St Lucia Customize Private Island Tour in Gros Islet
Gros Islet, St Lucia

St Lucia Customize Private Island Tour

Outty Ranking 82 4.6 · 687 traveler reviews4 hoursFrom $125

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Is St Lucia Customize Private Island Tour worth booking?

St Lucia Customize Private Island Tour is a 4-hour experience in Gros Islet, St Lucia, from $125 per person. It scores 82 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 687 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
82 / 100
Rating
4.6/5 (687)
Duration
4 hours
From
$125 per person

Spend 5 to 6 hours touring the beautiful Island of St Lucia on a private customized tour, where you can experience everything local the island has to offer. Here are some options you can choose from as places you can vis

What you get

    About this experience

    Spend 5 to 6 hours touring the beautiful Island of St Lucia on a private customized tour, where you can experience everything local the island has to offer. Here are some options you can choose from as places you can visit. (NB. Please select the most important places of your interest to indicate to your Driver / Tour Guide). Visit the Caribbean's only "drive-in" volcano, the twin peak pitons and the most beautiful bay in the whole Caribbean (Marigot Bay). View the Governor General Mansion, local fishing villages, and the largest banana plantation on the island. Enjoy beach time, waterfalls, free rum tasting, shopping, the Botanical Gardens, Tet Paul Nature Trail, Morne Coubaril and much more! During the tour a limited amount of refreshments will be provided for your convenience and the tour can be customized to anything clients wish to visit that is along the way.

    What's included

    Included

    • Bottled water
    • Alcoholic beverages
    • Private tour
    • In-vehicle air conditioning
    • Cruise port pickup
    • Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
    • Carbonated beverages

    Not included

    • Lunch
    • Entrance fees
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    What you'll see and do

    1. St. Lu Taxi and Tours

      Meeting with driver/tour guide

      10 minutes here

    2. Castries Market

      Driving through the Castries market with a brief history given by the guide about the market

      15 minutes here

    3. Derek Walcott Square

      Driving through the area with the Derek Walcott square and Cathedral, and viewing other historical places in the area with history given by the guide.

      15 minutes here

    4. Morne Fortune

      Elevated view of the city area and the extreme northern part of the island, inclusive the cruise port, the airport, etc. Then a view of the governor general house.

      20 minutes here

    5. Inniskilling Monument

      This is where you have a view of the old barracks from the time of war, which was transformed into our community college and also seeing our national plant called "The Calabash Tree".

      15 minutes here

    6. Marigot Bay

      An elevated view of one of the most beautiful bays in the entire caribbean and also where they filmed part of the original movie "Dr Doolittle", and where the British won the French for the island.

      15 minutes here

    7. Roseau Beach

      Stopping by one of the largest banana plantation on the island, with a full explanation of the process the bananas go through and the history about the banana plantation.

      15 minutes here

    8. Anse La Raye

      Driving through the village to see what a typical caribbean village looks like and stopping to get an elevated view of the village.

      15 minutes here

    9. Anse Cochon Beach

      Stopping in the area for free rum sampling of about 20 different types of local rum made on the island and sampling of other local products and spices made on the island also, ie. banana ketchup (which taste like honey mustard), banana bbq sauce, garlic sauce and many others,

      25 minutes here

    10. Canaries

      Driving through the local fishing village, also getting a history about the village from the guide and stopping to get an elevated view of the village.

      15 minutes here

    11. Edmund Forest Reserve

      Driving on the outskirts of the rainforest reserve and stopping to get the first beautiful view of the twin peak pitons.

      15 minutes here

    12. Soufriere Bay

      Stopping to get an elevated view of the town of Soufriere, which was first conquered by the Frensch in the time of war. From that view, there is the view of the pitons and the volcano a distance away., we will also be driving through the town and being given the history of the town by driver/guide.

      15 minutes here

    13. La Soufriere Drive-In Volcano

      Clients will be doing a tour of the volcano area, see the boiling sulphur water and doing the mudbath.

      30 minutes here · Admission not included

    14. Diamond Falls Botanical Gardens

      Clients will be doing a tour of the Botanical gardens, where they will be seeing all the different kind of plants the island has and in there you get to see the Diamond waterfall, where part of the movie "Romance in the stone" will filmed.

