SOUFRIERE BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Sail to Soufrière, Hike the Rainforest, Stand Below Sapphire Falls
A full-day Sea Spray Cruises outing that combines a catamaran sail to Soufrière with a guided hike to a 35-foot mineral waterfall, a plantation-house Creole buffet, and a coastal snorkel stop—this guide describes what to expect and how to plan.
Sail to Soufrière, Hike the Rainforest, Stand Below Sapphire Falls.
Board a catamaran for a coastal sail to Soufrière, then follow a nature trail through Morne Coubaril Estate’s 18th‑century grounds and into the lush rainforest to reach the 35‑foot Sapphire Waterfall. The day pairs cultural stops—replica Carib village and plantation house—with a rainforest hike, a Creole buffet prepared from estate provisions, and a swim-and-snorkel stop on the return sail.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Sapphire Waterfall: A 35‑Foot Mineral Drop
The hike culminates at Sapphire Falls, a 35‑foot waterfall fed from the volcano; the trail passes mineral streams and pools and offers photo opportunities and seasonal fruits at the falls.
Morne Coubaril Estate: Plantation House and Carib Village
The visit begins with a tour through the 18th‑century Morne Coubaril Estate where you pass a replica Carib village and the historic plantation house before entering the rainforest trail.
Coastal Swim Stop and Marigot Bay on the Return
After lunch and the hike, the return sail includes a swim stop—snorkelling gear is provided—and a coastal passage past Marigot Bay before the boat returns to the docks.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
The day unfolds as a coastal cruise to Soufrière, a guided walk through the estate grounds into a humid tropical rainforest, a soak at the mineral‑water Sapphire Falls followed by a Creole buffet on the plantation house, and a relaxed swim‑and‑snorkel stop on the way back—an integrated sea-and-land outing run by Sea Spray Cruises.
THE ROUTE
Sapphire Waterfall: A 35‑Foot Mineral Drop
The hike culminates at Sapphire Falls, a 35‑foot waterfall fed from the volcano; the trail passes mineral streams and pools and offers photo opportunities and seasonal fruits at the falls.
THE HERITAGE
Morne Coubaril Estate: Plantation House and Carib Village
The visit begins with a tour through the 18th‑century Morne Coubaril Estate where you pass a replica Carib village and the historic plantation house before entering the rainforest trail.
SEA & SNORKEL
Coastal Swim Stop and Marigot Bay on the Return
After lunch and the hike, the return sail includes a swim stop—snorkelling gear is provided—and a coastal passage past Marigot Bay before the boat returns to the docks.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing suits.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Snorkelling gear is provided if you choose to join the swim stop; guests should plan accordingly for a combined boat-and-hike day.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The full outing runs from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm.
Which days does the tour operate?
Tours run on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays.
What is included in the price?
The tour price includes a Creole buffet lunch, complimentary drinks (rum punch, rum mixes, fruit‑punch, sodas, water), transfers and entrance fees.
Are children charged differently?
Yes: children (ages 2 to 12) are charged a lower rate and children under 12 travel at half price.
Is the return time fixed?
The itinerary returns to the docks at approximately 5:00 pm.
Where does the trip go on the coast?
The route visits Soufrière, Morne Coubaril Estate, Sapphire Waterfall and passes Marigot Bay on the return.
Are refreshments provided during the day?
Yes: complimentary drinks including rum punch, fruit‑punch and sodas are provided as part of the tour.