La Soufrière

St. Vincent and the Grenadines Travel Guide

"The island's towering active volcano can be summited via a Cross-country Trail that reaches the crest for sweeping, cinematic views into the crater. Guides are required for the trail, which is described as a "3-4 hour out-and-back journey, considered moderately strenuous but supremely rewarding," making it a must-do for adventurous visitors who are physically prepared." - Carley Rojas Avila Carley Rojas Avila Carley Rojas Avila is a bilingual travel writer, editor, and content marketer. She is an expert on Latin America, the Caribbean, and Cuba, as she lived and worked in four different countries in that region. Carley founded the digital travel publications Loosely Local and Home to Havana. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

This Country Was Named the Best 'Nature Destination' in the Caribbean

"On the largest island of St. Vincent, visitors will find the still-active volcano, La Soufrière, which last erupted between 2020 and 2021, a jade-green exemplar of the abundant natural landscape. A hike to the top? Travelers are welcome to take it on. The reward is a stunning view of the surrounding islands." - Hannah Selinger Hannah Selinger Hannah Selinger is a James Beard Award-nominated lifestyle writer based in Boxford, Massachusetts.  Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

"Locals consider La Soufrière—St. Vincent’s massive active volcano that last erupted in 1979—the “queen of climbs.” Approachable from either the leeward or windward coast, the hike to the 4,000-foot summit is a serious, all-day excursion. You’ll need stamina and sturdy shoes—and a knowledgeable guide from the National Parks Authority—to safely reach the top, but once there you’ll enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape and sea. Keep your eyes peeled for a rare sighting of the St. Vincent parrot on the way back down."

"Locals consider La Soufrière—St. Vincent’s massive active volcano that last erupted in 1979—the “queen of climbs.” Approachable from either the leeward or windward coast, the hike to the 4,000-foot summit is a serious, all-day excursion. You’ll need stamina and sturdy shoes—and a knowledgeable guide from the National Parks Authority—to safely reach the top, but once there you’ll enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape and sea. Keep your eyes peeled for a rare sighting of the St. Vincent parrot on the way back down."