Scuba St Lucia Brochure

At Anse Chastanet

Superior Hillside Room

Anse Chastanet

Experience the essence of tranquility, romance, and adventure.

“…If you are looking for an unusual dive destination with strong components of romance, creature comforts, adventure and dive professionalism, Anse Chastanet Resort should definitely be on your wish list. By the way, while you are there, make time to visit the terrestrial delights of the island, including nearby wonders such as the Sulphur Springs, Diamond Waterfall and Mineral Baths, the Rain Forest and, of course, a closer view of the twin volcanic spires known as the Pitons…“ Stephen Frink

Architect owner Nick Troubetzkoy holds a profound and passionate reverence for nature.

Every element of the resort is crafted to make the lush flora, majestic peaks, chirping birds, and the shimmering sea part of your vacation.

Spread over 600 tropical acres adjacent to two sandy beaches, the resort nestles within a World Heritage Site, framed by twin peaks and housing two pristine bays—protected marine reserves brimming with vibrant coral reefs and tropical fish.

Embracing this unique setting, Troubetzkoy imagined a resort like no other. A pioneer of environmentally friendly tourism, he crafted a design that harmonized with nature long before it became a trend.

The accommodation is a testament to this harmony. A dozen rooms subtly hide behind beachfront coconut palms, while the rest ascend a flower-adorned hillside. Expansive views and refreshing trade winds are invited in through octagonal, whitewashed cottages, complete with wraparound balconies swathed in blooms and louvered windows.

The deluxe and premium suites celebrate

Troubetzkoy’s creative, playful vision: balconies cradle full-grown trees, vibrant blossoms spill onto terraces, and some suites are made private, yet open, with their fourth wall completely removed.

A vibrant art collection adds to the resort’s sensory feast with powerful wooden sculptures, earthy compositions, painted "sky ceilings," and dynamic acrylic paintings reminiscent of Matisse and Picasso.

For those seeking more than the tranquil allure of their room, a myriad of activities await. Yoga, snorkeling, scuba diving, tennis, sailing, kayaking, jungle biking, hiking, and bird watching are all on offer. Chocolate lovers can indulge with a visit to the resort's organic farm, Emerald, learning the secrets of chocolate making.

For those content with serenity, the resort invites you to unwind on the beach, rejuvenate at the Kai Belté spa, enjoy casual beachside dining, or partake in candlelit dinners in the treetops—all against a backdrop of local music.

The choice is yours.

Anse Chastanet and Scuba St. Lucia were perfect partners for the International Society of Aquatic Medicine’s 9th annual family meeting.

We were given kid glove treatment by the dive staff and everyone fell in love with the underwater world of this beautiful Caribbean dive destination.

Bridget Thomas International Society of Aquatic Medicine www.divingdocs.org

St. Lucia’s Dive Sites SCUBA ST. LUCIA is the longest established scuba operation in St. Lucia. SCUBA ST. LUCIA has been instrumental in locating and naming St. Lucia’s dive sites and to provide a guideline of diving safety and marine protection practices to the island.

Here are some of our most popular dive sites: Anse Chastanet Reef

This reef starts just a few short steps across the soft silver sand from the dive center. There is a plateau area with depths of 5-25 feet offering bright coral islands alive with reef fish of all colors and sizes.

This is the portion visited by our introductory scuba students. The reef falls quickly away from 20 to 140 feet in a solid wall of mixed corals; schools of fish dart amongst the soft and hard corals with an ever watchful eye on their predators waiting in the deep. Most of our divers stay mid-range, at 5060 feet, allowing divers to see the full range of the reef from the sparkling water near the surface to the depths, through huge sponges, waving sea fans and hundreds of types of corals.

Pinnacles

This is probably our most visually stunning dive site. Four spectacular seamounts rise dramatically from the depths to within a few feet of the surface.

These are encrusted with a profusion of black and orange gorgonian, and this lacy network provides shelter for trumpet fish, filefish, and sometimes seahorses. Large fishes- grouper, jack, and snapper - can be spotted around the Pinnacles. Voted one of the ‘10 Best Dive Sites” by Caribbean Travel & Life magazine.

