A mix of the new and the old give Basseterre, capital of the small, independent country comprised of St. Kitts and Nevis, a character unique and pleasant, chic and casual. The country’s rich history, with French and British influences, is in evidence on the attractive streets of the waterfront town, with quiet plazas and colorfully painted shutters on some of the buildings. A museum, a fort, numerous shops and restaurants, and marina facilities make Basseterre yachting popular among charterers.
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No moorings are available. The harbor is protected in northerly and easterly winds. Southeasterly winds make it uncomfortable. The best anchorage is either off the Deep Water Port, near the Coast Guard station, or off the marina at Port Zante. Most charterers opt to stay at the marina, which is secure, comfortable, and well maintained. A seawall ensures that you’ll have a restful night in a southeasterly wind.
Dinghy dockage: Dinghy dockage is available for a fee at Port Zante.
Aside from the shops and restaurants in the old town and at Port Zante, the attractions within Basseterre include a small museum and a casino. The fort of Brimstone Hill is fascinating. Hiking trails lead up the nearly 3,800-foot peak of Mt. Liamuiga through a rain forest inhabited by African vervet monkeys (also called African green monkeys or greenbacks), tropical birds, and all manner of tropical plants. The island’s volcanic origins are obvious in the form of deep craters, some filled with freshwater lakes. Throughout the island are historic manor homes and plantations open to the public, and a network of roads you could hike, bike, or drive for many hours. A car rental is the best way to see all of the island’s out-of-the-way places.
Fuel, water, ice, showers, garbage disposal, provisions, laundry services and laundry facilities, propane, Internet access, taxicabs, as well as bicycle and car rentals are available.
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