St. Kitts embodies a kind of lush tropical paradise... an intoxicating blend of natural scenic beauty, rich vegetation and azure-blue waters. For eco-tourists or anyone who enjoys natural wonders, St. Kitts will exceed your every expectation. Hiking is the best way to see the splendor of this island, with a trek that will take you into the crater of a dormant volcano or through an emerald green rainforest. The exceptionally clean white and black sand beaches of Frigate Bay Beach and Friar's Bay offer some of the best swimming on the island, while divers are sure to discover colorful reefs and possibly even ancient shipwrecks.