Gros Piton Hike with Dannyboy & Co.
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4.7/5
Based on 227 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Gros Piton Hike with Dannyboy & Co. worth booking?
Gros Piton Hike with Dannyboy & Co. is a 5-hour experience in Choc, St Lucia, from $50 per person. It scores 83 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 227 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 83 / 100
- Rating
- 4.7/5 (227)
- Duration
- 5 hours
- From
- $50 per person
It's only a 4-mile walk up and down the tree-covered symbol of Saint Lucia- that is, up a winding trail that climbs the steep, rain forest-covered slopes of a 2,619 foot volcanic mountain. Periodically, the trees give wa
What you get
About this experience
It's only a 4-mile walk up and down the tree-covered symbol of Saint Lucia- that is, up a winding trail that climbs the steep, rain forest-covered slopes of a 2,619 foot volcanic mountain. Periodically, the trees give way to breathtaking vistas of the emerald-green island and the too-blue waters of the Caribbean. Guides are mandatory, but full of knowledge. The caves once used as shelters by freedom fighters of the Brigand war, brightly colored tropical birds and lush vegetation that includes giant gommiers (used to make canoes), the smaller swizzlestick tree ( used to make swizzle sticks) and "peeling tourists" - trees with flaky brown bark that looks painfully familiar to anyone who's fallen asleep on the beach without sunblock.
What's included
Included
- Water for Hike & Cold Piton beer after
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Assistance coordinating forestry guide
- An island tour with historical insights and local knowledge.
- Driver waiting during your hike
- Port pickup and drop-off
- Driver / Tour Operator
Not included
- Lunch
- Entrance fees
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Coconut Bay Hotel
Coconut Bay Hotel Entrance Fees Are Not Included: $50 Per Person (To be paid before hiking) Booking Includes: Round-trip transportation and driver wait time. We remain on site until you complete your hike. Duration: 5 hours Water for Hike & Cold Beers Pickup included
Cruiseship Passengers
Ports: Pointe Seraphine La Place Carengae Entrance fees not included : $50 Per Person Water and beers Time Limitations: You MAY or MAY NOT be able to reach the summit of the Piton. We do not want you to feel disappointed in not being able to. Pickup included
Hotels/Villas Laborie Only
Booking Includes: Round-trip transportation and driver wait time. We remain on site until you complete your hike. Pickup included
Hotels/Villas Southwest-Souf
Short list of Hotels/Villas: Sugar Beach, Ladera, Stonefield,Green Fig Resort,Hotel Chocolat, La Haut, Fond Doux, etc Entrance Fees Are Not Included: $50 Per Person (To be paid before hiking) Booking Includes: Round-trip transportation and driver wait time. We remain on site until you complete your hike. Duration: 5 hours Water for Hike & Cold Beers Guests staying in Soufrière: Those who have their own vehicle should not book this option, as transportation is included in the price. Pickup included
Hotels/Villlas In the North
All Hotels/Villas in North: Sandals,St James Morgan Bay,Royalton,Starfish,Bay Gardens,Landings,Calabash Cove,Windjammer,TiKaye resort, Zoetry Resort, etc Entrance Fees Are Not Included: $50 Per Person (To be paid before hiking) Booking Includes : Round-trip transportation and driver wait time. We remain on site until you complete your hike. Duration: 5 hours Water for Hike & Cold Beers Additional Hotels in the North: Marigot Bay, Harbor Club, Caille Blanc, Bay Gardens Resorts, Coco Palm, Soco House, Calabash Cove Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- St. Lucia Best Experience Tours & Airport Transfers
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please note that your driver for the day is not the same person who will hike with you. The Piton hike is conducted by certified guides assigned by the hiking foundation for safety reasons.
- Drivers will wait only 15 -30 mins after pickup time before leaving and you considered a No Show. No Refund.
- Guests staying in Soufrière or the South who have their own vehicle should not book this option, as transportation is included in the price.
- *For bookings involving two or more groups on the same day, whether from the same hotel or different locations, the service may or may not be shared. If you finish before the other party and prefer not to wait, transportation will be provided to take you back to your hotel.
