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St. Kitts 4-Hour Sail & Snorkel with Open Bar & Lunch

St. Kitts 4-Hour Sail & Snorkel with Open Bar & Lunch

Enjoy a cruise to a top snorkeling site off St. Kitts, sailing by luxurious, fully equipped catamaran with an attentive and friendly crew. On this half-day activity you can take advantage of a snorkel lesson from a member of the crew. There’s no need to bring snorkeling equipment, it’s already on board! While you’re taking in the underwater world the crew will lay out a light buffet style lunch for your pleasure. Back on the cat after your snorkeling adventure there’s an open bar for you to enjoy as well. The catamaran features state of the art bathrooms, sunning nets, plenty of seating space, music, and a fully stocked bar. Note that alcoholic beverages are served only after the snorkel portion of the tour.

Saint Kitts: Nevis Getaway to Pinney’s Beach by Boat

Saint Kitts: Nevis Getaway to Pinney’s Beach by Boat

Begin your trip with a 30-minute ride on a sleek powerboat from the marina in St. Kitts to the beautiful Pinney's Beach on Nevis island. Cruise along the Southeast Peninsula of Saint Kitts on the 15 km boat ride to Nevis. Relax with a refreshing beverage as you view the unspoiled coastline and watch Nevis' peak grow nearer.    Once you arrive at the Pinney's Beach you will have 3.5 hours to relax, swim, have lunch, and the explore this stunning island. Packed with upscale relaxation, you can sit back in your reserved deckchair as the gentle sea breeze caress you. Take the chance to admire and explore your beautiful surroundings. Enjoy mile after mile of superb white sand and a beguiling array of options for eating and drinking. There will be ample time to enjoy lunch at one of the adjacent beach bars and restaurants. Maximize your time on Pinney's Beach as the boat picks you up straight from the beach for the return journey to St. Kitts.

St. Kitts: Top Sights Guided Van or Open-Air Safari Tour

St. Kitts: Top Sights Guided Van or Open-Air Safari Tour

Discover everything St. Kitts has to offer on a guided motorized tour of the island. Relax with a glass of rum at Wingfield Plantation, see the city of Basseterre, and explore Romney Manor's botanical gardens. Meet your tour guide in front of MauPau Casino, right next to the cruise port. Board your van or open-air safari truck and head off for a tour of the island. Tour around the capital city of Basseterre before making your way to the eastern end of the island. Stop at Wingfield Plantation, and quench your thirst with a complimentary rum drink. Head to Romney Manor and explore the grounds of this 18th-century site, transformed into one of St. Kitts' most stunning botanical gardens. Continue to Frigate Bay and stop off at the iconic Timothy Hill. Marvel at the vast expanse of water, with the Atlantic Ocean on your right and the Caribbean Sea on your left. If you wish, enjoy about 1.5 hours to relax on the beach at Frigate Bay before returning to Basseterre.

St. Kitts Mount Liamuiga Volcano Hike

St. Kitts Mount Liamuiga Volcano Hike

Recently renamed Mt Misery now Mount Liamuiga is a stratovolcano that stands tall on the northern end of St Kitts. Come and learn how this volcano has shaped most of our island. Enjoy a scenic drive to a volcano, as you learn of our island passing through our capital city, academic areas, and other communities such as a former slave "free village". Also, uncover a sugar estate and botanical garden. Learn about nature and livestock, such as Vervet Monkeys. Going through some farms and former sugarcane fields, we'll hike from 700 Ft. to approx. 3000 Ft. of height of our volcano's 3, 793 ft. summit. Overlook the volcano's crater, with a panoramic view of the community below, along with a view of the neighboring island's volcano.

From Port Zante: Beach Break to Cockleshell Beach

From Port Zante: Beach Break to Cockleshell Beach

Travel by bus from Port Zante in our city of Basseterre for approximately 25 minutes to the Southern Peninsula, with a brief stop at Timothy Hill where the Atlantic Ocean is on your left and the Caribbean Sea on your right for a great photo opportunity. Onwards to Cockleshell Beach, upon arrival, you'll receive a welcome drink (a rum punch or a fruit punch) and be given a lounge chair to use. You can rent umbrellas ($10USD) and purchase food and beverages at your own expense. Just kick back and soak in the natural beauty and the views of the aqua blue water and the island of Nevis. Also, try the variety of activities available (extra cost), such as parasailing, jet ski rental, snorkeling, kayaks, deep sea fishing and more! You will be picked up and returned to Port Zante with plenty of time for any last minute shopping.

