Gros Piton Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience Gros Piton. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• St Lucia Full-Day Catamaran Sightseeing Cruise With Snorkeling

• St Lucia Diamond Mineral and Mud Baths Plus Waterfall Adventure

• Wow Tours St. Lucia

• Private Full-Day Charter: St Lucia Boat Tour to Soufriere

• All-Inclusive Land And Sea Excursion

It costs US$50 per person to climb Gros Piton, including the mandatory guide. However, if you’d rather admire St. Lucia’s most famous mountain from afar, there are plenty of tours that can take you to the top lookout spots. Excursions start from US$92.

Yes, Gros Piton is worth visiting. While challenging, the hike to the summit of the mountain offers panoramic views of St. Lucia's Caribbean coastline and jungle-shrouded interior. However, you can also get incredible views of the Gros Piton and its sibling, Petit Piton, from the Tet Paul Nature Trail.

Per one customer who booked the Gros Piton Hike with Dannyboy and Co., "Danny was awesome! Nothing but good vibes only! Would recommend to anyone and everyone! Danny made the whole day perfect!"

It depends on the individual and their ability. Gros Piton is a moderate hike and has some steep sections with boulders, which are more difficult to traverse when wet. On average, the hike can take around 2-3 hours each way. But if you’re a confident hiker, or are comfortable moving at a faster pace, it can be done in less time.

Make sure to bring plenty of water, since it’s often hot and humid. Many recommend using hiking poles, since there are boulders and some high steps to navigate. Wear a hat to keep the sun off your face, sturdy shoes, and pack a raincoat if the weather looks showery.

You must be accompanied by a guide to hike Gros Piton. There are tours that organize transport and your guide fee, making for a hassle-free climb. If you don’t want to hike Gros Piton, other tours incorporate viewpoints to see it, as well as the adjacent Petit Piton, and often include stops at local attractions, such as the Diamond Falls Botanical Gardens, Marigot Bay and Sulphur Springs.

Gros Piton is an easier and less strenuous hike than Petit Piton. The views from both of the Pitons are gorgeous, but Petit Piton is a much steeper climb, despite being shorter.

If you plan to hike Gros Piton, start as early in the day as possible. You want to avoid the midday sun, especially in the summer months. For cooler, less humid weather, visit Gros Piton from October to February.

There are tons of things to do when you're done visiting Gros Piton. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in St. Lucia:

• Sulphur Springs Park

• Toraille Waterfall

• Diamond Falls Botanical Gardens

• Marigot Bay

• Pigeon Island

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in St. Lucia.