St Kitts diving

[SaltyKSue]

Haven't dove it. Had a cruise ship stop there in February. Enjoyed a bus tour of St. Kitts, including time at the scenic, beautifully planted grounds of Romney Manor. Also enjoyed the guys who, for a fee, will let you get a shot with their monkey (we were warned negotiate BEFORE letting any picture be taken!!!).

AWESOME pics Richard - thanks!

I have no experience with this dive op, but they have a number of good reviews on TripAdvisor, but I don't know if they cater to cruise ship divers:

Pro Divers St Kitts Your Padi Dive resort in St Kitts

If they do then I'd rather go with a different dive op I think-

 

[KeithG]

We dived around St. Kitts from the liveaboard Caribbean Explorer and thought that the diving was very good, although we liked the sea mounts around Saba better - but we had better weather at Saba so that was probably a big factor.

We spent a little time on land touring around St. Kitts and it was a beautiful place. I especially remember visiting some gardens where batik fabrics were being crafted while you watched. It was interesting to see the artistry used to produce the beautiful designs and fabrics and clothing articles were available for sale - expensive but unique and created by hand. It was hot in the gardens and workshop so you might want to go there early in the day, if you have the chance.

During that trip we cruised very near to the neighboring island of Nevis, but we didn't stop. If you have the opportunity to visit Nevis I understand that there is a small museum and other attractions for Alexander Hamilton (the guy on the US $10 bill that died in a duel with the US Vice President!) see the link below. I have become interested in Hamilton ever since seeing an excellent production of "Hamilton: the Musical" and would like to visit his birthplace and home if I ever have the opportunity to do so.

We were there during Halloween and visited St. Martin, St. Kitts, and Saba and I don't remember seeing plans for any Halloween activities, events, or parties on any of those islands. I don't think that it is a big deal in that part of the world. In fact, I remember remarking to my fellow divers on Halloween night "This is the worst costume party that I have ever attended!" (No one was in costume!) and they all looked at me in surprise, they had no idea what I was talking about.

There is a medical school on the island, so if you can find a bar that is popular with the students, you might get some Halloween action there - just an idea.

Have a great trip!

Walk in the Footsteps of Alexander Hamilton on This Tiny Caribbean Island | Travel | Smithsonian

Definitely make surface time to drop by Caribelle Batik. Everything is hand made and each item is unique. I have a handful of shirts (should have bought more) that have worn very well over the years.

We also have a few Batik items from Dominica.

I look forward to returning and buying more.

 

[seadweller]

We also stopped in from a MSC cruise . The topside is beautiful . Also did the tour to Romney Manor
and the grounds and landscaping were magnificent . The rain forest was also nice . With all the great
topside and can only imagine what the underwater would look like . Try and get over to Nevis while you
are there . Enjoy your diving and enjoy the island !
Sea Dwellers