Welcome to Saint Lucia

Hiking, snorkeling, diving, sunbathing and more make up most days on Saint Lucia, a staggeringly lush, eastern Caribbean island. marked by its iconic Piton spires, the island exudes a free-spirited ambience and is home to a variety of unique attractions, including the world’s only “drive-through volcano” and a number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Discover historic plantations around bustling Soufriere and hike to romantic waterfalls. Nature is on overdrive here, whether you’re on land or under the sea discovering rainbow-colored marine life. And don’t miss the fabulous Creole cuisine!

Unique Facts

• While not its most famous peak, Mount Gimie is Saint Lucia’s highest at 3,116 feet. The two most famous mountains are the twin Gros Piton and Petit Piton.
• Saint Lucia hosts a world-famous jazz festival each May, welcoming musicians from around the world.
• The island’s national bird is the Saint Lucia Parrot, or Jacquot, and it does not live anywhere else in the world.
• Second only to the Faroe Islands, Saint Lucia boasts the highest rate of Nobel Prize winners in its population.
• Saint Lucia is believed to be named after Saint Lucia of Syracuse, making it the only country named for a woman.

Language

Saint Lucia’s official language is English.

When To Go

The best time to go to Saint Lucia is in the high season, mid-December to mid-April. The wet season is June through November.

Airports

Hewanorra International Airport, Vieux Fort Quarter

Passport Validity

Passport must be valid at time of entry.

Visa Required By US Citizen?

None for stays under 90 days

Vaccinations

The CDC recommends the following vaccines for most travelers when visiting Saint Kitts and Nevis: Hepatitis A and Typhoid. Depending on where you are traveling, you may also need Hepatitis B, Rabies and Yellow Fever vaccines.

Electrical Outlets

Power plugs and sockets: type G. Standard voltage: 230V. Frequency: 50Hz.

Currency

Official local currency: Eastern Caribbean Dollar

Getting Around

Use caution when driving as major roads are in average to poor condition, and drivers may encounter wandering animals and slow-moving heavy equipment.

Public transportation options include minibuses and taxis.

Driver’s License

A temporary driver’s license is required.

US Embassy Info

U.S. Embassy Bridgetown
Wildey Business Park
Wildey
St. Michael BB 14006
Barbados, W.I.
Telephone: +(246) 227-4399
Emergency After-Hours Telephone: +(246) 227-4000
Fax: +(246) 431-0179
BridgetownACS@state.gov

Local Visitor Info

Saint Lucia – General Information
Head Office
1 Bella Rosa Rd. Gros Islet
Post Office Box 221 Castries
Saint Lucia
Tel: (758) 458 7101
information@stlucia.org

Local Emergency Phone Numbers

General Emergency: 911

Safety and Security

Crimes of opportunity, including petty larceny, burglary and automobile break-ins, occasionally occur. Use standard safety precautions.