What to do in St Lucia in South Africa: 3 essential activities
St. LUCIA: is a small coastal town in South Africa full of charm. It is surrounded by magnificent flora and fauna, particularly in iSimangaliso Wetland Park. Follow our guide to not miss anything best activities from St Lucia: cruise, diving or even a ride are on the program.
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Activities at iSimangaliso Wetland Park in St Lucia: Seeing whales on Cape Vidal beach
The main attraction of St Lucia is the iSimangaliso Wetland Park. This wetland is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Cape Vidal beach at the end of the dunes is just sumptuous. You can walk there for half a day and like us have a picnic on the beach. You will almost certainly be there on your own and you can take a leap into the Indian Ocean much warmer than Cape water!
Consulting : keep an eye out because we often see Whales !
Hippopotamus cruise in the St. Lucia estuary
To end the day, the ideal is to book a estuary cruise to see the very many hippopotamuses. It is one of the flagship activities of St Lucia. Boats leave regularly from the small port for a tour of about an hour. It is best to take the cruise at the end of the day to enjoy the sunset. The photos we took are really great.
Last tip... If you go out into town with the car at night, be careful because hippos often cross the roads!
St Lucia's underwater activities: diving in Sodwana Bay
If you are passionate about underwater activities, Sodwana Bay is THE best spot for diving in South Africa and it is accessible from St Lucia. You can admire turtles, corals and even whale sharks there. iSimangaliso Wetland Park the afternoon.
Sleep in the best value for money B&B in St Lucia, South Africa
Most of the accommodation in Saint Lucia is bed and breakfast. We recommend that you stay in the Guest House with the best value for money in St Lucia: the B&B Little eden. Comfortable, well kept and clean, there is nothing to complain about.
Check availabilityIf complete, you can find more options than we recommend in our guide on the best accommodations in St Lucia.
Our tips for a successful trip:
- Book your flight in advance to take advantage of the best prices
Airline ticket prices are cheaper when booked 6 to 3 months in advance. To be sure of getting the best price, we recommend using a flight comparator such as Skyscanner.
- Book your accommodation before departure to have access to the best offers
You will always find a room at the last minute, but the best located accommodations are necessarily those that are always full. That's why it's best to book your accommodations as soon as possible. We recommend going through Agoda which offers the best prices. In addition, this site allows you to be easily reimbursed in the event of cancellation.
- Skip the line to visit the most popular attractions
By booking your excursions in advance on Civitatis, you do not queue on site to get your tickets. Less time waiting = more time enjoying your vacation! Plus, their guided tours ensure you have a knowledgeable guide who speaks your language.
- Use a comparator to find a rental car at the lowest price
Save yourself hours of research with rentalcar.com ou discovercars.com. These comparators are the best for finding rental cars at the lowest prices.
- Don't leave without travel insurance
For us, it is unimaginable to leave without travel insurance. We recommend the one proposed by AXIS. This is the best guaranteed way to leave with peace of mind. However, consider taking out additional specialized insurance for activities not covered (such as skiing or scuba diving).
- Want more information about your destination?
Do not hesitate to complete the information present on this blog with a travel Guide. You can take it in your luggage and refer to it throughout your vacation.
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The itinéterre team
Itinéterre is a travel blog written by a team of expatriates and locals. They share their experiences so that you can enjoy the best tours in their countries. Their advice will help you plan your vacation easily as if a local is accompanying you!
