Night Snorkeling Magic at Jalousie Plantation, Sugar Beach, St Lucia

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. March 31, 2011

30 March 2011 - There is no doubt the underwater wonders of the Jalousie Plantation's National Marine Reserve are stunning during the day, but as night falls there's an even more magical experience awaiting off the shores of Sugar Beach on the scenic West coast of St Lucia—night snorkelling.

The Jalousie Plantation,SugarBeach, is the only resort on the island to offer this incredible experience and an up close and personal look at all of the nocturnal underwater wonders of Anse des Pitons.

Once the sun goes down the coral reef and rock crevices really come to life. The crystalCaribbeanwaters glitter with phosphorescence and marine creatures normally dormant during the day.

Not only can you witness brightly coloured parrot fish weaving their cocoons, and octopus venturing from their daylight hideaways beneath the surface, but a glance above the waves reveals twinkling fireflies dancing in the foliage on the lower slopes of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Petit Piton.

“Night snorkelling has been a huge hit with our guests and has given them the opportunity to explore a whole new world,” said Vitus Joyeux, the Jalousie Plantation's Watersports and Dive Manager. “We give everyone an underwater flash light and lead them on a wonderful voyage of discovery. This kind of experience is usually reserved for night divers and scuba enthusiasts so the reaction has been great from our non-diving guests in particular.”

The summer months from June to September are some of the best to experience night snorkelling as the trade winds diminish and waters of the National Marine Reserve become calmer.

The skies above are also generally clearer and brighter as well providing greater illumination of the reef.

With rates starting at just US$270 per night from June 1 (excluding 8% government tax and 10%service charge) and throughout the summer season, there's no better time to don your mask and fins at The Jalousie Plantation and try a little night snorkelling offSugar Beach,St Lucia.

Visit www.thejalousieplantation.com , telephone +1 758 456 8000 or email [email protected] for more information and bookings.

The Cane Bar, Jalousie's specialty rum bar features cutting edge style, a glowing white bar, and comfortable over-sized furniture in a palette of white and soft charcoal, not to mention a wide selection of rum and a “rummelier” to help guide guests through their choices. In addition to the offerings behind the bar, The Cane Bar also features a range of tasty dishes to provide the perfect accompaniment to your chosen libation.

For discerning diners there is the elegant Great Room, with its old world colonial charm servingCaribbeaninfluenced fare in candlelit surroundings.

The Late Night Bar features funky cutting edge style and fantastic artwork. There is also an open air deck for drinks under the stars and in the shadow of the Petit Piton

The Bayside Restaurant and Bar is just steps away from the crystalline waters of Anse des Pitons, and set on the white sands of Anse des Pitons. This restaurant has a strong St Tropez vibe but with plenty of Caribbeanflair.

The Rainforest Spa is now true to its name with seven tree house treatment rooms tucked amid the lush vegetation and cathedral buttressed trees on the lower slopes of the Petit Piton. A lively stream, warmed by the nearby volcano, weaves its way below the lofty rooms.