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Helicopter Shuttle across St. Lucia: A Short, Skyborne Link Between Island Airports
A private helicopter transfer between Hewanorra (UVF) and George F.L. Charles (SLU/HGR) that showcases St. Lucia’s peaks, rainforest and coastline—essential guidance for travelers booking air transfers.
Helicopter Shuttle across St. Lucia: A Short, Skyborne Link Between Island Airports.
St. Lucia Paradise Transfers operates a helicopter shuttle that moves passengers between the island’s airports while putting the island’s dramatic topography on full display. The service is positioned as a quick, convenient and memorable start or finish to a holiday, offering aerial passages over lush interior ridgelines, iconic peaks and coastal reefs.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Aerial Landmarks from Mt. Gimie to the Pitons
From the air you pass Mt. Gimie, Roseau Dam and the Atlantic coast, with the flight offering views of Marigot Bay, the Pitons, rainforest and the Soufrière volcano—an aerial gallery of St. Lucia’s defining natural features.
A South-to-North Shuttle with a Scenic Variant
The core shuttle links Hewanorra International Airport (UVF) in the south to George F.L. Charles Airport (SLU/HGR) in the north; the West Coast Shuttle option meanders over many scenic areas and takes roughly five minutes longer than the regular shuttle.
Private, Responsive Transfers and On-Ground Assistance
St. Lucia Paradise Transfers offers private transfer services for individual requests and special occasions. Staff meet arriving passengers in the airport arrival hall, escort cleared passengers to the helicopters and request that departing passengers be in the departure area at least 15 minutes before takeoff.
What the day feels like
What the Flight Feels Like
The transfer is a brief, elevated passage over the island that blends efficient point-to-point movement with sightlines across reefs, bays, volcano and peaks—designed to turn a routine airport hop into a memorable aerial introduction or farewell to St. Lucia.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this transfer suits — and when to call the operator.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Carry travel documents for immigration and customs clearance; once cleared you will be escorted to the aircraft.
Meeting location and exact pickup depend on where you are; departing passengers should be in the airport departure area at least 15 minutes before your helicopter’s scheduled takeoff.
The operator provides private transfers for specific requests and special occasions—confirm routing and any special requirements with St. Lucia Paradise Transfers when booking.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Which airports does the helicopter shuttle connect?
The shuttle runs between Hewanorra International Airport (UVF) in the south and George F.L. Charles Airport (SLU/HGR) in the north.
Where do staff meet arriving passengers?
Staff meet arriving passengers in the airport arrival hall and escort them to the helicopters once immigration and customs formalities are completed.
How early should departing passengers be at the airport?
Departing passengers are asked to be in the departure area a minimum of 15 minutes before the helicopter is due to take off.
What sights can I expect to see on the flight?
Passengers can expect views of St. Lucia’s interior including Mt. Gimie, Roseau Dam, the Atlantic coast and Marigot Bay; the West Coast Shuttle also passes the Pitons, rainforest and the Soufrière volcano.
Is the service private or shared?
St. Lucia Paradise Transfers offers private transfer services and can accommodate requests and special occasions.