Local Behind The Scenes Tour Of St. Kitts: Immersive Cultural and Traditional Experiences

Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of St. Kitts with our local behind-the-scenes tour. Experience traditional food, music, and traditions as we revolutionize the island tour experience.

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Berkeley Memorial - Situated in the town center, this drinking fountain was imported from Scotland in 1883 and remains functional to this day.
  • Independence Square - A historic site that is a must-visit for all tourists. We also recommend trying some local cuisine if interested.
  • His Majesty’s Prison (Basseterre) - Built in 1840 for 82 inmates, this prison in Saint Kitts now holds around 320 inmates, including pretrial detainees mixed with convicted prisoners. Most have beds, though some sleep on blankets on the floor.
  • St. George’s Anglican Church - The largest church in Basseterre, located at the head of Church Street. It resembles an English parish church with heavy andesite rock walls and a slate roof. The church has a history of rising from adversity, much like the mythical Phoenix.
  • Government Headquarters - Located on Church Street, this site once housed the Newstead and Waterloo buildings and some smaller residences. In the late 19th century, the lower western corner of Church and Central Street was dominated by the Newstead Hotel.
  • Joseph N France General Hospital - The main and largest hospital on the island.
  • Carib Brewery - The only brewery in St. Kitts, where the local beer is produced.
  • Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine - The largest university on the island, offering American and Canadian veterinary programs.
  • Bloody Point - The site where over 2,000 Kalinago people were massacred by European colonists.
  • Old Road Town - Home to Kalinago rock drawings dating back to 2500 BC.
  • Wingfield Estate Sugar Plantation Ruins - A water-powered sugar plantation.
  • Old Road Rum Co at Wingfield Estate Sugar Plantation Ruins - An old rum distillery uncovered after being hidden for hundreds of years. Visitors can try the fastest-selling local rum.
  • Wingfield-Phillips Rain Forest Nature Trail - A trail where you can experience the rainforest and hear birds chirping.
  • Sir Thomas Warner Gravestone - The tomb of Captain Sir Thomas Warner, who died on March 10, 1649, in St. Kitts. The tomb of Samuel Jefferson, the great-great-grandfather of U.S. President Thomas Jefferson, was also originally located here.
  • Boat Yard - The island’s only boat yard, featuring a shipwreck still in the ocean.
  • Brimstone Hill Fortress National Park - A comprehensive site to explore.
  • Sandy Point Town - Home to the island’s oldest Catholic church, where John Newton, the author of “Amazing Grace,” was ordained by three Catholic ministers.
  • Dieppe Bay Town - A place where the Atlantic and Caribbean seas meet, offering a side-by-side comparison before reaching Timothy Hill.
  • Black Rocks - A stunning site with volcanic rocks in the ocean, offering breathtaking views and visibility of five neighboring islands.
  • Mount Liamuiga - The island’s highest peak and a former refuge for runaway slaves. It is also a volcano and resembles a detailed woman.
  • Canada Estate - The industrial area of St. Kitts, featuring masonry production plants and a quarry for large boulders.
  • Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport - The island’s only international airport.
  • Kim Collins Highway - Named after Kim Collins, who won the 100m dash at the 2003 World Championships, making him the world’s fastest man that year.
  • Eastern Caribbean Central Bank - The central bank serving multiple members of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS), issuing the Eastern Caribbean Dollar.
  • St. Kitts Marriott Resort & The Royal Beach Casino - The largest and most consistently occupied hotel on the island.
  • Timothy Hill - A spot to meet, pet, and take pictures with the island’s green vervet monkeys, offering a panoramic view of Frigate Bay from above.
  • Frigate Bay - A beach and strip area where you can relax, try local lunches, and interact with locals at Inon’s beach bar.
  • Basseterre - A downtown tour featuring souvenir shops, food, a war memorial, historical churches, and the Berkeley Memorial.
  • Port Zante - The final stop, offering various attractions and a good time before heading back to Port Zante.
What's Included
  • Back to Ship On Time Guaranteed
  • Private transportation
  • Prizes to be won
  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
  • Local brewed beverages from our only brewery on island
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Beach Time (For tours booked for November 2024 - May 2025)
What's Not Included
  • Lunch(You do have an option to eat when we get to the beach from a variety of bars at your own cost)
Additional Information

Come and hang with the boys. When you are with us, you’re no longer just a tourist. You are now a Kittitian. We want to give you the real local experience. We want you to feel and live our culture as we revolutionize the traditional regular island tours. We are sure you don’t just want to drive around the island in a taxi for hours. We think you would much rather, hang with the boys as we introduce you to our culture so you can experience the true beauty of our island, from our food, music, traditions and much more. Welcome to Saint Kitts.

