Explore Nevis – Top 10 Must Do
Just a quick boat ride from its sister island of St. Kitts, Nevis is a 36-square-mile island that was once home to two major historical figures, British Admiral Horatio Nelson and Alexander Hamilton, one of the founding fathers of the United States.
This simply elegant island is the quintessential mix of luxury, beautiful scenery, and local culture. The easiest way to unlock all of the secrets of this tiny gem is to follow The Heritage Trail.
1. Walking tour of Charlestown- Brings to life the stories of the slave trade, its religious development and the military’s fierce protection of the sugar that gave the island its nickname, Queen of the Caribbees.
2. Deep Sea Fishing for mahi-mahi, wahoo and kingfish – Nevis offers good fishing areas and sheltered fishing grounds away from strong winds so fishing can take place on most days.
3. Diving in over 70 sites- Nevis is not a major dive destination, in part because it has never been specifically promoted in that way. There are a number of interesting sites, spread around from the east of Nevis to the west end of St. Kitts.
4. Kayaking the coastline of Nevis- Stunning scenary, beautiful golden beaches and a vast array of wildlife are just some of the many reasons to sea kayak the coastline of Nevis.
5. Sailing on a catamaran to secluded snorkeling sites – Sail along scenic coastline into a secluded cove where you’ll marvel rich sea life
6. Golfing a Robert Trent Jones II, 18 hole par 71 course – considered by many top golfers to be one of the best in the world for its beautiful design, panoramic views, brilliantly colored tropical foliage, and lush well-tended greens and fairways.
7. Horseback riding around the foothills of Mount Nevis - Just as there is excellent walking on Nevis, horse-riding offers a great alternative to experience the island.
8. Hiking 3,232 feet to the summit of Nevis Peak - Take it all in atop Mt. Nevis and simply enjoy the beauty of your Nevis
9. Exploring the nature trails of Upper Round Road -The trail circumnavigates 2/3rds of the island from Golden Rock in the east to the Nisbet Plantation Beach Inn on the northern tip.
10. Mountain bike riding in unexplored territory- Explore the best of Nevis amidst an abundance of tropical vegetation and historical remains.
Before jumping back on the ferry and heading back to your St Kitts real estate, don’t forget to visit the famous Sunshine Beach Bar & Grill, and drink an infamous Killer Bee (Sunshine’s special rum drink!).
