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Sustainability is a way of life in St. Kitts, and the island is striving to be a leader in the Caribbean by protecting its natural resources and honouring its biodiversity.

The Central Reserve Rainforest encompasses a quarter of the island, making it a significant natural treasure, and thanks to a successful rainforest regeneration programme and careful controls on development, this is one of the only rainforests in the world that’s expanding. Apart from its crucial role in combating climate change through CO2 absorption, St. Kitts’ rainforest offers extraordinary opportunities for active adventures, ranging from invigorating hikes and thrilling ziplining to immersive tours and farm-to-table dining experiences.

To safeguard the island’s beaches and surrounding reefs, the St. Kitts Tourism Authority and the Ministry of Tourism collaborate closely with tourism partners and the local community. Pioneering initiatives, such as sargassum harvesting, are taking place across the island. Sargassum, which poses risks of suffocating shorelines and threatening marine life, is manually harvested, allowing for the rescue of any marine creatures entangled in the seaweed. The harvested sargassum is then transformed into fertilizer for local farmers, contributing to sustainable practices.

Supporting local businesses constitutes an integral part of St. Kitts’ sustainability endeavors. An outstanding example of this commitment is the opening of “Link-Up Beach Bar & Grill” in Pump Bay, where visitors can savor local catches while enjoying a panoramic ocean view. This establishment entices tourists to spend a full day in an area of the island they may have previously only explored briefly during diving or snorkeling excursions.

As part of its broader sustainability agenda, St. Kitts makes substantial investments in events that drive tourism, promote local culture, support the livelihoods of the local population, and stimulate the country’s economy. The annual music festival not only attracts international artists but also celebrates the talents of local musicians. During the island’s Restaurant Week, participating restaurants always feature a sustainable food staple grown on the island in their menus.

St. Kitts provides various volunteering opportunities for visitors, including the Rail to Trail project, which transforms the island’s former sugar railway into a scenic hiking and biking trail. Additionally, visitors can contribute to the Heart of St. Kitts Foundation, an organization that raises awareness about sustainability priorities and provides funding for local projects focusing on community-driven tourism, preservation of local culture and heritage, as well as land and marine conservation.

Sustainable Accommodation in St. Kitts

Sunset Reef
Belle Mont Farm
St. Kitts Marriott
Park Hyatt St. Kitts

7-night Sustainable St. Kitts Itinerary

from £2,809pp!

Price includes; return direct flights, return private transfers, 5-star Belle Mont Farm, ATOL Protection, and a free £280 donation to charity. 

Suggested itinerary

7:30 am – Summit Time
Have you ever summited a dormant volcano? Today’s your chance. Link up with O’Neils Rainforest Tours or Greg Safaris, lace up your boots, and start your hike through a misty cloud forest. Reaching Mount Liamuiga’s crater may be tough, but those panoramic views make it worthwhile.  You’ll learn about the island’s flora and fauna as you climb, and hear the stories of how so many are used for medicinal purposes.  It’s the full-body workout that you’ll be thankful you did.

17:00pm – Sunset Spa
Round out the day with a relaxing massage on the pool deck of your cottage at Belle Mont Farm. The aromatic Mount Liamuiga Experience – the signature treatment – encompasses a total body, mind and essence experience in 90 minutes and will soothe the aching muscles from the hike and leave you feeling refreshed and ready for an evening of relaxation.

19:30pm – Sprat Net Bar & Grill
There’s nothing like tucking into freshly caught lobster while enjoying ocean views and local rhythms.  Sprat Net, located in Old Town Road,  is a family-run island hot spot serving a variety of freshly-caught grilled fish, lobster,  ribs and chicken with corn on the cob, local ‘johnny cake and potato rolls.  It’s a great spot to meet locals who come from around the island to enjoy the local dining and, on the weekends, listen to their favourite bands.

09:30 am – Walking tour of Basseterre, the capital
Filled with gingerbread-trimmed pastel cottages, Basseterre is a friendly, laid-back town ideal for a morning stroll, and rich with sites which tell the island’s history.  Stops at the St. George’s Anglican Church, Independence Square (formerly Pall Mall Square), the National Museum and Piccadilly Circus are a must. The knowledgeable local guides bring the town to life with interesting commentary.  

10:45 am – Visit to Romney Manor Caribelle Batik
Amble along the southern coast to Old Road Town, the first British settlement in the Caribbean. Just inland await the 17th-century ruins of a sugar mill at the historic Wingfield Estate; the flower-filled gardens of Romney Manor and the Caribelle Batik store, where artisans hand-print fabrics using 2,500-year-old techniques from Indonesia. Try the ‘make-your-own-batik’ experience and create your own special St. Kitts souvenir embedded with years of the island’s history.

11:45 am – Brimstone Hill Fortress National Park
Continue west along the coastal road through picturesque villages dotting the rumpled green, palm-tree-shaded landscape. You can’t miss the towering Brimstone Hill Fortress National Park – a UNESCO World Heritage site -along the way.  Dating from the 1690s, it provides a look into the island’s importance to the United Kingdom and is one of the best-preserved historical fortifications in the Americas.

13:00 pm Beachfront lunch
Enjoy an oceanfront dining experience at Arthur’s which is tucked away on the picturesque tip of the fishing village of Dieppe Bay.  Just 10-minutes from your host hotel Belle Mont Farm, the restaurant is airy and open, located on a black sand beach, and is ideal for enjoying the island vibe and authentic island flavours such as West Indian chowder and hearty lobster pot from the fresh catch of the village fishermen.

18:00 pm – Reggae Beach Lobsterfest
A long-standing tradition at Reggae Beach is where guests enjoy fresh lobster, shrimp and other seafood and a truly Caribbean atmosphere with music and a beachside bonfire.  It’s locally owned and runs, supporting local fishermen for seafood and sourcing its produce from its own family farm Coconut Farm.

