Excursion Heli-flightseeing over south island tour at Castries
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Experience a bird's eye view of the Pitons, rainforest and beautiful sandy beaches during this helicopter flight-seeing excursion.
There is no better way to enjoy St. Lucia's breathtaking scenery than from the air. This exhilarating 20-minute airborne experience ranks among the island's top sightseeing options.
A short transfer brings you to St. Lucia's Helipad at Vigie airport to board the helicopter and start your flightseeing adventure. Your aircraft flies over Castries Harbour and along the western shoreline of St. Lucia. The flight continues over Marigot Bay and heads south to Soufrière, where the majestic Pitons rise directly from the sea to the sky. The return flight takes you inland for a view of St. Lucia's volcanic hot springs and tropical rain forest. At the conclusion of your flight, return to the ship with the great feeling of having experienced St. Lucia in its entire natural splendor.
Points of interests
Points of interest seen on this excursion include: St. Lucia, Pitons, Rainforest, Beaches, South Island, Castries Harbour, Western St. Lucia, Marigot Bay, Soufrière, Volcanic Hot Springs
Note
Please note: This tour requires a minimum amount of walking; however guests must be able to climb in and out of a helicopter. Operation of this tour depends on weather conditions. Participation in this tour is limited to 12 guests. Seating is at the discretion of the pilot and there may be a weight restriction of 220 pounds (100 kilograms). Flight is in 6-passenger helicopters with a minimum of six guests per helicopter. Flight time is approximately 20 minutes. The configuration of seating leaves one seat not next to a window. Seating assignments are done by weight and balance of the aircraft and a window seat cannot be guaranteed. Don't forget to bring your camera.