      30 minutes here · Admission not included

    15. Toraille Waterfall

      This where clients will be enjoying a fresh bath from the cool waterfall which is flowing from the rainforest area.

      20 minutes here · Admission not included

    16. Soufriere Bay

      Clients will be going to the Still Beach restaurant at the bay area to have a buffet style local lunch, with the view of the beach and the piton right in front. After lunch clients will be heading back to where they were originally picked up.

      30 minutes here · Admission not included

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    St. Lu Taxi And Tours

    Know before you go

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
    • Dress code is smart casual
    • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
    • Provide Hotel Information For Pickup

    Photos

    Marigot BaySt Lucia Customize Private Island Tour in Gros Islet, photo 3Petit Piton ViewSt Lucia Customize Private Island Tour in Gros Islet, photo 5After having a great local lunchSt Lucia Customize Private Island Tour in Gros Islet, photo 7

    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 687 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    7 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    6 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Photo opportunities

    3 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Pace and timing

    2 mentions

    Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.

    Traveler reviews

    687 verified traveler reviews for St Lucia Customize Private Island Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

    5 star
    568
    4 star
    44
    3 star
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    2 star
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    1 star
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    danaj185 · June 2026

    Scenic Views

    We did the 6-hour tour. Pick up was at 8:30am. It took about 2 hours to get to the south side with the morning rush hour traffic. The south part of the island has most of the excursions, such as ATV, zipping, chocolate factory, and waterfalls. We were able to visit the Toraille Waterfall, stop to see views of the Pitons, stop at a cocoa plantation, and then have lunch at the Mango Tree Restaurant. Then we drove about 1 1/2 hours back to the Windjammer. The roads are very winding, so not good for anyone who gets carsick. There were plenty of opportunities to buy souvenirs along the way and nice scenic areas to take pictures.

    via Tripadvisor

    Frank_T · May 2026

    Great day

    Herman was a great guide who took us to all the places we wanted to see. Never in a rush and ample of time at all destinations. Highly recommend

    via Viator

    Alvin_R · May 2026

    We did a custom tour and...

    We did a custom tour and it worked great. Kernel did a wonderful job and was very knowledgeable. We were highly satisfied.

    via Viator

    tom_l · May 2026

    Tom/Jan

    Really good tour guide with flexible schedule. You can be assured of a very informative and enjoyable experience.

    via Viator

    Niel_R · May 2026

    Justina is the best!

    Justina was fantastic as was the gentleman who arranged for the reservation and took payment. Justina arrived on time understanding our desires and immediately launched into a tour that included history lessons, descriptions of the area, it's buildings, people, agriculture, etc. She knew exactly where to stop at locations for us to take pictures without needing to be asked. And at the local attractions, explained what to expect, the best way to enjoy it, and how to purchase tickets. We would have missed so much without her and instead of avoiding crowds would have been forced into large groups with time limits set for us.

    via Viator

    Good to know

    Duration
    4 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    240
    Verdict
    Exceptional

    Why this scores 82

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)72
    Review evidence (18% weight)100
    Booking momentum (14% weight)100
    Value for money (12% weight)75
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)41
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    St Lucia Customize Private Island Tour: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Gros Islet.

    How much does St Lucia Customize Private Island Tour cost?

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    Prices start at $125 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Gros Islet usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does St Lucia Customize Private Island Tour take?

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    Plan for about 4 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 Gros Islet is not rushed.

    Is St Lucia Customize Private Island Tour worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 82 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 687 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Gros Islet, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule St Lucia Customize Private Island Tour?

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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 St Lucia Customize Private Island Tour suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book St Lucia Customize Private Island Tour?

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    Around 240 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 Gros Islet 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 Gros Islet and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does St Lucia Customize Private Island Tour 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 Gros Islet 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 Gros Islet?

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    On Outty we rank every Gros Islet 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, Private Full Day Charter: St Lucia Boat Tour to Soufriere. 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 Gros Islet?

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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 Gros Islet?

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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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