| Early in the 20th Century, a 30-mile railway was | | | | visible from the train, as well. As the train circles |
| constructed on St. Kitts to aid transportation of | | | | the island, the conductor will announce such sites |
| sugarcane crops to the island's colonial capital, | | | | as Brimstone Hill Fortress - the "Gibraltar of the |
| Basseterre. Today, this unique narrow-gauge | | | | Caribbean." While viewing such historic structures |
| railway has found a new life. As part of St. Kitts' | | | | and natural beauty, you will also be treated to a |
| expanding tourism industry, the St. Kitts | | | | narrative history of the island. To educate |
| Sugarcane Railroad now serves as one of the | | | | yourself even further, stop by the Basseterre |
| best ways to see this gorgeous island in its | | | | Public Library after your tour to view a |
| entirety. In addition to being the most enchanting | | | | permanent exhibit of photographs dating to the |
| rail tour in the Caribbean, this railway provides one | | | | construction of the railway. |
| of the most scenic train rides in the world. | | | | Unlike many other historic railways, the passenger |
| Traversing a major stretch of the island, the | | | | cars of the St. Kitts Sugarcane Railroad are as |
| railway will take you past many of the old | | | | luxurious as the scenery. For the sake of the |
| sugarcane fields. Though the crop is rarely | | | | tours, the island commissioned the construction of |
| harvested anymore, these plantations offer a | | | | distinctive double-deck railcars. On the upper deck, |
| unique glimpse into the Caribbean's colonial past. | | | | you will find a beautiful open-air observation deck. |
| Today, the countryside is dotted with numerous | | | | Down below, the air conditioned cars are outfitted |
| active farms full of livestock and fruit crops, yet | | | | with comfortable furniture, full-service bars and |
| abandoned windmills and smokestacks still | | | | even live entertainment - all with a Caribbean |
| populate the landscape. The small towns | | | | flourish. As you don't want to miss anything |
| supporting these farms also feature charming | | | | outside, the oversized windows will allow you to |
| houses and other unique historic structures. Many | | | | enjoy all the sites. |
| travelers have also noticed that children often | | | | Utilizing 18 miles of the original railway, this two |
| come out of the rural schoolhouses to watch the | | | | hour tour is the best way to see the entire |
| train roll by twice a day - an activity that offers | | | | country in a short time. As only 420 seats are |
| students and teachers a regular break from | | | | available each day, it is recommended to buy |
| studies. | | | | tickets as early as possible through your resort or |
| After leaving the station, the train will head north | | | | travel provider. As travelers are promised |
| along the St. Kitts' beautiful coastline. Some of the | | | | captivating views of the Caribbean Sea, |
| first things you might notice are the numerous | | | | surrounding islands, rainforest-coated mountains, |
| sidings - loading points for harvested sugarcane - | | | | magnificent cliffs and pristine wildlife - the St. Kitts |
| next to the tracks. As the train hugs the coastline | | | | Sugarcane Railroad is the hottest ticket on the |
| in the early going, you will probably also notice the | | | | island. |
| rainforest-covered mountains of St. Kitts rising | | | | It is even possible to take a ride on the railway |
| above the aforementioned farms and villages. At | | | | during a shore excursion from one of the many |
| the heart of the mountain range, you will certainly | | | | cruise ships that visit the island. Shuttles take |
| notice Mt. Liamuiga - the volcanic peak visible | | | | passengers from the pier directly to Needsmust |
| throughout the island. Stretching from the island's | | | | Station. At the end of the tour, shuttles will |
| central mountain range are many deep canyons, | | | | available for travel back to the pier or any of the |
| some of which extend all the way to the | | | | island's resorts. |
| coastline's majestic cliffs. Spanning these canyons | | | | If you are looking for the best way to see St. |
| are 24 steel bridges - all of which are attractions | | | | Kitts - or maybe just a ride you will never forget |
| in themselves. | | | | - climb aboard the St. Kitts Sugarcane Railroad. |
| Many of St. Kitts' most popular attractions are | | | | |