EAT THEM TO BEAT THEM! Lionfish have invaded the western Atlantic, Caribbean and Gulf and are impacting native marine life. Local control via diver and snorkeler removals has been shown to be effective at reducing lionfish populations and sizes and minimizing impacts of lionfish. At Scuba St Lucia, we offer the PADI Lionfish Eradication Specialty to our guests and visitors. In this course, students learn what action is needed to control the lionfish population and, during two scuba dives, learn practical ways to safely and humanely capture and euthanize these fish.

If you participate while staying at the Anse Chastanet or Jade Mountain resorts, why not upgrade to finishing your week with the ‘EAT THEM TO BEAT THEM’ lionfish dinner. This gourmet dinner takes place ocean front, on the beach, with a beach bonfire raging beside your private candlelit table. It will be presented with multiple courses of lionfish prepared in a variety of ways. Each course is paired with a specially selected wine, including desert! The lionfish for this dinner is supplied by local fisherman, thereby creating a demand for this species country-wide, in order to contribute to successfully decreasing numbers!

Fairyland

A short boat trip from the dive center is our beautiful location of Fairyland. This area on a major headland is subject at times to very strong currents - this has the benefit of giving the site excellent visibility, and keeping the corals very clean so that it sparkles with the vibrant colors of many varieties of coral and sponges. The plateau area slopes gently from 40 to 80 feet; our dives are usually 50 feet and shallower on this site. Large boulders give plenty of nooks and crannies for fish to shelter in.

Superman’s Flight

A ten minute boat trip south from the dive center, across Soufriere Bay, brings our divers to the base of the spectacular Petit Piton Mountain. The cliff face here was used as a setting for the film Superman II – Superman can be seen flying down the cliff face down toward the water, and our divers can fly along it below the surface. There are often strong currents on this site, which help to give it good visibility. The steep slope here is covered with beautiful soft corals, and there is a great profusion of fish life.

Wreck of The Lesleen M

This wreck is located to the north of the dive center, and our dive boats take approximately 15 minutes to reach the site. The 165 foot freighter was sunk in October 1986 as part of a project by the Department of Fisheries to provide artificial reefs. It is covered in soft corals, sponges and hydroids, and provides an ideal habitat for many juvenile fishes such as Nassau Groupers, Queen and French Angelfishes. The wreck sits on an even keel on the sand. It is 30 feet to the deck, and 67 feet at the deepest point.

LESLEEN M

Snorkeling Non-divers will be happy to explore the splendors of the shallow reef areas. Scuba St. Lucia offers snorkel lessons twice a day for those wanting to brush up on skills. In addition to this, guided 1 hour boat snorkel trips are offered to explore other marine park areas. Feel secure with a trained guide in the water with you at all times, great for fish identification and a boat just feet away.

Guided boat snorkel trips are offered twice daily 6 days a week. Night snorkeling is also available.

Our international team of executives has had the privilege of interacting and diving with dive professionals from all over the globe. As tenured dive professionals we have a real appreciation for how hard it is to provide exceptional customer service to your guests. In this regard the efforts of the Scuba St Lucia Team were without doubt world class.

Drew Richardson President and CEO PADI Worldwide

Scuba Courses Scuba Beginner Courses

Scuba St. Lucia is an ideal location to experience diving for the first time. Introductory courses of 2-3 hours in length are tentatively offered every day at 10:15 am and 1:30 pm. The introductory course involves a classroom (theory) session, shallow - water training and a dive to 40 feet maximum with a qualified Instructor. Additional dives can be arranged after completing the Course. What better place to dive for the first time than in warm Caribbean waters surrounded by vibrant tropical fish and colorful coral. To sign up for a scuba beginners’ course, contact the scuba center prior to arrival or visit them upon your arrival. Certain medical conditions may preclude you from diving. To partake in diving activities, a medical questionnaire is presented as part of the reservation procedure, any Yes’s will require a release from your Physician..

