The Hummingbird Beach Resort is a beautiful and charming garden by the Caribbean Sea. The resort itself is the site of an old colonial-style mansion with views that take your breath away. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/hotels/St_Lucia/hummingbird/hotel/263/12/ en-us Copyright 1998 e-TravelMedia.com/CaribbeanMag.com Tue, 14 Feb 2012 19:40:55 EST Enjoy the freshness of the trade winds as you relax in comfort, like the sugar barons of the old. Featuring ten beautifully furnished rooms, with seven modern bathrooms. Two of the rooms have four poster beds, which is particularly fine for honeymooners. Your own private paradise offers something for everyone, a haven for yachtsmen, an oasis for visitors, and an undersea marvel for divers. When in St. Lucia stay at the Hummingbird Beach Resort and enjoy St. Lucian accommodations at modest rates. Lifeline Bar and Restaurant We welcome you to take a dip in our freshwater pool , then sip an exotic cocktail while watching the breathtaking view of the Pitons and a beautiful sunset . We serve first class a la carte French and Creole Cuisine and our wine selection is among the finest in the Caribbean. Local chef Cajou, won a gold medal (1997) for his "Cajou marinated stuffed Dorado with bread and local herbs" . For all other selections on the Menu; it is a daily fare of fresh fish :from boat to pot , and cooked to your specifications in local juices with home grown herbs. The Hummingbird Beach Resort welcomes "yachties" to Soufrière. Located on the western coast, our town is one of the most beautiful in St. Lucia. Soufrière offers a range of natural and historical attractions to all visitors, but has long been especially appealing to yachtsmen. The northern end of the Bay is a favourite anchorage where a number of services are available from the Hummingbird Beach Resort.Come and enjoy special prices during happy hour at the Bamboo Beach Bar. We can arrange beach or pool-side Barbecues for group of 10 or more .(This is subject to availibility) Please call ahead for reservations. Breakfast and lunch are also available and we provide free showers for dining customers. When the skipper takes his four or more guests to dine, his dinner and one drink free (selected choices only, restrictions apply). Many other services are available including fax and telephone (there is a charge), mail and weather reports. If you need water for your boat, that can be arranged. We also sell ice and have a small boutique a batik studio with batiks made on the premises for shopping. If you need something, please ask. Accessible via VHS CH16, we are open from 7 am until the last patron leaves in the evening. Tours can be arranged from the reception where our friendly staff are waiting to serve you. We also provide 24 hour security for your boat. The island of Saint Lucia is a nature lover's paradise with great natural scenery. Given its small area, 43km (27 miles) by 23km (14 miles), St Lucia has a great variety of plant and animal life. Orchids and exotic plants grow wild in the rainforests and the roadsides are covered with many colourful tropical flowers. Colourfully-plumed tropical birds abound, including endangered species like the indigenous St. Lucia parrot as well as, the White Breasted Thrasher, hummingbirds and the St. Lucia Oriole. Its greatest natural attraction are the Pitons and the world's only "drive- in volcano. There is a broad array of exciting and exotic attractions available on St. Lucia. The island's steep coastlines, honey coloured beaches and lovely reefs offer excellent snorkeling, scuba diving, sports fishing. The rainforest preserves of St. Lucia's mountainous interior are one of the Caribbean's finest locales for hiking and birdwatching hence a great holiday destination for romantic couples. At the Hummingbird Beach Resort off the Anse Chastanet road in Soufriere, Saint Lucia, you can enjoy magnificent views of the pitons. Rising sheer out of the Caribbean Sea, Gros Piton is 2,619 feet/800 meters, and Petit Piton is 2,461/751metres respectively. They are regarded as St. Lucia's greatest natural landmark and are the center of some of the most spectacular scenery in the Caribbean. Geologists believe they were born about 250,000 years ago. The Hummingbird offers dining, discounted accommodation and many conveniences to make your stay in Soufrière a special one. We welcome you to take a dip in our freshwater pool, then sip an exotic cocktail while watching the breathtaking view of the Pitons and a beautiful sunset. We serve first class French Creole cuisine and a good selection of wines at reasonable prices. Also we can assist you in finding accommodation for the Jazz Festival 2003. We invite you to explore our site to discover all of the exciting features of our unique holiday experience here on the island of Saint Lucia. Learn about the island's history and different cultural events throughout the calendar year and then you may decide when to plan your vacation. Location Discount Airfare to St LuciaHummingbird Beach Resort welcomes you to Soufriere home of the world famous Pitons . We are located near the beach in the town of Soufriere, on