St Lucia: Rainforest Aerial Tram, Zipline & Hike Adventure

Summary

Rainforest ziplining and tram ride above Castries with hiking

You’ll glide over St Lucia’s rainforest by aerial tram, hike muddy trails with a local guide who shares island secrets, then soar across eight zip lines strung high above ancient trees. With hotel pickup included and time for a cool drink after your adventure, this day trip leaves you buzzing long after you’re back on solid ground.

What’s the experience like?

I’ll admit it: I was nervous about the first zip line. The harness felt weirdly tight and I could hear my heart more than the birds. Our guide, Marcus, just grinned and said, “That’s normal—wait till you’re flying.” He’d already shown us how to brake (I forgot instantly), and then we were off to the aerial tram. The rainforest in St Lucia is louder than you’d think—tree frogs chirping, something rustling below. It smelled like wet earth and leaves after last night’s rain, kind of sweet but sharp too.

The tram ride up La Sorcière Mountain was slow enough that I started to relax. You can see all these tangled vines and huge trees with roots like octopus arms. Marcus pointed out a parrot—he called it a “jacquot”—but honestly, I missed it because I was staring at this wild purple flower twisting around a branch. There’s something about moving so quietly above everything that makes you feel both tiny and lucky. At the top station, we hiked along a muddy trail (my shoes are still drying), ducking under branches while Marcus explained which plants are used for tea or medicine here.

Then came the main event: eight zip lines strung between platforms high in the canopy. My hands were shaking on the first one but by number three I was yelling into the wind. The view from up there is just green on green—leaves brushing your legs if you don’t tuck them in. One of the staff zipped ahead as our “sweeper,” making sure no one got stuck (I almost did once; Marcus shouted instructions and laughed when I finally landed). Afterward, we hiked back to the tram station—everyone sweaty and grinning—and rode down through shafts of sunlight poking through the trees.

I grabbed a cold drink at the base while trying to spot myself in one of those action photos they take mid-zipline (my face says pure panic). Even now, I catch myself thinking about that feeling—the mix of fear and joy somewhere above St Lucia’s rainforest floor.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Rainforest zipline and tram adventure

• Transfer from hotel to park
• Orientation and safety briefing
• Training zip line at base camp
• Ride aerial tram to top station
• Walk to canopy start platform
• Zipline across eight platforms
• Hike from canopy end to top station
• Ride aerial tram back to base
• Enjoy refreshments and visit gift shop
• Transfer from park to hotel or port

Top questions

How long does the St Lucia aerial tram & zipline tour take?

The experience typically lasts several hours including transfers from hotels in northern St Lucia.

Is hotel pickup included for this rainforest adventure?

Yes, pickup from hotels in northern St Lucia is included in your booking.

Are there age or weight restrictions for the zipline?

Children under 12 aren’t allowed; maximum weight is 170 kg (350 lbs); minimum waist is 45.7 cm (18").

Do I need any special fitness level for this tour?

You should have moderate physical fitness; not recommended for those with heart or spinal issues or pregnant travelers.

What should I wear for hiking and ziplining in St Lucia?

Wear comfortable clothes you don’t mind getting muddy and closed-toe shoes suitable for walking trails.

How many ziplines are included on this tour?

The course features eight continuous zip lines connecting sixteen platforms high in the rainforest canopy.

Will there be a guide during the hike and tram ride?

Yes, each group has a nature interpreter plus a sweeper guide during ziplines for safety and local insight.

Where does this tour take place in St Lucia?

The adventure is set in Castries Waterworks Reserve on La Sorcière Mountain, about 30 minutes from Castries port/hotels.

What’s included

Your day includes transfer from your hotel in northern St Lucia to Rainforest Adventures park at La Sorcière Mountain, an orientation with safety briefing and gear-up session, an aerial tram ride both up and down through lush rainforest canopy, guided hiking along forest trails with insights from a local nature interpreter, access to all eight zip lines connecting sixteen platforms with safety supervision by two guides per group, plus time at base camp afterward for refreshments before returning to your hotel or port.