Craft Your Own wooden Bowl : in 1.5 hours from a calabash fruit!
Overview
Get ready for the most fun you’ll have on St. Lucia while crafting your very own wooden bowl from the fruit of the calabash tree—our national tree!
This ethical, indigenous, sustainable and eco-friendly hands-on activity is not only entertaining but also deeply authentic, connecting you to the island’s heritage. As you work with your own hands, you’ll create a beautiful, functional souvenir that tells a story—one that you can proudly display and talk about back home!
No fancy skills needed—well suited to the young and old alike ...just bring your sense of adventure and a willingness to get a little messy! Plus, it won’t cost you an arm and a leg; just a good time and maybe a few giggles. So come on down, unleash your inner artist, and take home a unique piece of St. Lucia that’ll spark joy (and conversations) for years to come!
What's Included
- Beautiful beach which is often sparsely attented on weekdays
- One fruit of the calabash tree, use of tools: hacksaw to cut, spoon to scrape out and carve
- Alcoholic beverages Alcoholic Beverages
- Bottled water
- You may bring a towel or beach blanket to sit on the sand.
- Toilet facilities (Please use the toilet facilities at the nearby Petrol Station before arrival)
Meeting Location
Trouya
328G+3QV, Gros Islet, St Lucia
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
The cutting and carving of a calabash bowl from the fruit is sure to be an incredibly fun and creative activity that yields a unique souvenir. Armed with a hacksaw (to cut), a spoon (to scoop out), and a dremel or a screw (to design or carve) anything your imagination desires, you embark on a journey of transforming a simple fruit into a functional masterpiece.
After this unique experience with local Rastafari couple "Mel and Ekie", you leave with a truly exceptional souvenir – a whimsical and functional bowl (or two) with a story to tell. Whether as a reminder of a memorable trip or a cherished home decor piece, your calabash bowl is sure to be a conversation starter, sparking curiosity and admiration for your hands-on experience, creativity, and local craftsmanship.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-153181P2
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