Inspiration

Randonnée

St Helena is a paradise for those who love walking and hiking. The terrain and microclimates provide an entire world’s diversity of hikes, all within arm’s reach. Plus, there’s a peace and freedom possible because of the small population and lack of significant tourist numbers: you may even be the only hikers on the path.

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La nature

St Helena’s environment is globally important. The last natural cloud forest on British soil. More than 500 plants and animals found nowhere else on Earth. A Category VI Marine Protected Area nearly the size of France. Plus a lack of air and light pollution, and a freedom from extreme weather events and dangerous animals.

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Marin

The subtropical waters are warm and high visibility, perfect for diving, snorkelling, fishing, water sports, swimming, boat trips, and spotting a diversity of marine life. Divers can explore eight accessible shipwrecks. Swimming with whale sharks is one of the best annual attractions. Sight dolphins, rays, turtles, endemic fish and more

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Culture & Cuisine

A safe and welcoming people. A true melting pot of nationalities and cuisine. Saints are deeply connected to nature, authentically value ‘people’ over ‘technology’, and hold strong family and community values. In such a remote, tight-knit community everyone knows everyone – and can’t wait to welcome you, too.

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History & Heritage

As one of the only mid-Atlantic islands, after its 1502 discovery St Helena was a vital stopover for ships traversing the Atlantic. Plus, its remote location made it an ideal place of exile. This created a true melting pot of history and heritage, totally unique in the world, apparent and readily accessible all across the island.

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