Romance Below & Beyond

Couples wishing to make their first dive a shared private special experience can sign up for the ROMANCE BELOW & BEYOND beginner’s course. The scuba beginner’s course will be taught exclusively for the couple, including personalized photos provided on a flash drive to memorize the special event.

eLearning Open Water Course

The newest way to learn to dive on the computer or laptop. Go to www.padi.com and follow the link for eLearning and follow the four easy steps to sign up with us. On step 2 choose location St. Lucia and then Anse Chastanet/Scuba St. Lucia. We will receive confirmation with PADI that you have signed up. There is a fee on PADI for the eLearning program. If there are any questions you can e-mail us, and we can assist you and we can follow your progress on the website.

After completing all knowledge reviews sections, you let us know when you want to complete your confined water sessions and your open water dives, and

we continue here on the island. You would need 2-3 days to complete the course with us.

Advanced Courses

A full range of courses- Advanced Open Water, Rescue Diver, Divemaster, Specialties are available by arrangement. The pace in St. Lucia is always slow and relaxed, but the diving activities are efficiently organized with the minimum of fuss - the staff are very accommodating and will do their best to help with “special requests”.

Referral Courses

For the dive professional, it’s more than just a location.

You want to know that your students will be satisfied with your recommendations and come back to you as happy certified divers. Scuba St. Lucia has a tradition of offering qualified and friendly service. As the Windward Islands and St. Lucia’s first scuba diving training facility, SCUBA ST. LUCIA has an international staff with more than 45,000 dives and 125 years of diving experience.

Add to this SCUBA ST. LUCIA’S dramatic location and what one instructor evaluator calls “The best training site in the world”, which just happens to be a few feet from the dive facility, we believe you can see why Scuba St. Lucia at Anse Chastanet Resort can offer your referral students everything they want in a dive holiday. Please contact SCUBA ST. LUCIA in order to arrange your students’ referral course.

Photo and Video

A range of easy-to-use digital underwater cameras are now available for rent. The scuba center will download your images for you to take away. Private videographers are available for couples or groups to record their St. Lucian diving experience on a USB flash drive. Photo and video clinics tailored to individual experience levels can be arranged, ranging from half day theory classes to 4day workshops.

“Over the years, DAN has hosted numerous Continuing Medical Education courses in St. Lucia. DAN staff and physician divers always enjoy the local warmth, laidback atmosphere and professional services of Anse Chastanet and Scuba St. Lucia. A tropical paradise surrounded by pristine reefs, the destination never fails to please both above and below the water.”.

William Ziefle Divers Alert Network President and CEO

Reef Life & Renewal at Anse Chastanet and Scuba St. Lucia The Scuba St. Lucia team at Anse Chastanet and Jade Mountain has embarked on the essential mission of maintaining two coral nurseries, striving towards the preservation and restoration of our vibrant coral ecosystems that gloriously grace our pristine coastline. The coral nurseries play a vital role in the recuperation of our damaged reefs, fortification of biodiversity, enhancement of the resilience of our coral ecosystems, while also augmenting the understanding of coral preservation's significance.

All guests, including our seasoned scuba divers, are offered a rare opportunity to delve into the workings of coral nursery management and visit the very spots where these nurseries flourish. Our focus is primarily on the conservation of two of the Caribbean's most critically endangered coral species: the Elkhorn coral (Acropora palmata) and the Staghorn coral (Acropora cervicornis).

In addition to fostering the growth of corals, our nurseries also function as an educational hub. We conduct workshops and training sessions to spread

awareness about the indispensability of coral conservation. Guests are invited to witness the mesmerizing beauty of these intricate organisms up close and understand the daunting challenges they face.

Our Reef Life and Renewal Ambassador spearheads our coral restoration activities and conducts certification courses as well as complimentary lectures on coral restoration, and the identification of coral, fish, and turtles.