- **Cruise Ship Passengers*** Please note that due to time limitations. You MAY or MAY NOT be able to reach the summit of the Piton. We do not want you to feel disappointed in not being able to. We try our best to get everyone back to the ship in a timely manner.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 227 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Physical effort
7 mentionsExpect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
5 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
227 verified traveler reviews for Gros Piton Hike with Dannyboy & Co.. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
DannyBoy was a highlight of our honeymoon trip!
We LOVE Dannyboy!! He was so kind and greeted us with good vibes! He gave us plenty of water and free piton beers for after the hike. He is full of information about St. Lucia and our ride with him was one of the highlights of our trip! The hike was challenging but rewarding. Amazing views and so worth the climb! Wonderful opportunities for pictures of the pitons! We would recommend this excursion if you are looking for an adventure, a challenge, and good vibes all around!! Thank you DannyBoy!
via Viator
The Best Experience
I don't even know where to start! Before you finish reading, BOOK THIS excursion with Dannyboy! I not only had the opportunity to meet Danny but his colleague Lloyd as well and to say they were both kind and extremely knowledgeable would be an understatement. I just recently came back from St. Lucia and while I was there I wanted to hike the Piton mountains and wanted somebody to show me around as well as educate me on the culture and I could not asked for anybody better than Danny & Lloyd. My original booking was not until 8:00 P.M. the night before I wanted to do this lol as I was booking this last minute and called and Dannyboy himself answers and assures me his colleague Lloyd will be at my resort to get me at 6:00 A.M sharp to start the journey due to him being booked with a client already (Lloyd arrived at my resort 10 minutes early). Lloyd provided such a great experience that I actually ended up booking another trip with them the very next day. By the time I had got back with Lloyd he was then booked with a client which ultimately worked out perfect because I was then introduced to DANNYBOY! With the help of both of them my girlfriend and I were able to explore & hike the piton mountains, see the natural waterfalls, & explore the Sulfur Springs park.
via Viator
Honeymoon Hike
Dannyboy was an excellent guide for our excursion! He picked us up exactly when and where we expected, and he brought great enthusiasm and energy to our early morning drive. Along the drive, he taught us everything he knows about St. Lucia's history, landmarks, and anything else we had questions about. During the drive back, he continued to entertain any questions we had while also respecting that we were tired and wanted a nap on the way back! Regarding the excursion itself, the hike was definitely challenging, even for us as experienced hikers. The humidity and the steep incline of the climb made for a tough but beautiful hike. The admission fee is a bit expensive, but it is certainly worth it to hike once while in St. Lucia. The crowds were heavier near the bottom, then thinned out the higher you climbed as some people turned around before the top. Overall it is a great hike, you can expect it to take about 4-5 hours if not more. Make sure to have water and some sunscreen!
via Tripadvisor
Great time at and traveling to the pitons
Our driver was very knowledgeable and personable. He stopped along the way for some photos and picked us some mangoes.
via Tripadvisor
Rock Climb to Heaven was Hell! LOL
This was a great hike up one of the Pitons. Warning: please be in better shape than I was, only made it halfway up! This is not a normal trail path, but a rock climb! But even at halfway, the view is spectacular! The full climb takes about 4-5 hours...but it varies depending on speed and your ability to keep up with the guides, who are great assistants! Walking sticks are provided and definitely needed for your first go!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $50 to $260
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 79
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 83
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Gros Piton Hike with Dannyboy & Co.: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Choc.
How much does Gros Piton Hike with Dannyboy & Co. cost?
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Prices start at $50 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Choc usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Gros Piton Hike with Dannyboy & Co. take?
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Plan for about 5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Choc is not rushed.
Is Gros Piton Hike with Dannyboy & Co. worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 83 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 227 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Choc, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Gros Piton Hike with Dannyboy & Co.?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Gros Piton Hike with Dannyboy & Co. suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Gros Piton Hike with Dannyboy & Co.?
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Around 79 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Choc can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Choc and add a light layer if any part of the 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Gros Piton Hike with Dannyboy & Co. start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Choc within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Choc?
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On Outty we rank every Choc experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include St Lucia Diamond Mineral and Mud Baths Plus Waterfall Adventure, Rainforest Hike and Waterfall Safari, St. Lucia Land and Sea Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Choc?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Choc?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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