Nevis is a quiet, unspoiled island located in the former British Leeward Islands of the Northern Caribbean. It located is 2 miles from St. Kitts and is dominated by a central mountain rising to 3,232 feet above sea level. From the cloud-covered peak, lush slopes fall to coral sand beaches below. Nevis is 60 miles west of Antigua, 70 miles south of St. Maarten. The island has a population of about 8,000 people and is approximately 6 miles by 8 miles.

It is the perfect place if you seek natural beauty and an unhurried atmosphere.

Weather

The average year-round temperature is 79°, and a constant northeast trade wind keeps the island cool, making air-conditioning unnecessary.

At an elevation of 800 feet above sea level, the temperature at The Hermitage rarely moves below 75 degrees or above 85 degrees Fahrenheit, year round, day or night. It is this astonishing microclimate that makes The Hermitage location so special.

Getting to Nevis

Nevis is easy to get to. There are direct flights from the major points in America, and direct flights from London to St Kitts. Robert Bradshaw International Airport. Once you are in St Kitts we will have you met at the airport and brought across to Nevis. It is a short boat ride across the channel and a fantastic way to clear your head and start your vacation.

Alternatively, you can fly directly to nearby Antigua or St Martin and take a light air craft to the Nevis, Vance Amory International Airport. Direct flights are also available from San Juan, Puerto Rico via Cape Air.

For more information on how to get to us from where you are please contact us: ContactUs@HermitageNevis.com

Approximate flight times:
New York - 4 hours
Miami - 3 hours
London - 8 hours
Antigua - 20 minutes
Puerto Rico - 1 hour
St. Maarten - 20 minutes

Getting Around Nevis

Rental cars and Jeeps
Cars and Jeeps are available for self-hire exploring (highly recommended, this is a most friendly island) and finding quiet nature spots or secluded beaches. We can help make arrangements. Just let us know.

Drivers License:
A local Drivers License is required for all vehicle rentals. You must produce a valid Drivers License from home and pay a fee of US $25.

Taxis:
Fares are fixed, and can be negotiated beforehand. It is approximately US $25 from Newcastle Airport to The Hermitage.

Ferry Service:
There are a few ferry boats which travel between Charlestown, Nevis and Basseterre, St. Kitts. The trip takes about 30 to 45 minutes. The price is approximately US $10.

Basics

Currency:
East Caribbean Dollar (EC$). The rate of exchange is tied to the U.S. Dollar at approximately EC$2.65 to US$1.00. US$ are accepted most everywhere on the island.

Electricity:
110 volt 60 cycle (same as in North America)

Immigration:
Bring valid passports to facilitate entry and return home. There is a Departure Tax of US $22.

Links

View our links page for a growing list of resources on Nevis!