Moon Sanctuary

St Lucia is a wonderful tropical destination with lots to see and plenty of surprises to enjoy. The lush rain forests, coral reefs, and picturesque beaches of St Lucia are well-known for their natural beauty, and it is a beautiful place to spend time relaxing and rejuvenating.

Moon Sanctuary is in a wonderful position set in an exclusive area within the jungly 600-acre Anse Chastanet estate in southwestern St Lucia. Its elevated position means it has access to some of the best views on the Island, and its remarkable design ensures privacy and tranquillity are the order of the day.

With a small gym and spa close by, you also have access to the exclusive Jade Mountain Club, which offers remarkable dining in a fabulous setting and is only accessible to guests staying in one of the exclusive sanctuaries. The open rooftop terrace has terrific views of the sea and Pitons and is the perfect setting for sundowners and romantic dinners.

Only a short drive away is the languid town of Soufriere which was the original capital of St Lucia and is one of the Island’s memorable spots.

Overlooked by the Pitons, two giant conical volcanic spires that rise abruptly from the sea, the town is surrounded by beautiful sandy beaches, including the renowned Sugar Beach. Colourful cottages and colonial-style buildings give this laid-back town plenty of character, and there are several old plantation estates around the town to explore.

The Rabot Estate plantation is where all of Hotel Chocolat’s products start, and you can take part in the amazing Bean to Bar chocolate experience, which shows how chocolate is produced and walks you through creating your own chocolate bar!

Worth a visit is The Soufriere Estate which is now home to the Diamond Falls Botanical Gardens, where you can enjoy meandering among tropical flowers and trees, or take a dip in mineral baths that date back to 1784.

Just south of the town is the world's only drive-in volcano – the Soufriere sulphur springs. The landscape is ‘otherwordly’ with hot springs and belching mud pots, and if you can cope with the sulphur smell, you can bathe in thermal pools and enjoy mud face and body masks.

The St Lucian people are warm and friendly and love to party, so something is always happening. Highlights include Carnival in July and Jazz Festival in May.

You can enjoy a slice of retro Caribbean nightlife every Friday evening over at the Gros Islet Friday night street party, which is over on the north of the Island. Locals and tourists gravitate towards traffic-free streets set up with craft stalls and barbeque stalls. Soca and reggae blare from huge speakers as you enjoy a rum punch or beer and decide which fish fry-up to sample. The party atmosphere continues long after sunset, with crowds dancing in the streets.

St Lucia offers beauty, laughter, sunshine and surprises and makes for an unforgettable escape. 

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About St Lucia

The Land, The People, The Light – St Lucia’s motto couldn’t be more representative of this captivating sovereign island nation. Witness dazzling scenery, be spellbound by the fascinating locals and allow for St Lucia to brighten your day and show you a new way to life.

St Lucia gained its independence from the British Commonwealth in 1979 and after centuries of a French presence, which is most visible today in the original Capital of Soufrière, St Lucia is famous for its Pitons & landscapes and vivacious community.

St Lucia really is a hiker’s Nirvana! Where to start? That’s a tough question. However, with the likes of - The Diamond Botanical Gardens, Enbas Saut Waterfall Trail, Pigeon Island National Park, Sulphur Springs Park Scenic Drive and Tet Paul Nature Trail – it doesn’t matter! These UNESCO listed sites are a sight to behold. If you're likely to take to the water, you'll be able to admire the rich marine biodiversity just off the shore of St Lucia. Over 60% of the marine area is made up of coral reefs and these are very poular with snorkelers and scuba divers. Just make sure you put time aside to relish these privileged land & seascapes.

Start your cultural trip downtown in Castries. Here you will be provided with more than enough entertainment for an afternoon and evening. The local Market runs throughout the week and is certainly the right place to come for exotic fruits and tantalising Street Food - the Green Fig & Salt Fish is local delicacy and it's not scarce, so perhaps try a few variants on this regional intricacy and let us know which is your favourite! The vendors are incredibly animated, so expect a show to be put on if you choose to explore this part of the island and brush up on those haggling skills. La Place Carenage and Point Seraphine are very popular Malls and if you bear in mind the added incentive of these complexes being Duty-Free, you and your guests will certainly get some good deals (A taxi back to your villa after such an excursion is suggested!).

Many holiday makers are surprised to learn of St Lucia’s rich cocoa legacy. Ever since the 1700’s this island has been producing cocoa related products, that are incredibly sought after all across the world. Morne Coubaril Estate and La Dauphine Estate specialise in showcasing how plantations use to gather & manufacture the Cocoa Bean fruit and organise educational tours. After learning all about St Lucia’s former booming cocoa industry, you will probably need some therapy…how about chocolate therapy like you’ve never encountered before? Enquire at some of the islands more renowned Spas and you’ll be able to experience the benefits of a chocolate facial and massage. Remember - Chocolate isn’t a food, it’s a medicine!

We have selected some of the most exciting villas on the island, so browse through these dreamy holiday homes and have a look at our cheeky little guide to St Lucia!

Prior to Booking

Please be aware that St Lucia is an island nation that experiences weather patterns dictated by the Atlantic Ocean to the north of the island and the Caribbean Sea to the south of the island. This tropical rainforest climate results in the island experiencing a hurricane season, which usually occurs between June to November. When thinking about booking your holiday to St Lucia, please consult Foreign travel advice for more information.

Entry Requirements

Tourists who are British Citizens will not require a visa and upon arrival and Departure Tax is included in most flight costs. Please check Entry Requirements before departure.

Getting There

St Lucia is served by Hewanorra International Airport in Vieux Fort and George FL Charles local airport in Castries. There are ferries to Martinique, Guadeloupe and Dominica.

From the US:
US travellers can fly to Hewanorra International Airport direct from Miami with American Airlines.

From the UK:
British travellers can fly direct from Gatwick with British Airways, or connect in Miami or Barbados.

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Hewanorra International Airport, Vieux Fort, Saint Lucia:

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