St. Vincent Mainland/Volcano

It's well worth taking the time to explore St. Vincent's mountainous volcanic landscape with its lush vegetation.

One of St. Vincent's main attractions really stands out - quite literarily! La Soufrière, an active but dormant volcano, is 1200 meters high and covers the entire northern third of the island. La Soufrière last erupted on Good Friday, 1979 - the year the island state became independent.

In good weather, there's nothing to beat a guided tour to the crater edge - a truly unique experience! There are various agencies in Kingstown offering organized trips to the volcano. But for the three-hour hike up, you do need to be fit. The final trudge across the rocky lava field is hard going - but the awe-inspiring view is unforgettable.