EXPLORE THE RAINFOREST
FIND OUT WHY EVERY DAY IS AN ADVENTURE:
The Ideal Environment for relaxation of mind and body
The Forest and Lands Department maintains a number of trails that allow St.
Lucians and visitors to explore and experience the rainforest.
NOTE: No one is allowed
on these trails without the expressed permission from the Forest Department. For more information call the Forestry Department at telephone # 758-468-5645/5648/5649 or your tour representative. Remember to wear suitable shoes for hiking.
UNION NATURE TRAIL, MEDICINAL HERB GARDEN, WILDLIFE COLLECTION AND INTERPRETIVE CENTRE 
 Come spend some time with nature on a looped trail which takes you through
a secondary dry forest in just about an hour. Many dominant tree species which thrive here, are still utilized. Pretty birds can be spotted along the trail such as humming birds, finches, warblers etc.
Discover the unbelievable magic and wonders of important herbs in the
medicinal herb garden. Bush medicines are becoming an increasing form of alternative therapy. It is quite possible that you may find out about your long-looked for remedy here. To
complement your trail experience, satisfy your curiosity with close-ups of some indigenous and a few exotic wildlife of our small collection of animals. (Popularly known as the Union Mini zoo).
An Interpretive Centre provides you with information on endangered species, vegetation zones and the forest. It
takes ten-fifteen minutes drive form most hotels in the north to get to this trail. This is a half day tour.
 THE ENBAS SAUT FALLS TRAIL
This trail is within the Central Rainforest Reserve; six miles East of Soufriere at the foot of
the highest mountain peak (Mount Gimie) in St. Lucia.
The Enbas Saut Falls Trail is 4km long. Remote, wild and unbelievably scenic, with a
combination of Rainforest, Cloud forest, Elfin woodlands and wildlife. Perhaps an opportunity to capture the elusive St. Lucian Parrot (Amazona versicolor), The St. Lucia
Oriole, St. Lucia Black Finch, Blue Hooded Euphonia, and the Mountain Whistler.
The hilly terrain of Piton Canarie, Piton Troumasse and Mount Gimie stands predominant not too far from the
trail. Enbas saut when translated to English means "below the falls." Thus the trail is most famous for its two
cascading waterfalls and pools at the head of the Troumasse river. It is rated Moderate to Strenuous.
DES CARTIES RAINFOREST
The experience of a botanical paradise. Get off at Mahaut to explore St. Lucia’s most hidden lush rainforest. Explore the possibility of seeing the rare St. Lucia Parrot (JACQUOT). Trek
through the ultimate rainforest and view the wonderful verdant forest, discover many of St. Lucia’s endemic wildlife as you walk this two kilometers trail. It takes one and a half hours
from Castries to get to this reserve. This is a full day tour.
EDMUND FOREST RESERVE
 In just over three and a half hours a guide from the Forest
and Lands Department would have taken you through the heart of the island into the forest reserve on the Western side of the island, to experience some of nature pristine opportunities.
As one treks along, one can see numerous plants such as bromeliads, orchids,
mushrooms, lianes and others can be seen attached to their host, sitting on large buttress roots or branches, on the spondy forest or even cascading the
sides of the trail. At intervals you are able to take long distance views of the Caribbean Sea. Emerging from the
dark shade of the forest as you continue your walk westward of the island in the open, a magnificent view of Mt. Gimie, St. Lucia’s highest peak, fills the eyes along the scenic natural beauty extending northwards.
BARRE DE L’ISLE TRAIL
 The Barre de L’isle Forest Reserve gets its name from the fact that it is a ridge that divides
the Eastern and Western halves of St. Lucia. It takes approximately on hour to walk this one mile trail and another hour to climb Mt. La Combe ridge.
The Barre de L’isle trail provides panoramic views of certain parts of the island from four
lookout points along the trail. Observe the mystic view of the ragged Mount Gimie and the blue green mountain rainforest from a distance. One can see Cul-de-Sac valley and the
Caribbean Sea from a vantage point, and a commanding view of the community of Aux Leon, viewing the expansive Mabouya Valley and Fond d’Or beach on the Atlantic coast.
FORESTIERRE RAINFOREST TRAIL
 The Forestierre Trail is only (30) thirty minutes away from the City of Castries, and is situated in the community of Forestierre. The trail is part of an Old French Road, which
traverses through mature pristine rainforest. Perhaps some of the most distinctive features on this trail are the abundance of large spectacular figtrees, ephytes, and ferns. This (5)
kilometer long trail begins as a gentle downward slope through natural, dense foliage meandering among l’encens trees (protuim attenatum) that produces a white sap with a highly
astringent smell. Also common is the majestic chataignier tree, which is supported by a system of elegant buttresses spreading around its base like the gentle folds of a regal gown. The
walk back to the main road allows time for peaceful reflection and simple enjoyment of nature’s green botanical wonder.
MILLET BIRD SANCTUARY TRAIL
 Located inthe heartland of St. Lucia, the Millet Bird Sanctuary Trail is a haven
for birdlife. Over 30 species of birds can be found there, including five endemic species: The St. Lucia Black Finch, St. Lucia Parrot, St. Lucia Warbler, St. Lucia Oriole and St. Lucia Pewee.
It takes approximately one hour to complete the 1.75 miles walk which is
moderate to strenuous, and perched at about 1000 feet above sea level. The trail provides a breathtaking view of the John Compton Dam, which is the
largest in the Eastern Caribbean, at 2 kilometere long with an output capacity of 6.3 million gallons of water daily.
Come and experience nature, relax and take away memories that will remain with you for a lifetime.
BIRD WATCHING
 Bird watching tours can be arranged with the Forest and Lands Department. Visitors can observe some of St. Lucia’s rare indigenous species, The colourful
St. Lucia Oriole, White breasted Thrasher, Lesser Antillian Peewee, St. Lucia Wren and many other tropical endemic birds. The following areas are recommended for your Bird watching excursion
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Piton Flore Reserve
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North
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Grand Anse
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North
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Edmund Forest reserve
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West
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Millet Bird Sanctuary
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West
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Bois d’Orange Swamp
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North
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Eau Piquant Pond
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South
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Boriel’s Pond
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South
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