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St Vincent Leeward coast includes.
St Vincent is the ideal location for nature lovers, scuba divers and hikers. There are various tours you can take in comfortable buses, challenging hikes to the top of La Soufriere volcano, there are many amazing opportunities to enjoy on this first class island destination – pay a visit to tropical gardens, go bird watching, relax at a cricket match or relive scenes from Pirates of The Caribbean. There are numerous possibilities.
Beaches.
There are black sand as well as white sand beaches in St Vincent, where you can explore or relax and soak up the sun under beautiful palm trees.
St Vincent on the Leeward Coast
Here, you will discover dramatic waterfalls, Amerindian petroglyphs, picturesque views, forest covered mountain ridges and deep gorges, view where “Pirates of the Caribbean” was filmed, you can even walk around the set.
Buccament Bay is such a haven, with a black sand beach, coconut trees, a calm clear blue sea for swimming and many more attractions that are a must see.
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Dramatic waterfalls. Amerindian petroglyphs, picturesque views, forest covered mountain ridges and deep gorges, view where "Pirates of the Caribbean" was filmed, walk around the set.
Buccament Bay is such a haven, with a black sand beach, coconut trees, a calm clear blue sea for swimming and many more attractions that are a must see.
Falls of Baleine.
At the very northern tip of the leeward coast, masked by steep cliffs and volcanic coastal formations, is the Falls of Baleine. This 60 foot waterfall descends into a rocky pool. Although it is difficult to reach, especially in heavy swells, the Falls of Baleine is a unique natural attraction. You can visit it by Boat Tour, but can also be accessed by a long and exposed coastal trail from the settlement of Fancy.
Island tours.
Organised bus excursions are a great way to discover St Vincent. The operators offer a range of tours to fit in with your particular interest. There are trips to the Mesopotamia Valley, Owia Salt Pond, Dark View Falls, Vermont Nature Trail, or Fort Charlotte. Many tours will also incorporate locations that were used for the filming of the blockbuster movie “Pirates of The Caribbean, Curse of The Black Pearl”. Sites and film sets can be enjoyed at Wallilabou and Black Point.
WATERSPORTS.
Hobie Cat sailing, windsurfing and snorkelling are all available in St. Vincent. If you feel more adventurous, a kayaking trip to the Bat Cave on the Leeward coast makes for an exciting adventure.
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TROPICAL GARDENS IN ST. VINCENT.For gardening and natural history enthusiasts St Vincent has so much to offer. Take a trip to the wonderful Mesopotamia Valley, a beautiful landscape of farmlands and gardens. Enjoy a leisurely a stroll around the magnificently vibrant Montreal Gardens where pathways that take you through a maze of colourful flora. Stroll through lush 20 acres of the oldest Botanical Gardens in the western hemisphere, and experience the diversity of our habitats at the Vermont Nature Trail.
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ST. VINCENT HIKING
Whether you feel like a short, easy stroll or want the challenge of more strenuous treks, St.Vincent has something for you. Rewarding destinations include picturesque rivers and waterfalls such as Dark View Falls and Trinity Falls, as well as forest hikes such as the Vermont Nature Trail and the Cumberland Nature Trail.
For many, a hiking trip to St Vincent would not be complete without a visit to the summit of the awe-inspiring La Soufriere volcano.
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ST. VINCENT EVENTS
There's no place like St. Vincent for an intoxicating blend of colourful street parties, heritage festivals, wonderful music, dance and a mesmerising array of theatre and performing arts. Let your hair down at our annual Vincy Mas, a lively carnival celebration that is great fun for all the family. Picture to the left is where they filemed 'The PoftC'
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