was the most expensive excursion we did which we did enjoy but I don't like paying the booking agent then being required to pay an extra cash fee to the guide then also them wanting a significant tip. That left us with an uneasy feeling even though we did enjoy the boat ride, beaches and snorkling. Next time we will find a different way to get to the beaches and go snorkling.

Most Beautiful Place in the Caribbean

Jama_W, Mar 2024

6 of us enjoyed our Day with Israel King tours. We had an amazing day!! They Took us to 2 different beaches. We were able to do some fun snorkeling. Then we had lunch on the beach from a local cook. Such an amazing Island to see from the water! We enjoyed every moment. We are so greatful our cruise excursions were sold out! They guys really showed us a great time! Highly recommend this them!

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Hi Jama Thanks so much for the wonderful review. We are pleased you enjoyed your tour with us. As you highlight a private boat tour is a great way to see the best of St. Lucia in a day. Thanks so much for the recommendation and for choosing us for your tour!

I highly recommend this tour. What a great way to experience the island!

Preston_H, Feb 2024

This private tour was both fun and highly informative. Our most capable captain-Glen-and first mate-Cummie, were happy to show us whatever was of interest to us. Our highlights were swimming at Sugar Beach and walking around Soufriere.

Response from Host, Feb 2024

Hi Preston Thanks for your wonderful review. We are pleased you enjoyed your private tour with us and thank you for taking your tour with us.

We had the best day!

Michelle_J, Jan 2024

This tour was hands down the best excursion we’ve ever done. Titus and his nephew Cummie were fantastic guides. They were so kind and knowledgeable about the island. We had a blast with them. We cruised along the coastline, saw Marigot Bay, stopped to get a delicious local lunch, and snorkeled in 3 amazing spots. Our last stop was Sugar beach between the Pitons which was the highlight for me. It was the best way to see the Pitons and a lot of the island. We never felt rushed, and we were able to spend as much or little time as we wanted at each stop. It was also nice to have a private tour and not be on a packed boat. We can’t wait to come back to St. Lucia and would book this tour again!

Response from Host, Jan 2024

Hi Michelle Thanks so much for your wonderful review. We are so pleased this was your best ever excursion! Our staff really do go above and beyond for our guests and we look forward to welcoming you back one day. Thanks for choosing us for your tour!

Best excursion ever!

Robert_D, Jan 2024

Book this trip! This was by far our favorite day on the island! My husband, daughter (14) and I had the absolute best time! Jerome and Chris were so wonderful and knowledgeable and just made the trip! The snorkeling and sightseeing were phenomenal and we even got to taste the local cuisine made by the captains family members, which was delicious! This boat trip made our vacation, I would highly recommend as it is the best way to see the island!

Response from Host, Jan 2024

Hi Robert Thanks for your great review! We are pleased our tour was your favourite day of your vacation. Many thanks for your recommendation and for choosing us for your tour!

Fantastic!

Marisa_T, Jan 2024

Titus and his nephew were amazing guides. They took us to beautiful locations on the island and got great photos for us. We ended the tour with traditional/local style lunch which was the best meal we’ve had so far on this trip. Highly recommend. Those 2 do a fantastic job

Response from Host, Jan 2024

Hi Marisa Thanks for the wonderful review. We are pleased you had a fantastic day. Our staff really go above and beyond and the local lunch is a firm favourite with everyone! Thanks for choosing us for your tour!

Amazing day on the water in St. Lucia! 🐠

Corray_C, Sep 2023

We were greeted on time at our resort by Jarome & Chris. Karen was extremely helpful during the booking process. Private boat excursions are the best part of our trips to Caribbean but this one exceeded our expectations. Snorkeling at Sugar Beach between the Pitons was the highlight of our trip. The local lunch was an unexpected perk. Thanks again for a day we will never forget! Corray & Chris 🇨🇦

Response from Host, Oct 2023

Hi Corray and Chris Thanks so much for your wonderful review. We are pleased you enjoyed your private tour with us. Your review really highlights the benefits of a private tour and our crew always endeavour to go above and beyond. Thanks for choosing us for your tour!

What a fantastic trip

Ross_W, Jul 2023

What a fantastic trip - can really highly recommend! 5 stars to Jerome & Chris - for a personal and very friendly touch - thx again for also locating the dolphins on our way down. 😀

Response from Host, Jul 2023

Hi Ross Thanks so much for your great review! We are pleased you had a fantastic tour with Jerome and Chris. Thanks for choosing us for your tour!

Must do tour in St Lucia!!

Luciana_R, May 2023

We had the most AMAZING time on this tour! Our two tour guides were amazing, knowledgeable, and took us to the absolute BEST snorkeling spots - and the best part is we were not rushed anywhere, we could take our time exploring and when we were done they’d come get us. MUST DO!

