Things to do

A tropical haven that is contoured by clear blue skies, pristine cobalt waters and lush green vegetation, Saint Kitts and Nevis is one of the most popular tourist hotspots in the Caribbean. Here are some helpful tips on the best activities to indulge in when making a trip to this picturesque island.

Half day tour of Saint-Kitts and Nevis

The perfect way to explore the naturally breathtaking features of the island is to take a half day tour of the destination. Catch glimpses of Saint-Kitts and Nevis’s ancient sugar plantations, visually stunning botanical gardens and antique estates that drip with cultural elegance. The visit covers traces of the island’s colonial era with monuments in Charlestown apart from a visit to the Nelson Museum that exhibits memorabilia ranging from ceramics and figurines to paintings and ship models. Tour costs approximately $ 100 per person.

Scuba diving

Go on a diving adventure in the turquoise waters on Nevis and explore virgin reefs and a gamut of tropical underwater life. Visitors can spot gallant corals, tube sponges, sea fans and swim amongst a bevy of snappers, angelfish, barracudas and jacks. The elegant sea turtles glide majestically and let you catch them at their unguarded best. Super experience. Several groups on the island offer introductory diving lessons for novices and it is mandatory to obtain a diving certification card.

Horsing around

Another excellent idea to discover the charisma of the Saint Kitts and Nevis is to navigate it on a horseback. The tropical sandy beaches and lush rain forests are best discovered by renting a horse for the day and embarking on a thrilling horse ride that covers several popular and lesser known beaches of the island along with its rugged paths. Visitors also have the opportunity of opting for a guided horseback tour.

Go take a hike

Saint Kitts and Nevis has numerous hiking trails that cut through its dense rainforests and gigantic volcanoes. Several companies offer guided tours and most lease hiking equipment. The stunning vistas from the island’s elevated peaks are worth witnessing .

Yummy memories

Shop for some lip-smacking jellies, hot sauces and preserves at the Nevis Handicraft Cooperative located in the heart of Charlestown and for the more artistically inclined, the Newcastle Pottery Centre is a fabulous destination to take home some excellent pieces of hand molded pots that are being wrought right in front of your eyes. 

Saint Kitts and Nevis with pursue you relentlessly with its naturally dexterous landscape and the super line-up of activities it fosters.