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Exploring our

Rainforest

Classified as an American Oceanic Rainforest, our rainforest
is one of the rarest types found on the entire planet. Here you

will be sheltered by a canopy of rich green leaves sprinkled with

brightly colored flowers, tropical vegetation and the soothing
sounds of nature. Serious hikers and mountain bikers will

find numerous trails of varying degrees of difficulty. For a less
physically demanding experience, tour operators offer four-

wheel drive safaris and excursions. Thrill seekers can soar above
the canopy on an eco-friendly zipline with one of the Caribbean’s

newest zip tours. Bird watchers will marvel at the many avian

species that call St. Kitts home, while everyone enjoys the
banter and play of our island’s Green Vervet monkeys. To help

protect this precious natural asset, the St. Kitts & Nevis National
Parliament has declared all land above the 1,000 ft contour to be a

National Forest Reserve, effectively protecting most of the island’s

lush rainforest and watershed.