No we weren’t allowed to swim in it.

I would suggest a suit you're not worried about possibly staining. We were told at the resort to wear dark or old suits.

Beautiful setting. We took lots of pictures also. I’m sure it will be ok. Enjoy!

They were constantly about out our resort, St James Morgan Bay, but none at the gardens

Thanks guys . Carnival did not offer this as a tour , that is why I was asking how far it was.

There is nothing strenuous about the walk. As with many of the sights, it is up to you as to how long you wish to stay. There are guides to take you around the garden to point out the various fauna that is there. There is a hot springs house if you wish to soak but it is not really that luxurious looking. The water has all sorts of minerals that make the water look murky fresh from the falls. My understanding is there is filtration before going into the bath house. I found it interesting to see the various types of native plants that grow on the island there.

We went on a tour and groups are always welcomed

We have not traveled to Liberia, CR yet - The Diamond Botanical Gardens were in St Lucia.

Hi, the entrance fee to the gardens was $7. We found them very interesting and informative. We also combined a visit to the Tet Paul trail which is also interesting. I suggest you visit both but if I had to choose I would plum for the Tet Paul trail. Of all the attractions in the Soufriere area we attended the only one I would not recommend would be the sulphur springs. Very uninspiring, extremely difficult to remove the mud from your clothes and body.