Courses available for selection: • Coral Restoration Specialty Course • AWARE Coral Reef Conservation • Dive Against Debris Specialty Course • AWARE Specialty Course • AWARE Fish Identification Specialty Course • Invasive Lionfish Tracker Specialty Course • Sea Turtle Awareness Distinctive Specialty Course • Ostracod Bioluminescence Distinctive Specialty Course

BikeSt.Lucia Kayaking and other Water Sports Step into a world of exhilarating adventure with Bike St. Lucia's Jungle Biking Adventure, nestled within the tropical expanse of Anse Mamin Plantation, part of the 600-acre estate belonging to Anse Chastanet Resort.

As you delve into the heart of nature, you'll discover remnants of an 18thcentury plantation, blending history with an adrenaline-infused escapade.

Eight miles of custom trails, ingeniously designed to harmonize with the plantation's innate beauty and cultural heritage, cater to all skill levels, from novices to seasoned riders.

Experience the thrills of sea adventure at Anse Chastanet with Kayak St. Lucia.

Offering five dynamic kayak tour options, we accommodate all skill levels, ensuring your comfort and enjoyment. Traverse the Soufriere Bay coast, exploring weathered volcanic cliffs and the famed bat cave, or test your mettle paddling to the towering Petit Piton. Discover scenic fishing villages, savor a beachside picnic, or partake in a sunset kayak or birdwatching tour. Beyond kayaking, enjoy complimentary beachside water sports including snorkeling, paddle boarding, windsurfing, and sailing. Each adventure is tailor-made for you by our professional guides for an unforgettable aquatic experience.

Hone your off-road biking skills at our specialized training area, or feel the rush of excitement as you navigate through the intermediate level singletrack trails, designed like a roller coaster ride amidst lush vegetation. For the true cycling connoisseur, conquer Tinker's Trail, an advanced expert-level track born from the creative mind of world champion Tinker Juarez. Savor the breath-taking views from the top and reward your efforts by ringing Tinker's Bell. Whether you're a beginner or a biking veteran, Bike St. Lucia guarantees an unforgettable experience. Come, let's bike together!

Birdwatching As one of Saint Lucia's premier birdwatching spots, Anse Chastanet offers an unparalleled experience in its expansive 600-acre estate. Boasting prime birdwatching sites, including the historic Anse Mamin Estate—a preferred spot among avid birdwatchers—we provide an enriched encounter with our diverse avian inhabitants. Our expert guides lead immersive tours across our property and additional tours can be arranged to sites across the island. For additional information, we invite you to explore our dedicated birdwatching website at www.birdsofsaintlucia.com.

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Soaring grandly above the 600 acre beachfront haven of Anse Chastanet, Jade Mountain is a symphony of organic architecture, encapsulating the unparalleled scenic allure of St Lucia.

Jade Mountain’s visionary architect owner, Nick Troubetzkoy, has deepened his philosophy of harmonizing design with Caribbean nature in his resort masterpiece. The audacious architectural design – individual bridges that lead to awe-inspiring infinity pool sanctuaries and rugged stone-faced pillars extending towards the heavens – crowns Jade Mountain as one of the Caribbean’s most enchanting resort experiences.Imagine expansive, sweeping spaces where bedroom, living area, and an opulent private infinity pool meld into one another, forming extraordinary terraces floating into the embrace of nature. With the fourth wall completely open, Jade Mountain’s sanctuaries transform into stage-like settings that celebrate the unbounded glory of St Lucia’s Pitons World Heritage Site and the timeless allure of the Caribbean Sea. Embracing an infinity pool with a mesmerizing prism of colors, the exclusive Jade Mountain Club celebrates James Beard Award winner Chef Allen Susser’s "Jade Cuisine." Suspended above the Jade Mountain Club, the Celestial Terrace provides the ideal setting for sunset cocktails or stargazing.

A diverse array of spa services can be savored in the seclusion of the Jade Mountain sanctuaries or at Kai en Ciel, Jade Mountain's intimate spa and fitness studio.

The resort's devoted major domos and a dedicated resort team ensure impeccable service round-the-clock.

Experience the exclusivity and seclusion of Jade Mountain, coupled with access to all of Anse Chastanet's restaurants, bars, boutiques, art gallery, spa, scuba, bike and watersports facilities, and two soft sand beaches available to Jade Mountain guests at all times.

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