Response from Host, May 2023

Hi Luciana Thanks so much for your wonderful review. Your review really highlights the benefit of a private tour, in that you are never rushed and the itinerary is flexible. Thanks for the recommendation and for choosing us for your tour!

Best part of the trip for me!

Beverly_A, May 2023

We did the afternoon cruise with Titus and Cummie and it was absolutely amazing. The only complaint is that it ended. I would totally do this again, recommend it to anyone and request this fantastic duo team again. I was in happy tears throughout this experience.

Response from Host, May 2023

Hi Beverly Thanks so much for this great review. We are pleased you had such a wonderful afternoon with Titus and Cummie onboard Israel King! Our crew really do above and beyond to give everyone a great tour! Thanks for choosing us for your tour.

Great experience from beginning to end

Ben_T, Apr 2023

Fantastic experience with Titus! Could not recommend more highly if you’re looking for a boat tour with a personal touch. Super flexible and relaxed!

Response from Host, Apr 2023

Hi Ben Thanks very much for your great review. We are pleased you enjoyed your tour with Titus onboard Israel King. Thanks for choosing us!

Excellent boat ride. The...

Lee_S, Apr 2023

Excellent boat ride. The captain and guide were very knowledgeable and we throughly enjoyed the day.

Response from Host, Apr 2023

Hi Lee Thanks so much for the great review. We are pleased you enjoyed your private tour with us. Thanks for choosing us for your tour.

Sea tour to Soufriere

Tyrel_J, Apr 2023

Really enjoyed seeing the Pitons and the different beaches along the southern coast of St Lucia. The snorkeling was great as well. Titus and his nephew were amazing hosts!

Response from Host, Apr 2023

Hi Tyrel Thanks for the great review. We are pleased you enjoyed your private tour with us and the snorkeling. Our crews always go above and beyond to make each tour special for our guests! Thanks for choosing us for your boat tour.

Great private boating tour!

Jo_A, Feb 2023

Jerome and Chris did a fantastic job of taking us around the island and stopping at several snorkeling spots. They were friendly, accommodating and flexible.

Response from Host, Feb 2023

Hi Jo Many thanks for the great review. We are pleased you had a fantastic tour with Jerome and Chris onboard Israel King II. Thanks for choosing us for your boat tour!

Ahh the Cliff Jump!

James_C, Feb 2023

Fantastic morning excursion. We were able to create our destinations, choosing three fishing villages to snorkel! Lunch was delicious. Guides we easy and very interesting to listen to about the history of villages. Our trip included jumping fr a cliff-amazing and just a perfect morning on the water!

Response from Host, Feb 2023

Hi James Thanks for the great review. We are pleased you enjoyed your customised private half day tour, with snorkeling, lunch and cliff jumping. The latter is at guest's own risk. Thanks for choosing us for your boat tour!

Had a great local lunch,...

Luke_R, Jan 2023

Had a great local lunch, wonderful snorkeling spots and the views are unbeatable from the boat! I would highly recommend!

Response from Host, Jan 2023

Hi Luke Thanks for the great review. We are pleased you enjoyed your private tour onboard Israel King II, and the local lunch which is a firm favourite with all our guests. Thanks for choosing us for your boat tour!

Amazing

Melonye_E, Jun 2022

Titus and Chris were great. Favorite day of the trip. I would definitely recommend to all groups. We had our kids ages 5-11.

Response from Host, Jun 2022

Hi Melonye Thanks very much for your great review. We are pleased our private tour was the best day of your vacation! Thanks for choosing us for your private boat tour.

Perfect boat trip of St Lucia

Eliza_B, May 2022

Our trip with Glen and Chris was great! We rented a boat for a half a day. We had such a wonderful boat ride from Gros Islet to Souffriere to the Pitons. They took us snorkeling and showed us the local sites. We ate lunch cooked by Glen's mother in Souffriere. The rum punch and cold beers and water were perfect!! We snorkeled at the base of the Pitons and enjoyed a private black sand beach. We could not have asked for a better excursion on our trip to St. Lucia!

Response from Host, May 2022

Hi Eliza Thanks so much for you great review. We are pleased you enjoyed your half day private tour with Glen and Chris onboard Israel King. Thanks for choosing us for your tour!

Great experience with our...

Karen_M, Feb 2022

Great experience with our very helpful guide/driver Titus snorkelling seeing the Pitons and lunch in Marigot Bay

Response from Host, Feb 2022

Hi Karen Thanks for the great review! We are pleased you enjoyed your private tour with Titus. Thanks for choosing us for your boat tour in St. Lucia!

Incredible day on the water!

Sarah_B, Nov 2021

Incredible trip with Glen and Chris! They made my partner and I feel like family and had the best time!

Response from Host, Nov 2021

Hi Sarah Thanks so much for wonderful review. We are pleased you enjoyed your private tour with Glen and Chris. Thank you for choosing us for your boat tour!