the west coast of St. Lucia It is approximately 60 mins drive from Hewanorra Airport, UVF, and 90 mins, drive from George Charles Airport, a smaller airport in the northern part of the island. Taxis can be obtained from both airports to take you the resort if not, transfers can be arranged when making reservations. Taxi fares from Hewanorra Airport to the resort are US$50 or EC$132 and from George Charles Airport, US$60 or EC$156. Car and Jeep rentals can be obtained from both airports. If you are planning to drive yourself, driving permits can be obtained from the airports during regular working hours[8am - 4:30pm]. Road signs guide you to Soufriere, road maps are readily available from the accommodations at modest rates. Soufriere The town of Soufriere has an unrivaled setting at the foot of the Pitons with the mountains of the St. Lucia Rain Forest rising behind it. Nearby attractions include a visit to the drive-in volcano,Mineral baths, Piton waterfall, Botanical Gardens, and the Virgin Rain Forest.There you can see the rare bird, Amazona Versicolour shown below. Also you can enjoy horseback riding and scuba diving within 1 mile of resort. We can do our best to make your stay in St. Lucia memorable. Please contact us for further details. The Hummingbird offers dining, discounted accommodation and many conveniences to make your stay in Soufrière a special one. We welcome you to take a dip in our freshwater pool, then sip an exotic cocktail while watching the breathtaking view of the Pitons and a beautiful sunset. We serve first class French Creole cuisine and a good selection of wines at reasonable prices. Also we can assist you in finding accommodation for the Jazz Festival. AMENITIES: The resort consists of 9 apartments and a country cottage [*self contained], with the exception of one standard room, all rooms overlook the Ocean and Pitons. The rooms boast ceiling fans, four poster beds ( rm #1,2,#3,and #7 only), private baths, balcony and telephones. Standard rooms share a bathroom and have no telephone or private balcony. ACTIVITIES: The town of Soufriere has an unrivaled setting at the foot of the Pitons with the mountains of the St. Lucia Rain Forest rising behind it. Nearby attractions include a visit to the drive-in volcano,Mineral baths, Piton waterfall, Botanical Gardens, and the Virgin Rain Forest.There you can see the rare bird, Amazona Versicolour shown here. Also you can enjoy horseback riding and scuba diving within 1 mile of resort. We can do our best to make your stay in St. Lucia memorable. Please contact us for further details. St. Lucia is fortunate to possesses beautiful sugar white sand, golden beaches and black sand beaches painted by volcanic activity. It also has some excellent natural harbours, the most famous of which is at Marigot Bay. The island continues to attract growing numbers of visitors who are drawn to her natural splendor and appreciate her living reefs, towering mountains, lush forests and exotic and unique beaches. Visitors to St. Lucia will be rewarded with hiking along rainforest trails, birdwatching, bathing in its freshwater streams and pool and even whale and dolphin watching. St. Lucia is fortunate to possesses beautiful sugar white sand, golden beaches and black sand beaches painted by volcanic activity. It also has some excellent natural harbours, the most famous of which is at Marigot Bay. The island continues to attract growing numbers of visitors who are drawn to her natural splendor and appreciate her living reefs, towering mountains, lush forests and exotic and unique beaches. Visitors to St. Lucia will be rewarded with hiking along rainforest trails, birdwatching, bathing in its freshwater streams and pools and even turtle,whale and dolphin watching. We will assist you by arranging transportation to these Heritage Tours. Balenbouche Estate This authentic 19th century Estate house and working plantation is set within a fascinating historical landscape surrounded by tropical gardens and nature trails. Accommodations, tours, dining, weddings, and special events. Tel: 455-1244. Fond Doux Estate, Soufriere The battle of Rabot, where freedom fighters inflicted a decisive victory against the British Army, was fought right on the doorstep of what is now Fond Doux Estate. The charming 19th century plantation house is surrounded by the undisturbed beauty of a colonial plantation. The restaurant serves a delicious creole breakfast and lunch. Tel:459-7545 Fax: 459-7882 Toraille Waterfall, Soufriere Near the town of Soufriere, a breathtaking waterfall gushes 50 feet over a cliff side and cascades into a pool at the center of a charmingly landscape garden. A nature trail leads you through the lush greens and dazzling colours of this tropical paradise. Gros Piton Nature Trail Encouter the rare birds and wildlife that find sanctuary on the Gros Piton, such as the St Lucian Oriole, the St Lucian Black Finch and the Red-neck pigeon, and catch a breat-taking panoramic view from the summit. The trail is co-managed by the community of Fond-Gens Libre and the Forestry Department. Gros Piton Guides Association, Tel:459-3492 East Coast Trail An invigorating