The twin conical peaks of Petit Piton (elevation 2,460 feet) and Gros Piton (elevation 2,619 feet) are among the most noteworthy landmarks on St. Lucia. Cruising in the Pitons is certainly magic to the eyes of cruisers heading south to St. Vincent and the Grenadines, marking an entry into the charm of the Eastern Caribbean. Just north of Petit Piton is the small town of Soufriére (it shares the name of the nearby dormant volcano, the only one in the world it’s possible to drive a car right inside!). Creole buildings with gingerbread trim and balconies overlooking the lanes and streets give the place an Old World ambience. Enjoy window shopping and dining out. Both scenic and accommodating to boaters, the waters around the Pitons are part of the Soufriére Marine Management Area and a highlight of yachting in the Pitons.
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Moorings are available at numerous locations. Anchoring is permitted only in certain locations.
Dinghy dockage: Dinghy docks are plentiful.
There are many restaurants along the shore and in town. The most elegant is the Hummingbird Restaurant at Hummingbird Resort. Sulfur Springs, the volcanically heated waters of Diamond Baths and its surrounding tropical gardens, guided hiking tours in the rain forest near Morne Fond St. Jacques (stop by the Soufriére Marine Management office in town for more information), Maho waterfalls, and the Jalousie Plantation (part of Sunswept Resorts) are among the attractions in and around Soufriére.
Fuel, water, ice, provisions, taxicabs, car rentals, and Internet access are available.
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