Jet Ski & Snorkel St. Kitts: Shitten Bay & Shipwreck

Two hours on the water: jet ski the volcanic edge, snorkel a shipwreck cove, spot turtles and rays

A guided jet ski and snorkel activity in St. Kitts that departs from Reggae Beach on Cockleshell Beach, where you ride along the island's southern volcanic rock formations to Shitten Bay: a water-accessible cove known for snorkeling. You spend roughly an hour in the water with snorkeling gear, following your guide past reef fish, turtles and stingrays to a shipwreck, then return to Reggae Beach. Lifejacket, jet ski and snorkeling equipment are included. You choose between riding solo or with a second person on one jet ski at checkout.

Step-by-step itinerary

JetSki and Snorkel Adventure

• Depart from Watersports Center
• Ride JetSki along volcanic rocks
• Follow guide to Caribbean side
• Tie up at Shitten Bay
• Snorkel with guide at Shitten Bay
• Spot sea creatures and shipwreck
• Return to Reggae Beach Bar
• Enjoy cocktails and beach activities

The experience

The tour leaves from Cockleshell Beach, where the watersports center sits on white sand with views across to Nevis. You'll have time to walk the beach before or after if you arrive early. Once you're suited up with a lifejacket and briefed by your guide, you ride the jet ski south along St. Kitts' most dramatic stretch: volcanic rock formations rise from the water as you follow the guide's lead toward the Caribbean side of the island.

The route crosses flat water in front of Christophe Harbour before reaching Shitten Bay, a sheltered cove only reachable by water. You tie up and spend about an hour snorkeling with your guide, who points out the reef fish, turtles and stingrays moving through the bay and shows you the shipwreck. The gear (mask, fins, snorkel) is provided. You just need to be comfortable in the water.

After snorkeling, you head back to Reggae Beach Bar, where you can order cocktails, rent a chair and umbrella, or sign up for other water sports if you want to stay on the water longer. The whole outing runs about two hours from start to finish.

What’s included

• Jet ski and lifejacket.
• snorkeling equipment (mask, fins, snorkel).
• live guide in English.
• roughly one hour of snorkeling time at Shitten Bay with the guide pointing out sea creatures and the shipwreck.

Options for this experience

2 options

Single rider (1 jet ski, 1 person)Up to 1 people · Guide in English · 10:00 and 12:15

Double rider (1 jet ski, 2 people)Up to 2 people · Guide in English · 10:00 and 12:15

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 10:00 and 12:15

Book up to2h before

GroupUp to 10

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

ConfirmationConfirmation within 48 h

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessiblePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by St.Kitts Water Sports

Is this one for you?Choose the Double Rider option if you want to share the jet ski with a travel partner and split the cost. Pick Single Rider if you prefer your own jet ski and the freedom to ride at your own pace behind the guide.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Can two people ride on one jet ski?

Yes, the Double Rider option lets two people share one jet ski. You choose this at checkout. The Single Rider option is one person per jet ski.

What is Shitten Bay like for snorkeling?

Shitten Bay is a sheltered cove accessible only by water, known as one of St. Kitts' best snorkeling spots. The water is calm, and you'll see colorful reef fish, turtles, stingrays and a shipwreck during roughly an hour in the water with your guide.

What's included in the price?

The jet ski, lifejacket and snorkeling equipment (mask, fins, snorkel) are all included. Your guide is with you throughout, and the tour ends at Reggae Beach Bar where you can buy food and drinks.

Where does the tour start and end?

The tour departs from and returns to the watersports center on Cockleshell Beach, a white sand beach with views of Nevis. Plan extra time to walk the beach before or after your activity.

Is this suitable for someone who's never jet skied before?

Yes, the tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels, and your guide leads the route, so you follow along. You'll get a briefing before you start, and the guide stays with you throughout the ride and snorkel.