Romney ManorBeach Tour

Description

As you travel through Basseterre, your tour guide will point out the historical sites of Berkeley Memorial, Immaculate Conception Catholic Cathedral, Independence Square, and The War Memorial. Upon arrival at Romney Manor, you will set foot on grounds dating back to the 1600s. Located at Romney Manor is the largest living organism in St. Kitts, a 400-year-old Saman tree. Adjacent to Romney Manor is Wingfield Estate which was owned by the great-great-great grandfather of Thomas Jefferson. Caribelle Batik, a producer of fine batik products is located at Wingfield Estate. Wingfield Estate is one of four places on St. Kitts that has a 17th century Amerindian petroglyphs. The Wingfield watershed is a natural resource that deposits water into the Wingfield River, that provides the island with a portion of its water requirement. Timothy Hill Overlook, is the next stop where you will take in breathtaking panoramic views of the island. Cockleshell Beach is the final stop on the tour.

Details

What's Included

Bottled water
Gratuities
Restroom on board
Entry Fees

Additional Info

Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Service animals allowed
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Operated by St. Kitts/Nevis Luxury Transfers & Tours, LTD

Cancellations

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 1 full days before the experience's start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 1 full days before the experience's start time will not be accepted.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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Pickup Details

Possible departure locations*

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Schedules

Itinerary

Duration: 2.50 hours

Basseterre City Tour

Duration: 2.50 hours

Cockleshell Beach

Duration: 2.50 hours

Your tour starts at Port Zante/or a local hotel where you will be picked up in a taxi/or luxury vehicle. Enroute to Romney Manor, you will travel through Basseterre. In Basseterre, your tour guide will point out the historical sites of Berkeley Memorial, Immaculate Conception Catholic Co-Cathedral, Independence Square, The War Memorial, and many other treasured sites.
Upon arrival at Romney Manor, you will set foot on eight acres of grounds dating back to the 1600s. Located at Romney Manor is the largest living organism in St. Kitts, a 400-year-old, 24 foot in circumference Saman tree. Romney Manor and the adjacent Wingfield Estate have had five family owners to date. The first owner was Samuel Jefferson II, the great, great, great grandfather, of Thomas Jefferson, the third president of the United States. In the 1970s, Romney Manor became a batik enterprise. Caribelle Batik is an internationally recognized producer of fine batik products made of quality fabrics. Wingfield Estate is adjacent to Romney Manor. Wingfield Estate is one of four places on St. Kitts that has a 17th century Amerindian petroglyphs. The Wingfield watershed is a natural resource that deposits water into the Wingfield River. The watershed provides the island with more than three-fourths of the island’s water requirement.
The next stop is Timothy Hill Overlook. At the top, you will take in a breathtaking 360-degree view of were the Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Friar’s and Frigate Bays, and Nevis.
The final stop on your tour is Cockleshell Beach, where you can relax, snorkel, jet ski, paddleboard or soak up the sun. At the end of the tour, you are returned to Port Zante/or your local hotel.

Admission Ticket Not Included

Duration: 2.50 hours

Activity Level: This tour requires average physical activity. You should be in good health, able to climb stairs, walk reasonable distances, and over uneven ground and cobblestoned paths or streets.

Admission Ticket Not Included

Pickup Time

Please arrive 120 minutes before your selected start time for pickup. Your operator can coordinate exact time and location.