I think St Kitts is a great island to visit, as it isn’t particularly big, but there is a lot to see and explore. It doesn’t matter if you own property there and visit regularly, or if you are planning a one off visit, you are always likely to find something new and interesting, and getting around is easy as there are numerous car rental companies, and the roads are relatively quiet.
One fun attraction is the Sky Safari, which has five zip lines, and has ferried hundreds of passengers across the canopy since it opened a couple of years ago. It’s very eco-friendly as the lines are anchored to rocks rather than trees. Everyone receives a safety briefing on a short practise line which is just 10 feet off the ground, before embarking on the real thing. Although I find the initial ‘take off’ slightly unnerving, the gorgeous scenery is so distracting that it’s difficult to be frightened. After going on the initial zip line, you’ll find that subsequent zip lines are shorter and faster, and it’s possible to reach speeds of up to 45 miles an hour.
This is a great way to see the jungle, but to really explore you do need to be on foot. I particularly love the trek to the summit of Mount Liamuiga, which is a hike of 3,792 feet, and is easily achievable for anyone with a reasonable level of fitness. It is a dormant volcano and there are numerous rare orchids and ferns in the shaded forest. In addition to seeing the island by car, zip line or foot, you can also choose to explore by quad bike or even horseback.
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