Richmond Vale Hiking and Nature Centre is a down-to-earth place in the middle of St. Vincent’s magnificent nature. Enjoy the simple pleasures of seductive tranquillity, sustainable lifestyle and lots of warm smiles. Soak up new energy and immerse yourself in nature and relaxation.
Richmond Vale is divided between our nature and hiking centre and an academy, living as a community and working to be as sustainable and self sufficient as possible. Volunteers at the academy are trained to go on development programs in St. Vincent as well as in Africa and Middle and South America. Your stay helps to fund this program and guests are welcome to socialise with the volunteers and receive a firsthand look at their humanitarian efforts.
Our rooms are very basic; each one includes a fan, shelves and one-to-four beds. There are male and female showers and a communal kitchen down the corridor.
Wi-Fi is available in the community hall and guests are welcome to use the fitness centre. Massages can be arranged.
If you don’t feel like cooking you can eat with us for just $15 USD per day/person. We can provide you with three delicious, local-style meals which we make mostly from things we grow in our organic garden or buy from local suppliers.
We offer an unforgettable hike up La Soufriere Volcano with our local guide who will also take you down into the crater. There are also shorter hikes to our double waterfalls at Dark View and on nature trails through the jungle.
We offer Horse training courses (Carolyn Resnick Method) where you can learn about horsemanship. You can come as a working student for 2 - 6 months or just for a Horse Vacation from 1 - 4 weeks.
We welcome all ages, including children! Please come and join our community for a while.
The nearest village is Chateaubelair. There you can find some restaurants, shops and post office, a hospital and doctor and of course another beautiful beach.
Be aware that we are a basic equipped place in an unspoilt and as a result remote area. If you are looking for the amenities of a 5 star hotel this is definitely not the right place for you! If you want to emerge yourself in nature and yourself this is your Utopia!
Check-in: anytime. Check-out: 1500. Please advise us ahead of time of when you’ll be checking out. Taxes included in the rates. We have a 48hr cancellation policy. Late cancellations and no-shows shall be charged the equivalent of the first night’s accommodation.
Payment is due upon arrival in cash only please, there is no cash machine in Chateaubelair. Breakfast is not included.