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Make your own wooden bowl from the fruit of Calabash, national tree of St Lucia
5.0
16 Ratings
Gros Islet
Create your own handmade bowl from tree fruit. Customize it based on your preference. They are available in various forms and dimensions, catering to diverse requirements.
Duration:
1 hour, 40 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Trouya Beach - The process of shaping a calabash bowl from the fruit promises to be an engaging and artistic endeavor that results in a one-of-a-kind keepsake. Equipped with a hacksaw (for cutting), a spoon (for hollowing out), and a dremel or screw (for etching or carving), you set forth on an adventure to turn a simple fruit into an artistic utility item.
After this distinctive encounter with the local Rastafari duo “Mel and Ekie”, you depart with an extraordinary memento
- a capricious yet practical bowl (or perhaps a pair) that has its own narrative. Whether it serves as a memento of an unforgettable journey or a treasured piece of home decoration, your calabash bowl is destined to be a focal point of interest, eliciting wonder and appreciation for your handiwork.
What's Included
- Includes one calabash fruit for crafting.
- Hacksaw provided for cutting.
- Spoon available for scraping and carving.
What's Not Included
- Bottled water
- Alcoholic Beverages
- You should bring a towel cushion or beach blanket to sit on the sand.
Location
Trouya Beach
Trouya Beach is found in the Windjammer gap, this is our main meeting point but other meeting points can be arranged on request.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Ben
Jun 21, 2024
Fun and friendly activity - This was great fun. Mel was very welcoming and created a friendly atmosphere in a beautiful location to create our own unique souvenir each of our holiday here in St Lucia. Would definitely recommend this!
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Benleto
Jun 21, 2024
Fun and friendly experience - This was great fun. Mel was very welcoming and created a friendly atmosphere in a beautiful location to create our own unique souvenir each of our holiday here in St Lucia. Would definitely recommend this!
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Navigator14655488093
Jun 21, 2024
A must do - It was breathtaking. To watch a fruit turn into a piece of art was merely the icing on the cake. Interacting with Melanie and Ekie and being with them as we took the journey from plant to center piece was the entire experience. Everyone should try it!!
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Steven_p
Jun 8, 2024
Fun class! - Super fun afternoon with amazing one of a kind souvenirs to take home. Mel was kind and accommodating as our driver was stuck in traffic and we were late! Whole family loved the experience and would definitely recommend! She assisted if we needed but did not rush anyone’s creative process! She took lots of pictures and sent them to us right away!
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Foodfodder
Apr 24, 2024
Made our own Calabash bowls - Had a fantastic afternoon with Mel & Ekie they cooked a variety of traditional, delicious Caribbean meals for us.
We got to choose which Carabash fruits we wanted carved into bowls & Mel helped us create the designs. These will make fantastic souvenirs and we would highly recommend this.
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Kathys768
Mar 19, 2024
Unique and wonderful experience - This was such a cool thing to do and you get to take a nice souvenir home too. It was on a private beach which was beautiful and they even brought music to play Caribbean music. They were so helpful and very kind. Ours turned out so cool. I would highly recommend anybody to do this because it’s so different. And I go home with a very unique souvenir besides is a highlight.
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Peter_s
Mar 18, 2024
A unique memorable experience - This was such a unique and beautiful experience. The beach was secluded the couple was absolutely excellent. They helped us in any way they could and really made the experience special. And what a beautiful memory to bring home the bowls were beautiful when finished.
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Jody_f
Dec 15, 2023
Unique Activity in Saint Lucia—Creating Bowls from Calabash Fruit - Excellent activity. We enjoyed working with Mel on the beach to create our own bowls from the Calabash Fruit. Wonderful keepsake to take home with us to remind us of our wonderful trip to Saint Lucia. 😎
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Userlarissak
Oct 17, 2023
Amazing calabash bowl with Mel! - This was one of the best activities I have done with TripAdvisor! A great host, a great deal, and the most amazing souvenir to bring back home. Mel found me the perfect calabash and I actually got to make the bowl myself. We cut it in half, scraped it out, and sanded the inside with a sand and coconut. 100% natural. One of the coolest things I’ve done by far!!
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U4398rijeffreyc
May 6, 2023
Real St Lucian experience! - Such a great time making Calabash bowls! Thank you to a great host who helped us create a lasting memory.
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