09:00 am – Zipline through the rainforest
Head to Wingfield Estate in Old Road to experience the lush tropical rainforests from a thrilling new perspective. With Sky Safari Tours you’ll ride in a comfortable harness reaching speeds of up to 80km an hour on 5 cable lines as you race atop St. Kitts’ spectacular rainforest.

11:00 am – Scenic Railway “Sugar Train”
This tour is an amazing example of how the heritage of the island has been incorporated into its tourism offering today, preserving the island’s story.  Visitors can board the cheerfully painted double-decked train which travels on the restored tracks previously used for transporting sugar cane from the fields to the processing factory.  A two-hour half-tour consists of 18 miles along the eastern side of the island by narrow gauge train, with stunning views complimentary drinks,a cappella singing and guided commentary about the history of the island and sites along the way.

14:30 pm – Volunteer
Get involved and volunteer. This may include beach clean-ups and the Rail to Trail project, where St. Kitts’ old sugar railways have been restored and converted into hiking and biking trails for residents and visitors to explore.  Additionally, you can support the Heart of St. Kitts Foundation, which builds awareness around sustainability priorities and provides funding for local projects that develop community-driven tourism and preserve local culture and heritage as well as land and marine conservation. 

17:00pm – The Strip
Head to the hotspot in Frigate Bay for bar-hopping at sunset and dinner.  It’s the hub of the weekend activity where locals meet to ‘lime’ – relax in the Caribbean vibe.  Sample each of the rustic beach bars – from The Dock to Buddy’s and everything in-between – and get a real taste of the St. Kitts local night scene.

08:30 am – Leatherback ecotour
Join one of the tours of the St. Kitts Sea Turtle Monitoring Network SKSTMN, a 20-year-old community-based non-profit organisation which monitors sea turtle nesting populations and advocates for the strengthening of sea turtle protection laws.  The research team swims out searching for turtles – juvenile hawksbill or green are the main ones found, bringing them to shore for data collection which includes weighing, blood testing, checking overall physical health and tagging for tracking. Guests all observe and assist the team, and learn more about the work of the SKSTMN.

 17:30 pm – Farm-to-table dining
Join the 30-ft community ‘Farm table’ to partake in the resort’s signature farm-to-table experience.  It’s an evening of reverie, companionship and seasonally rotating fare, as you dine with other guests and savour the feast of hand-made bread, mango relish, spicy chutneys and the myriad of west indian-inspired dishes which are shared family-style.

09:30- Day Trip to Nevis
Depart on a day trip to Nevis, St. Kitts’ sister island.  You’ll depart St. Kitts via the 45-minute ferry from Basseterre, giving time to take in the full breadth of the scenic coastline as both islands as you cross the two-mile stretch of the ocean “The Narrows” between them.  A tapestry of vivid green landscapes, blue skies, and long, empty beaches, Nevis has an addictive slow pace of life that will entice you to slow down and relax. Spend the morning exploring the island’s proud history on the Heritage Trail by foot, car or bike; you’ll take in historic churches – one being St. James Anglican Church which has one of just three black crucifixes in the Caribbean – picturesque sugar plantations, and plenty of goats and donkeys.

Elegant Montpelier Plantation, with a 300-year-old sugar mill, is where British Naval hero Horatio Nelson married Frances Nisbet in 1787. Pinney’s Beach is a local favourite, with its spot of locally-owned beach bars from the ever-popular Sunshine’s (famous for its killer bee cocktail – recipe unknown) to Turtletime and The Lime.   

Head back to St. Kitts via the 6-minute water taxi service which takes you into the south-east peninsula just in time for sundowners.  

09:30am – Liamuiga Farm Tour
Nestled 1542 ft. above sea level in the stunning rainforest of St. Kitts, this is more than just a farm tour. It is your own nature retreat – pure air, delicious organic food, peace and serenity. It’s a laid-back escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life while observing stunning flora and fauna, learning about neighbouring farmers and St. Kitts’ Central Forest Reserve National Park. Once guests arrive at the farm, which is locally owned and run, they are invited to indulge in the breakfast platter, freshly and carefully curated by the farm’s culinary masterminds. Guests then take part in a leisurely tour around the farm, seeing coffee and citrus plants, ground provisions, and more, then they join in the three-course meal of freshly-harvested veggies and herbs which bring a unique flavour to the signature Liamuiga Natural Farm salad. Then, the Yaka Mein, a speciality dish, is prepared with the utmost love in the local Yabba Pot, followed by homemade coffee ice cream.

10:00 am – Become a Kittitian RumMaster
Take part in the one-of-a-kind certification programme for exciting and immersive activity can take advantage of the one-of-a-kind Kittitian Rummaster Certification Program. Deep-dive into the history and distilling rum, taste and identify flavour profiles, learn nuances of creating rum cocktails and leave feeling confident in your techniques and skills. You will visit Wingfield Estate – home of the oldest surviving rum distillery in the Caribbean and Spice Mill – home of Hibiscus Spirits. 

12:30 pm – Lunch at Spice Mill
Elevate your tastebuds with the flavours of Caribbean eclectic cuisine while enjoying exceptional hospitality and a modern rustic atmosphere on the oceanfront beach of Cockleshell Bay, St. Kitts.  Using local catch and seasonal vegetables from the local farmers, this locally-owned restaurant is another example of the strong link between the island’s agriculture and tourism industries.

Feeling inspired? Get in touch with our team of expert travel agents via the button below, or email us at [email protected]. Or take a look at the Sustainable Caribbean Supplement of Charitable Traveller Magazine for more sustainable travel ideas!  Don’t forget – every time you book a holiday with us you can donate 5% of the price to the charity of your choice for free!