Location
Berkeley Memorial
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Navigator53335990277
Aug 2, 2024
St. Kitts with the best tour guide - Segmentz - My husband and I visited St. Kitts in July 2024. We wanted to experience as much of the island as possiblebon our short trip. Our travel agent booked this tour for us. Our tour guide, Segmentz, was excellent. He took us all over the island. He made the tour fun. He was very friendly and knowledgeable about the history of St. Kitts and knew lots of facts about the people, the culture, attractions, animals, and plants. We walked in the rain forest. Went to a spot where we could see the both the Atlantic Ocean and Carribean Sea. He took us to a vendors' market for inexpensive souvenirs. The funny part was running into a flock of sheep. I wanted to see the volcano up close, but that wasn't in this tour. We got to experience a lot more than if we had just visited one place. Overall, it was a great tour. It was well worth the price.
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U23yvfrancescac
Aug 2, 2024
St Kitts Tour - our tour guide Segmentz was amazing ! showed us all the best spots around st Kitts and filled us with all of his knowledge about the island. The views were incredible and overall had a fantastic day.
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817savannahg
Jul 31, 2024
Amazing, personable tour experience. - This tour was great! Went as a group of 8 friends in our 20s. Our tour guide Marle was super personable and knowledgeable of the island. The tour felt very organic and not scripted. You could really tell he was speaking from the heart and wanted to show us all the best spots on the island. We told him we were interested in local fruit and he just pulled over on the side of the road and got us some. We expressed that we wanted some local cuisine for lunch and he took us to a great spot! “Yummy’s Island Cuisine” after our tour was over. Marle even kept in contact with us after and gave us some advice on restaurants and bars that we might enjoy on our stay. I would absolutely recommend this for any group, whether you are a group of friends looking for a good time or family wanting to learn more about the island.
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Melodysperry
Jul 28, 2024
Amazing tour with Marle! A must in St. Kitts! - My family and I booked this as part of a cruise vacation and it did not disappoint. Marle and Dads (the driver) gave us an amazing tour of St. Kitts. Marle is super knowledgeable about his country and provided the perfect amount of facts, trivia, and even prizes!!!!! This was by far my favorite tour of the entire trip and I would whole heartedly recommend him to others. You will have a great time!!
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Carlo_c
Jul 28, 2024
Great day out - Our guide was brilliant, very good knowledge of the island and nothing was too much trouble. Highly recommended
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Melody_p
Jul 26, 2024
Amazing tour with Marle! A must if you are in St Kitts - My family and I booked this as part of a cruise vacation and it did not disappoint. Marle and Dads (the driver) gave us an amazing tour of St. kitts. Marle is super knowledgeable about his country and provided the perfect amount of facts, trivia, and even prizes!!!!! This was by far my favorite tour on our cruise vacation and I would whole heartedly recommend him to others. You will have a great time!!!
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S8759lahannahg
Jul 23, 2024
10/10 tour! - We couldn't have asked for a better tour. Segmentz took excellent care of us, showing us all of beautiful St Kitts. He was extremely knowledgeable and interested in our journey to re-connect with our Kittian and Nevisian heritage. The whole tour was so engaging and catered to every member of our family, the youngest being only 9. We came away with so much knowledge of the island ready for the rest of our holiday. Highly recommend doing the tour as soon as you arrive to really get a feel of your surroundings! Thanks so much for a great day!
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590eo
Jul 23, 2024
A must do! - An amazing, in depth island tour of St kitts. I would recommend doing this early on in your holiday if you get the chance- Segmentz will give you tips on where to see, eat and enjoy the island! This tour felt personable, and I saw so many “must sees” on my list. I adored every second.
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Jacob_f
Jul 21, 2024
St. Kitts Experience For The Ages - One of the best experiences of my life. Segmentz made us feel like family. He gave us personalized private tour and allows us to ask questions. He gave us great information about the island. Including how the locals live and great view from Timothy Hill. It was photo op that will make all travelers green with envy. The view of the Atlantic Ocean and Caribbean Island is such surreal moment in life. It will humble you in life, as life slows down and makes you appreciate this beautiful country. The rum tasting is experience you can’t miss as well, as you learn about the fermentation process along the way. We enjoyed the restaurant recommendation of Zanzi Bar & Grill as the food was delicious. The cocktails were phenomenal as well. I can’t say enough good things about this tour, but I would say it is mistake to miss it.
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E1030jsalexandram
Jul 21, 2024
Our favorite experience! 10/10 - My friends and I all agreed that this was the best tour we did during our trip to St. Kitts! Marle was so easy to talk to and shared so much about the islands history. Conversations were very natural and not scripted like some larger tours! Complimentary drinks were great and he even took us to a local spot for some delicious food!! Tour felt extremely personalized and would highly recommend for any group.
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