Batik and Beach

This picturesque island sightseeing combined with botanical gardens bordering on the edge of the rainforest, batik art, awesome views and beach time creates an easy and relaxed half day excursion for all to enjoy. Your friendly and knowledgeable taxi driver guide will unfold the secrets of St. Kitts beginning with a narrated tour of colonial styled Basseterre City (est.1720) whose centuries old Cathedrals; national landmarks such as the Clock Tower; Independence Square – once a slave market and aged wooden and volcanic stone buildings, brings the past to life. Your scenic island drive takes you past the egrets nesting grounds; modern universities, plantation homes; Bloody Point River where thousands of native Carib Indians were massacred by the British and French in 1626; through historic Old Road town; past the Carib fertility Petroglyphs and onto Caribelle Batik nestled in the beautiful grounds of Romney Manor. You are invited to tour the splendid colourful botanical gardens, once home of the Carib chief King Tegreman and view the short demonstration of the 2,500 year old Indonesian process of Batik printing. Take the opportunity to shop for unique island made souvenirs. Depart Romney Manor for Timothy Hill Look Out situated on a peninsula hilltop with breath taking vistas of elegant homes and the hotel resorts of Frigate Bay surrounded by the tempestuous Atlantic Ocean as well as the balmy inviting waters of the Caribbean Sea. Look out for the prevalent green vervet monkey on your short drive to South Friar’s beach whose surroundings reflects the exotic allure of the tropics and serenity of the island. Enjoy a swim in the crystal clear waters of the Caribbean, snorkel, bask in the sun or enjoy a stroll along the pristine shoreline. There is a selection of restaurant/bars on the beach where you can purchase a variety of food, beverages, beach chairs and umbrellas at your own expense. Your memorable excursion concludes with a short panoramic drive back to the port.

Departures (Local Time)

9:30 AM (Hours: 4)