"Fly Zone" at Loterie Farm
We didn't pay BJ much mind when he explained his plan to turn Loterie Farm into one of the Caribbean's leading attractions. This idea of a tree-top path sounded too excentric, even for him. But now BJ pulled it off: The "Fly Zone" opened last week to the public and the response is phenomenal!

Let him explain in his own words what the Fly Zone is about: "The Fly Zone will suspend you high above our private forest reserve where you'll soar between majestic 200 year old mango and mahogany trees. The exhilarating traverse course and variety of zip-lines is guaranteed to leave you in a state of euphoria!"

A team of French technicians installed the rather sophisticated equipment during the months of October and November. A government official flew in from Paris to evaluate the health of the trees and to certify this first and only tree-top excursion on St. Martin.

The Fly Zone is not for the timid and unfit. If you bring more than 220 pounds to the scale, you need to diet before you are allowed to participate. A certain fitness level is required to enjoy this 90 minute trail through Loterie Farms tree tops. A team of instructors is teaching the basics of handling the harness and clips and guides through the first half hour. Safety is guaranteed if the instructions are being followed. For kids too small to enjoy the main trail, there is a separate "Little Tarzan" trail.

So, dear island visitor: Don't forget to stop at Loterie Farm to have a look at this newest thrill. Even if you are not comfortable to participate, its worth checking this unusual concept out. The hiking trails up the mountain are beautifully maintained as always and Julie still cooks up a storm at the Hidden Forest Cafe - offering a new menu for this winter season.

You find Loterie Farm on the road to Pic Paradis. For reservations call 0590.87.86.16

- posted by Jan @ 7:41 PM