Can you swim from St. Kitts to Nevis?


Can you swim from St. Kitts to Nevis? The Nevis to St Kitts crossing is a significant open water swim of 4.1 km/2.5mile across The Narrows. Conditions during the event may be challenging and swimmers should have a good understanding of open water swimming.


Is there a water taxi from St Kitts to Nevis?

Blu Waves offers daily scheduled transfers between St. Kitts and Nevis, private charters & snorkeling adventures. See you on board!


How do you get between St Kitts and Nevis?

From St Kitts to Nevis: The two islands are separated by a 2 mile channel. If you arrive in St Kitts, you can take a short taxi journey from the airport to the ferry port and take the 45 minute scenic ferry ride to Nevis. The ferry goes twice daily.


What is the prettiest beach in St. Kitts?

10 Best Beaches in St Kitts and Nevis
  • Cockleshell Bay Beach.
  • South Friars Bay.
  • Turtle Beach.
  • Majors Bay Beach.
  • Oualie Beach.
  • Pinney's Beach.
  • Sand Bank Bay.
  • White House Bay.


Are beaches in St Kitts swimmable?

With volcanic landscapes, clear waters and idyllic white sand beaches, this tiny island nation offers some stunning swimming opportunities as we explore the bays, beaches and shipwrecks which make up the country's beautiful coastline.


Can you swim between Caribbean islands?

The Nevis to St Kitts Cross Channel Swim is an annual swim across the Narrows, the incredibly attractive stretch of water between the twin Caribbean islands of Nevis and St Kitts.


How long is the ferry ride from St Kitts to Nevis?

Getting Around. From St Kitts to Nevis: The two islands are separated by a 2 mile channel. If you arrive in St Kitts, you can take a short taxi journey from the airport to the ferry port and take the 45 minute scenic ferry ride to Nevis. The ferry goes twice daily.


What is the nicest part of St. Kitts?

Kittian Village is a luxurious, purpose-built resort area on the eastern coast of St Kitts, around 20 minutes' drive from the capital. With a host of hotels and many restaurants to choose from, this is the most popular place to stay on the island.


What to avoid in St. Kitts?

Don't carry large amounts of money with you. Keep your doors locked while driving and watch out for hazards on the road. LGBTQ+ visitors should avoid displays of physical affection when in public areas as St. Kitts and Nevis are part of the Caribbean nations that have outlawed homosexual relations.


Which is nicer St Kitts or Nevis?

Saint Kitts is the larger and slightly more developed of the two islands, and it hosts the nation's capital of Basseterre. Nevis, on the other hand, is a bit “wilder” and more laidback, but it beats its bigger twin when it comes to pristine beaches and hiking scenery.


Can I swim with turtles in the Caribbean?

These tiny lands are protected by the vast and beautiful horseshoe reef teeming with tropical sea life, including green and leatherback turtles. In the Tobago Cays, you are in for the most beautiful experience, swimming with the turtles in the sea which is ranked among the best in the world, if not the best.