SHORE EXCURSIONS

This scenic rail tour runs in a complete circle around the island allowing visitors the opportunity to see the entire country by rail and by road. No trip to this two-island federation is complete without the experience of traveling on the new St. Kitts Scenic Railway, one of the most interesting train rides in the world. This one-of-a-kind narrow gauge railroad was built almost a century ago to deliver sugar cane from the fields to the sugar mills in the capital city of Basseterre. This still operational railway now provides a fascinating way to see the island from the comfort of double-deck railcars built specifically for touring the island of St. Kitts. All guests will have a seat on both levels of the railcar. The upper level features a spacious open-air observation deck with panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

The lower level provides air conditioned comfort with expansive vaulted windows. Island ambiance is evoked with comfortable rattan furniture, complimentary specialty drinks, island music and a colorful narrative. The railway hugs the northeastern coastline with fields of sugarcane from the shoreline up to the mountains. The volcanic mountain ranges rise nearly 4,000 feet above sea level coated with lush green rainforests. The train rolls across tall steel bridges spanning deep canyons, and winds through small villages and farms. Your conductor will point out old sugar estates, sugar mills and windmills while giving insight in to the island’s unique history. Your experience is complimented by a scenic drive along the southern coast. Enjoy excellent vistas of Brimstone fortress, the British "Gibraltar of the Caribbean", Middle Island where an ancestor of U.S. President Thomas Jefferson’s is buried and the neighboring island of Nevis. A truly unique experience!

You will be met at the ship by your knowledgeable tour guide and escorted a few yards to your awaiting 96 feet long vessel and expert, courteous and knowledgeable crew. From here you will embark on an exhilarating enjoyable boat ride from Port Zante following the interesting St Kitts coastline with homes and hotels up the peninsular. Continue around Naghs Head and dock at on one of Nevis’ beaches, right on the beach. Here you can take a swim, have a walk along the Caribbean beach and feel the white sand through your toes or simply relax and soak up the sun on the beach or in the idyllic location on board the boat on your 75 - 90 minutes or so stop. Suitably refreshed the tour follows the coastline back to Port Zante and you will be entertained by a wonderful St Kitts Steel Pan player Time to dance and take in your ultimate Caribbean experience. The tour will include unlimited water and a welcome Ting, beer, rum or fruit punch. Additional drinks and snacks are available for purchase at the well-stocked bar. It’s the tour that has it all…boating in the Caribbean Sea, see tropical fish, a wonderful beach stop, Caribbean music and steel band, sightseeing the St Kitts coastline and some refreshing drinks.

You’ll be transferred to the dolphin facility and upon arrival, attend an informative presentation by the dolphins certified trainers that will prepare you for your dolphin experience.

Now it’s time to meet your dolphin pal! Enter the water outfitted with a life vest and be introduced to a happy, playful dolphin. Touch the dolphin’s soft, smooth skin and listen as it sings. Your new pal will offer you a handshake, then pucker up for a gentle dolphin kiss! Head into deeper water and climb aboard a boogie board and let the dolphin push you through the water. Then, gently grab the dolphin’s pectoral fins for a cruising belly ride—it’s a ride you’ll never forget.

This scenic rail and sail tour runs in a complete circle around the island allowing visitors the opportunity to see the entire country by train and then by catamaran. The St. Kitts Scenic Railway is one of the most beautiful train rides in the world. This one-of-a-kind narrow gauge railroad was built almost a century ago to deliver sugar cane from the fields to the mill in the capital city of Basseterre. The railway now provides a fascinating way to see the island from the comfort of double-deck railcars built specifically for touring the island of St. Kitts. After arriving at La Valle Railway Station, you’ll be transferred the short distance to Pump Bay to board your state-of-the-art catamaran. Sailing along the southwestern coastline of St. Kitts is one of the most spectacular voyages in the Caribbean.

Enjoy excellent vistas of Brimstone Hill Fortress, the British 'Gibraltar of the West Indies' and the many sugar plantations that dot the coast. Small fishing villages nestle among the sugar cane fields at the foot of the lush green slopes of Mount Liamuiga. Pass Old Road, the first British settlement, founded by Sir Thomas Warner in 1624. Sail around Bloody Point, where in 1626 the French and British came together to destroy the power of the Carib Indians. During the cruise back to Basseterre, you can enjoy the open bar for light refreshments.

Start with a driving tour of the French built and established capital city of Basseterre. The city features many landmarks such as, the Treasury Building, erected in 1894, stands majestically as a landmark being refurbished into a National Museum. The Berkeley Memorial which was erected in honor of the Honorable Thomas Berkeley, a legislator and estate owner of the 18th century, Independence Square, The Court, St. George’s Anglican Church with its impressive massive bell tower and steeple. At Romney Manor, home of the world famous Caribelle Batik, you’ll visit the demonstration room, where the acclaimed artists illustrate the wax and dye process of Batik making.

The Romney Manor Estate encompasses eight acres of historic ruins, ancient Carib Indian Rock drawings and a beautiful botanical garden. The tour then continues along the coastal road through remnants of sugar cane plantations to Brimstone Hill Fortress. This magnificent fortress, sitting impressively atop 38 acres of limestone and sulphur composites, is the result of 100 years of slave labor and has endured many wars fought between English, French and Spanish troops, for its control. From the fortress your tour returns to the ship via Basseterre’s Caribbean Sea coastal road.

Snorkel virgin reefs alive with a varying array of tropical fish, large turtles, eagle rays, salt water chub and snapper, which may be sited. Many virgin reefs, volcanic and extensive soft corals, fans and sponges make up the reef life along the Caribbean Sea side of St. Kitts. Refreshments of local non-alcoholic drinks and water will be provided.