St. Kitts: Nevis Island Tour and Beach Time with Lunch

St. Kitts: Nevis Island Tour and Beach Time with Lunch

Board a fast and comfortable power catamaran at the St. Kitts Cruise Port and head over to Charlestown on the beautiful sister island of Nevis, known in colonial days as the Queen of the Caribbean. Switch to an air-conditioned van once on Nevis and enjoy a panoramic tour of the island. See the lush tropical vegetation competing for your attention with spectacular views of the Caribbean Sea. Pause for a photo stop at Hamilton House, the birthplace of the first American Secretary of the Treasury, Alexander Hamilton. Let your guide point out other interesting landmarks along the way. Have an opportunity to visit St.Thomas Lowland Church, the oldest Anglican Church in the Caribbean, dating back to 1643. Take in amazing views of St. Kitts. Enjoy a brief stop at an 18th-century plantation great house, converted to a modern boutique hotel. Go through quaint villages to a beautiful beach for a delicious Caribbean-style lunch. Sip on rum or fruit punch and lounge around in your beach chair. Take a refreshing swim in the blue waters of the Caribbean Sea or just relax in the sand. Get back on your boat straight from the beach when it's time to go.

St Kitts: Jungle Bikes Off-Road ATV Tour

St Kitts: Jungle Bikes Off-Road ATV Tour

Admire the stunning views of the mountains as you ride an ATV through sugar cane plantations and woods trails around the island of St Kitts. Depart directly from your accommodation and follow your guide on a trip to learn more about the history, vegetation, and wildlife of the area. Receive an ATV briefing then hit the trails and explore the lesser-known but incredibly beautiful areas of the region. The trails will take you through hills, sugar cane tractor paths, and forests, for a comprehensive overview of the local landscape. Stay on the lookout for the native wildlife roaming freely in their natural habitat and learn the history of the countryside and its flora and fauna during narrated breaks. Boost your energy throughout the adventure with complimentary snacks and drinks.

St. Kitts Full-Day Catamaran Cruise to Nevis

St. Kitts Full-Day Catamaran Cruise to Nevis

Climb aboard a state-of-the-art catamaran and sail to the beautiful island of Nevis on this 7-hour adventure tour from Port Zante Marina, St. Kitts. Feel the breeze in your hair and the sun on your face as you cross the water. Drop anchor en route in a secluded cove, and dive in to snorkel and swim among snappers, damsels, trumpet fish, angelfish, and several species of parrotfish. Explore the huge boulders underwater that are home to a rich variety of marine life too. After your snorkel, the crew will prepare a delicious lunch while you relax on deck. Then hoist sail and set off to picturesque Pinneys Beach where you can stroll down to the Four Seasons and shop in the boutique or relax in the balmy Caribbean sun. Sail leisurely back to Port Zante Marina in the mid afternoon, and let the attentive crew serve complimentary beverages, including alcohol, once your snorkel session is done.

St Kitts Mini Speedboat and Snorkel Tour

St Kitts Mini Speedboat and Snorkel Tour

Benefit from pick-up at the cruise ship terminal or Frigate Bay Beach. Then, embark on a thrilling snorkeling adventure by 2-person mini speedboat. Skim across the waters along the sheltered southeast peninsula of St Kitts. Get a safety briefing to ensure you feel confident with the experience before you set off. Stop to snorkel in the crystal clear waters to view the rich marine life of the Caribbean Sea at leisure. Your tour leader will ensure that you are comfortable with the provided snorkeling equipment, including a mask, fins and flotation vest. They will also offer help to any novice snorkelers. Hop back aboard the mini speedboat for a 2nd exhilarating run down the coastline back to the beach. Drop anchor and enjoy a complimentary snack of local fruits and juices on the beach. Get dropped off back at the cruise ship port at the end of the services.

Basseterre: Plantation and Beach Extravaganza

Basseterre: Plantation and Beach Extravaganza

Enjoy a tour around the historic capital of Basseterre, before journeying along the coastal countryside to the most beautiful plantations on the island, Romney Manor, home of Caravel Batik. The first stop on this sightseeing tour of St. Kitts takes you to Timothy Hill for a breathtaking panoramic view of both Frigate Bay and the South East Peninsula where you see both the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea running parallel to each other! It's a breathtaking panoramic view that's second to none.  Continue on your tour with a visit to Friars Bay (Carambola Beach Club) which is your guide's first choice for the beach portion of this St. Kitts tour. Activities at the beach include water sports such as snorkeling, water skiing, sailing, and much more. For those who just want to sit back and relax, all the amenities are available at the beach, bathrooms, change rooms, beach chairs, umbrellas, restaurants, beach bars, and much, much more.

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