exploration of St Lucia's wild Atantic coastline, traversing fields, woods, cliffs and beaches. This area is a birdwatchers paradise with many species evident, including the famous Fregate bird and the endemic St Lucia Oriole. Tel:455-3622/3099 Fax:455-3182. Mamiku Gardens, Micoud The Historical Gardens of Madame de Micoud set in 12 acres of natural woodlands are the best in the caribbean, offering a series of different gardens where an abundance of orchids, birds, butterflies and tropical flowers continually surprise the viator. The Creole medicinal herb garden and a mini Banana plantation walk have recently been added. Tel:452-8236/455-3729 Desbarras Turtle Watch During the months of March through July, the Desbarras community organizes nightly guided tours to witness the nesting of the leatherback turtles on the Grande Anse beach. Desbarras Turlte Watch Tours, Tel: 450-6080/452-3224. Soufriere, St. Lucia Soufriere is a picturesque town, located on the southwest coast of the Caribbean island of St. Lucia.The oldest settlement on St. Lucia, it was an important trading center under the French. At its prime in the late 18th century, as many as 100 sugar and coffee plantations flourished in the vicinity. Even after almost two centuries of British rule, the French legacy here is still apparent in the names of people and places, their speech and some of the old town's architecture -- enough to give the town character. Many natural attractions, like the sulphur springs, rainforest, waterfalls, botanical gardens, pristine coral reefs and the world famous Piton mountains are found in the area. Rain Forest St.Lucia's interior has a huge natural rain forest. Of particular appeal to bird watchers, hikers and nature lovers, it covers 19,000 acres of lush mountains and valleys. It is home to giant ferns, birds of paradise and many other indigenous tree species, exotic flowers and fruits, and its paths are strewn with tiny bromeliads, wild orchids and mushrooms. Among the rare and beautiful birds adding color to the scene are the brightly-hued St. Lucia Parrot, known locally as the "Jacquot," the White Breasted Thrasher, the St. Lucia Peewee, and the St. Lucia Oriole.. Because we value our natural resources, the St.Lucia Government controls the number of visitors to the Reserve and prior arrangements are needed before entering the area. Travel in an open Land Rover. Experience the thrill of open air driving on country roads through scenic countryside and villages into the heartland of St.Lucia's rainforest. There a trained guide will escort you at a leisurely pace downhill through plantation forest and into prime virgin forest. You will be given a wealth of information as to plants and the most important features of the forest including fauna, floral and exotic birds. In particular the national flagship of the St.Lucia (Amazona Versicolor) the endemic St.Lucian parrot. A natural cascade waterfall, awaits you for your indulgence and enjoyment. Experience a natural Hydro massage in a cool mountain spring in this most awe inspring natural location. Return journey is uphill. For those requiring an energetic pace, a good cardio vascular workout, the path is clearly defined. Follow instructions and await the casual ones at the roadside/land rover. Diamond Falls In addition to its fabulous setting, Soufriere is the gateway to some of St. Lucia's most interesting natural attractions -- the world's only drive-in volcano; pretty Diamond Falls, the lowest of the six waterfalls that tumble down the mountain from the volcano.Nearby, too, are some historic plantations - Soufriere Estate and Morne Coubaril Estate and Fond Doux Estate which can be visited. The privately-owned Diamond Falls and Mineral Baths, less than a mile east of Soufriere, are part of the Soufriere Estate dating from 1713. The Baths, originally built in 1784, were restored by Mrs. Joan Devaux in the 1980s, with some of the original 18th century baths still in use. At the entrance, a narrow path edged with tropical flowers and shaded by stately palms leads to the bathhouse and a series of pools, each a different temperature. Beyond are the falls roaring out of a mineral-streaked gorge and spilling through the gardens into the pools. Sulphur Springs Two miles south of Soufriere, you explore the "drive-in" volcano. Also known as the Sulphur Springs, the area is the remnant of a volcanic crater, now protected by the St. Lucia National Trust. The road goes to the edge of the volcanic activity from where you can walk with a park guide to see pools of boiling mud and clouds of steam that shoot 50 feet in the air. Small streams of water flow over the rocks streaking them with colors that indicate the presence of sulphur, iron, copper, magnesium, and zinc. Fresh rain water collects in the boiling crater where it is heated, saturated with minerals, and runs down the mountainside in six waterfalls - the lowest being Diamond Falls, east of Soufriere. DINING/RESTARUANTS: Type: Resort Beach Location: Beach Front (Directly on Beach/Water Front) http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/hotels/St_Lucia/hummingbird/hotel/263/12/ Tue, 14 Feb 2012 19:40:55 EST