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Soufriere Hills Volcano

Montserrat
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Ranked #1 of 15 attractions in Montserrat
Type: Volcanos
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Sault Ste. Marie, Canada
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40 reviews 40 reviews
16 attraction reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
123 helpful votes 123 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013

People come to Montserrat for 2 things - solitude, and the volcano. Neither disappoints! I highly suggest driving around to view the volcano from different angles. One of the best views we had while there was from the pool area of the former Montserrat Springs Hotel. Absolutely fabulous! The two days we were there, the dome was shrouded in clouds,... More

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Oslo, Norway
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33 reviews 33 reviews
8 attraction reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 28, 2013

Og to the MVO (Montserrat Volcano Observatory), og Down to Belham Valley, and across it, up on the other side. Go round the island to Jackboy Hill and get an impression from there, including the devastating sight of the old capital Plymouth, now buried deep under debris, lava and volcaic rocks. Be awed at the forces of nature.

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Boyne City, Michigan
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12 attraction reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 22, 2013

This is a not to be missed experience if you travel to Montserrat. The tour offered by Sunny Lea explains in detail about the volcano and how it has changed life here.

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Pwllheli, Gwynedd
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 9, 2013

Since 2010 the volcano has been fairly quiet, still fascinating to look at, but not interfering with the life of the island. Don't think that you go to Montserrat just to see the volcano, it is a beautiful island and there is loads to do and see. Everybody is so friendly and welcoming, there is wonderful scenery, lovely beaches where... More

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San Francisco
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20 reviews 20 reviews
9 attraction reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 2, 2013

I took a day trip via ferry from Antigua to Montserrat with D&J Forwarder Tours. This trip is currently only available on Thursdays. The cost is $150 US, which includes ferry, lunch and guide. If you have not been on a ferry in the Caribbean, be prepared and take Bonine before you travel, it you are not used to choppy... More

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Oxford
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 14, 2012

Visiting the outskirts of Plymouth and walking across the mudflows of the Belham River is quite extraordinary and very reminiscent of Pompeii in many ways. It is almost unbelievable to think that the Belham River is 40 feet below the current ground level. The roof of the three storeyed "Crowe's" house, once an upmarket guest house and restaurant, is all... More

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Houston
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13 reviews 13 reviews
5 attraction reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 18, 2012

Of course this was our #1 spot becaus ethics is why we came. We were fortunate that we could see the volcano one day and it was worth it. Completely mesmerizing to us.

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Isle of Wight, United Kingdom
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44 reviews 44 reviews
9 attraction reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 17, 2012

Althought we couldnt see her through the cloud we could see the devestation that she left behind! Maqke sure you ask a local for a tour as the flash floods are mental. It is a real eye opener to see the devestation!!!

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Napa, California
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17 reviews 17 reviews
3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 9, 2012

This is the best reason to visit Montserrat. In order to really appreciate it, you will either have to rent a car or take a tour. I can recommend Sunny Lea at Gingerbread Hill to give an excellent tour. He has lived on Montserrat for most of his life. He'll give you an overview of life on the island, and... More

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ottawa
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 30, 2012

Just returned from our trip to Montserrat. Very beautful island. The ferry trip over can be of some difficulty for those who have not spent any time at sea. (minor seasickness by some tourists when we did go, none for us though.) This is a British colony, as such the flavour and impact on the island is quite evident. People... More

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