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St. Kitts Rainforest Tour: A Tranquil Walk through the Tropical Wingfield Estate
4.8
108 Ratings
Wingfield-Phillips Rain Forest Nature Trail
Embark on a serene journey through the tropical Wingfield Estate Forest on this 4-hour expedition from the St. Kitts port. In an intimate group of 15 or less, observe indigenous plants and animals, including vervet monkeys in the treetops, then refresh yourself with a swim in a calming river.
Embark on a serene journey through the tropical Wingfield Estate Forest on this 4-hour expedition from the St. Kitts port. In an intimate group of 15 or less, observe indigenous plants and animals, including vervet monkeys in the treetops, then refresh yourself with a swim in a calming river.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Wingfield-Phillips Rain Forest Nature Trail - In the early morning, meet your guide at the port in St. Kitts.
Together with your small group, journey to the Wingfield Estate, one of the oldest plantations on the island, via an open safari truck.
On the way to the forest you will see a number of interesting Carib petroglyphs and the historic…
- Wingfield-Phillips Rain Forest Nature Trail - In the early morning, meet your guide at the port in St. Kitts.
Together with your small group, journey to the Wingfield Estate, one of the oldest plantations on the island, via an open safari truck.
On the way to the forest you will see a number of interesting Carib petroglyphs and the historic village of Old Road where Sir Thomas Warner, along with his family and 14 others, began the first permanent European settlement in the Leeward Islands.
Jump out of the truck at the Wingfield Estate, set in the picturesque foot hills of the central mountain range and the gateway to the rainforest.
- Poinciana Tours - Enjoy the cool tropical breeze amidst the lush tropical forest as you journey on foot along the Peter Manning Trail. As you walk, spot green vervet monkeys swinging on tree vines and, if you like, take a refreshing dip in the river.
What's Included
- Light refreshments
- Bottled water
- Professional guide
- Light refreshments
- Bottled water
- Professional guide
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Additional Information
- A minimum of two people per booking is required
- Child rate applies only when sharing with two paying adults
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding…
- A minimum of two people per booking is required
- Child rate applies only when sharing with two paying adults
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
- Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Location
Wingfield-Phillips Rain Forest Nature Trail
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Patrickj1292
Apr 3, 2025
Fantastic Rain Forest Tour - We took the Rainforest Tour. From the start the son of the owner (forgive me as I forgot this outstanding young man's name) was very pleasant and provided an OUTSTANDING tour. He was very informative as to lots of history in the area as well as the rain forest tour itself. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.
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Ronelle_h
Mar 30, 2025
A fascinating insight into the rainforest world and its myriad of medicinal uses. - Poinciana tours with the amazing David was just brilliant.
We learned so much about the flora of the rain forest and all its medicinal uses. Had a great not strenuous walk through some stunning rainforest and leaned all about sugar production.
This is definately a tour not to be missed when you are on ST Kitts.
We were collected from our hotel near port Zante. In a safari truck from which you get great views of the island as you are taken to the starting point of the walk.
We took our own water but were offered more by David.
We started with a tour of the old sugar mill and since David and his family have lived and worked on the plantation all their lives was really interesting.
The walk progressed through the rainforest on easy to walk paths (probably best to wear trainers it was a little muddy in places).
David pointed out a myriad of plants and herbs that form the basis for many modern medicines even a paracetamol plant.
I wished the walk could have gone on longer it was so interesting.
At the end of the walk we enjoyed freshly made guava juice and a tasty raisin pastry made by David’s wife.
We are independent travellers and found ourselves the only ones on the tour as there was no cruise ships in. David is happy to take small groups on his tours.
I highly recommend poinciana tours for your next tour on the island.
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Mommavilla
Mar 17, 2025
The rain forest tour with Zidan! - We had Zidan as a guide! He was amazing! He was knowledgeable about the island and the rain forest! We learned so much about this beautiful island! The tour was fun and we had a great group of people. I would definitely recommend this tour and ask to have Zidan! He was amazing!
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Nadine_a
Mar 14, 2025
Great rainforest trip -... - Great rainforest trip - Zidane was a superb guide giving us insights into flora, and we saw monkeys!
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V4750uikarens
Mar 9, 2025
Rain forest tour - We did this tour off royal caribbean. Zidan was our guide. It was a great tour. Zidan was very knowledgeable. Would definitely do again.
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Q722vsrichards
Mar 2, 2025
Our great tour of the botannical gardens and rainforest tour in St Kitts - Zidan took us on an amazing hiking tour of the rainforest. Before that hiking tour, we stopped at Romney Manor and learned about Batik process of handcrafting beautiful clothing and wall decor/hangings. I couldn't resist buying a small purse and dress! I loved that. The botannical garden there was absolutely beautiful and peaceful. So charming! Zidan then took us for a hike in the rainforest explaining so much of the trees, the flora and fauna. He also explained what was being done for conservation of their natural resources. It was so informative! He was extremely knowledgeable and we learned so much! We were so grateful that we went on the tour with Zidan. We absolutely loved the experience!
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Kathryn_r
Feb 25, 2025
Rainforest tour on St Kitts - Our guide was very informative and entertaining. We saw some lovely sights. We learned a lot too. It was just the right length and amount of walking. He gave us nice snacks afterwards.
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Sherri_h
Feb 23, 2025
Wonderful Tour of St. Kitts - I traveled with friends, and we all loved every minute of this experience. Our guide was knowledgeable, funny, and engaging throughout the tour. The rainforest hike was absolutely beautiful, and we learned so much about the local vegetation the various uses for plants and trees. We even saw monkeys which does not always happen.
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Lucyb_r
Mar 26, 2025
Enjoyable tour - This was a fun tour. Good exercise going up a gradual but fairly rough incline through the rainforest. Our guide was fun and knowledgeable. Unfortunately, he forgot to give us our water before the hike (it had said water would be provided and did not say we should bring our own for the hike) and it was a long and fairly hot walk. Then when we got to the end and the refreshments, he didn't have enough water for everyone anyway and had to go buy some more. Poor planning on that. Otherwise, it was a lovely tour. One other note, there are very few birds or other creatures on the island, so most of the information is about the very interesting plant life.
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Martin_c
Feb 26, 2025
Interesting hike, but could have been so much better. - Overall we enjoyed the experience. The trip to the starting place in the open safari truck was fun, and the ‘natural’ aircon was lovely! Having read so many reviews raving about David, we we a little disappointed that our guide was someone else. Although very pleasant, we felt he was a little distant and didn’t really engage with us, which is unusual for this kind of tour. For example he didn’t ask our names or where we were from (the group was only 4 people, two of us and a couple from Canada). The trail itself was interesting and the heavy downpour added to the rain forest experience. Unfortunately we were not provided with water as stated in the information and, when we asked the guide, we’re told we’d need to buy some. Not that we needed them, but walking sticks (again advertised in the tour description) were not available. Our drive back to the hotel was in a 4 by 4 driven by David, whose company we enjoyed and was a much more effective communicator.
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