Immerse yourself into Kittitian culture as your guide provides a colorful and detailed commentary on St. Kitts and its capital city Basseterre. The tour takes you through the Frigate Bay area located on the Eastern side of the island. The Monkey Bar on Frigate Bay Beach is an airy, sun-flooded restaurant and is one of the most popular beach and lunch stops on the island.

OVERVIEW

Travel through the mountainous interior of St. Kitts in a Jeep Wrangler until you reach a spectacular beach where you will be free to relax as you please. You can take the wheel of the four-person Jeep or just ride along. You can also choose between an open-air vehicle or an air-conditioned one. Either way, the thrills will be nonstop as you follow the off-road trails up and down the rainforest-blanketed mountains. You will pause along the way atop Crescent Hill, which offers a sweeping view of Basseterre and your cruise ship, and see the other side of the island after driving a circuitous route around verdant Green Hill and on to Frigate Bay. In time, you will arrive at Vibes Beach Bar, a popular spot known for its laid-back island ambiance. You might order an ice-cold beverage on your own or head straight for the beach for a swim in the sea.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Ride through St. Kitts’ mountainous interior in a Jeep Wrangler made for adventure.
• Take the wheel of the Jeep or just ride along as a passenger.
• Stop at scenic overlooks that present the island’s natural beauty.
• Relax however you see fit at the lengthy beach that rims Frigate Bay.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

You’ll be transferred to the dolphin facility and upon arrival, attend an informative presentation by the dolphins certified trainers that will prepare you for your fun encounter and guide you through the experience.

Now it’s time to meet the dolphins! Everyone is outfitted with a life vest and stands on a submerged platform in waist-deep water. A happy, playful dolphin will swim over to you as your Dolphin Encounter begins. Touch the dolphin’s soft, smooth skin and watch as it rolls over for a belly rub. Get ready for the thrilling finale – a gentle dolphin kiss!

OVERVIEW

Turn up the island vibes as you cruise through Basseterre aboard a lively open-air Party Bus, complete with upbeat DJ music and a stocked onboard bar. Sip on local beer, rum punch, and sodas as you take in the colorful streets and laid-back energy of St. Kitts’ vibrant capital. After your festive city drive, continue to beautiful Frigate Bay, where a lively beachfront bar and golden sands await. Spend approximately three hours relaxing on a complimentary beach chair, swimming in the warm Caribbean waters, or purchasing tropical cocktails and fresh island fare from the waterfront restaurant. When it’s time to head back, enjoy one last scenic and spirited ride to the port.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Cruise through Basseterre on a music-filled Party Bus.
• Enjoy onboard beverages including local beer, rum punch, and sodas.
• Relax at Frigate Bay with complimentary beach chair access.
• Spend approximately three hours at a lively beachfront bar and restaurant.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing with a swimsuit underneath.
• Bring a towel and sunscreen.

Capture the moment by taking the perfect selfies in Basseterre, the charming capital city of St. Kitts and Nevis. Your experience will start at the Memorial Berkeley, in honor of Thomas B.H. Berkeley, a president of the legislative council; this place named The Circus offers the opportunity to mingle with the locals and get to know the most authentic side of the island. Then go to the Independence Square, this beautiful park has a curiously genteel air with its 18th-century Georgian buildings and the Co-Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, where you can get amazing photos. Admire the War memorial, where you'll discover the island's rich history while also enjoying stunning views of St. Kitts Bay.

Your journey continues to Romney Manor to discover one of the most stunning botanical gardens on St Kitts and take pictures among multiple types of tropical flowers. Then head towards Gibbons Hill and Black Rocks, to see waves colliding where the Caribbean Sea and Atlantic Ocean meet. The panoramic view of this stunning feat of nature is breathtaking.

Timothy Hill Overlook is a must-see! Up here, you will have a 360° view of the entire island. With a memory full of unforgettable pictures, end this amazing experience at Frigate Bay, the most popular and beautiful beach of all on St. Kitts, enjoy yourself with its clear waters and golden sand.

Visit Basseterre’s most epic spots to snap your selfies while enjoying and learning about its history and culture! Selfie Spots:
• The Memorial Berkeley
• Independence Square & Co-Cathedral
• War Memorial
• Romney Manor
• Gibbons Hill
• Black Rocks
• Timothy Hill Overlook
• Frigate Bay

OVERVIEW

Explore the ruins of a 17th-century sugar plantation before hiking into the rainforest with a naturalist guide that will describe the fascinating flora and fauna. While meandering the grounds of Wingfield Estate, you will see the remains of its aqueduct, mill house, lime kiln and rum distillery, which is the oldest in the Caribbean. It was one of the few distilleries that was water-powered rather than wind-powered. Following this intriguing glimpse into the past, you will hike into the surrounding wilderness, a wonderland of tropical plants that includes palms, bamboo, ferns and poinciana, the island’s national tree. It was named for the first French governor of St. Kitt’s, Monsieur de Poincy, and typically blooms in mid-summer. You may also spot colorful birds such as the bananaquit, purple martin and Antillean crested hummingbird, all of which have been portrayed on postage stamps. The brown pelican is the island’s national bird.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Visit the ruins of 17th-century Wingfield Estate, home to the Caribbean’s oldest distillery.
• Enjoy a leisurely hike into the mountainous rainforest that surrounds the estate.
• Observe exotic flora and fauna in the rainforest, which the naturalist guide will describe.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.