Silversea Luxury Cruises A CHARLESTOWN (Nevis)

The tiny Island of Nevis has remained a well-kept secret. This popular mountain bike tour provides a unique opportunity to discover the dramatic volcanic landscape, beautiful white sand beaches and rich flora and fauna.

Join a 15 minutes ride by van to Oualie Beach where there will be an orientation and preparation for biking

Bike Ride

Historically, the slopes of Nevis were covered with fields of sugar cane interspersed with plantation houses. The legacy of this bygone era is a multitude of tracks and trails that crisscross the entire island, providing an adventurer's playground that has you constantly coming up against relics and remnants of Nevis' former days of glory.

Situated on the extensive ground of the Golden Rock Hotel, this nature trail highlights the flora of Nevis with special focus on its medicinal and local uses.

Enjoy a gentle hike and be fascinated by the spectacular views of Nevis Peak, the surrounding islands of Antigua, Redonda and also Montserrat's active volcano. View our shy green monkeys and multicolored tropical birds. After your hike, enjoy local Nevis treats.

The Golden Rock Hotel, including the converted Sugar Mill Tower has been lovingly restored to its present beauty. End your tour relaxing and unwinding in the intimate surroundings of this unique property at the foot of Mount Nevis.

Enjoy 18 holes of golf at the world-renowned Four Seasons Resort, Nevis playing the lush greens and challenging course designed by Robert Trent Jones II. This championship golf course is considered by some to be the best course in the Caribbean

Tour this charming and beautiful island nick-named the Queen of the Caribbean - a spectacular landscape of historical sites and naturally scenic locations. This very popular tour combines our major historical sites with the uniquely designed Botanical Garden. It includes a visit to the island's two small Museums - Hamilton House, birthplace of Alexander Hamilton, one of the Founding Fathers of the USA and which nowadays houses the Alexander Hamilton Museum, and the Museum of Nevis History which houses the largest collection of Horatio Nelson's memorabilia in the Western Hemisphere. Also along the route you will have historical churches pointed out to you such as Fig Tree Church which houses the original marriage certificate of Lord Horatio Nelson and Fanny Nisbet. The Botanical Garden is 8 acres of the most diversified tropical plant landscape to be found in the islands. Collected from around the world, the magnificent plants of the tropics provide serene beauty and education to the visitor.

Spend hours relaxing on Pinneys Beach with a lounge chair and umbrella on the golden volcanic sands at the edge of the warm Caribbean Sea and enjoy unlimited beverages (local beers, soda, water, fruit punch or rum punch) provided by Lime Beach Bar.

Pinneys Beach is home to many famous beach bars and a Four Seasons Resort.

Hop on board your equipped fishing vessels and let the Captain take you to his favorite fishing grounds for an exciting day of fishing in our calm, Caribbean Sea.

Test your skills and feel the thrill of the "screaming lines" or learn the local methods for catching a variety of sporting fish including, Spanish and King Mackerels, Dolphins (Mahi Mahi) Tunas, Barracudas and more.

The experienced captain will offer assistance to anglers to ensure the "Catch of the Day".

Upon arrival into Charlestown, the capital, a short drive through the tranquil town, provides you with a glimpse of a simple, but civilized Caribbean lifestyle and architecture. Here in Charlestown Nevis.

Your first stop will be at the small Museum of Nevis History, located in Hamilton House, named for one of Nevis' most famous sons, Alexander Hamilton, First Secretary of the Treasury in the USA.

Next, it's off to the Nevis Bath Springs, a natural hot spring. Dive into history at the Artisan Village and end your day on Pinney's Beach where you'll enjoy a delicious lunch and two rum punches at LIME Beach Bar. Sip on your choice of two (2) glasses of rum punch, local beer or fruit punch at this traditional Caribbean style beach bar.

After lunch enjoy the tranquil water of the Caribbean Sea. A beach chair and umbrella awaits you. You will have 1 hour of free time to enjoy the beach and take a swim.

Board a custom-designed maxi-catamaran for a leisurely cruise along the leeward coast of Nevis. After a safety orientation and distribution of snorkeling gear, set sail!

Proceed on a course along Pinney's and other sandy beaches, and on across the Narrows, a two-mile channel that separates the islands of Nevis and St. Kitts. Arrive at the secluded cove of Shittens Bay for snorkeling. Only such an excellent location could justify bringing this pleasant sail to a stop. This calm and pristine location accessible only by sea shelters an abundance of marine life, including several varieties of reef fish and beautiful coral formations. Special supervision is provided to those who have never snorkeled before or who are out of practice.

Following your snorkeling interlude, the sails are hoisted once again for the final leg of your cruise back to the ship in Nevis. Along the way, enjoy an open bar serving ice-cold beer, rum punch and soft drinks.

A moderately challenging hike through lush rainforest will introduce you to the flora and fauna of Nevis; a variety of plants, trees and shrubs including bamboo, tropical fruit trees and green vervet monkeys.

Hike through the lush canopied rainforest to an ideal spot for panoramic views some 1800 feet above sea level. On a clear day you can observe the volcanic activity on Montserrat as well as spectacular views of neighboring islands such as Antigua and Redonda.

Admire colorful traditional homes and shops and see how our villagers live as you stroll through picturesque villages. The alluring beauty of the Nevisian countryside will provide a lasting memory.