Frigate Bay
Frigate Bay is a beach strip on St Kitts, with hotels on the sand and an easy drive to the capital, Basseterre.
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Frigate Bay is a beach and resort area on the southeast side of St Kitts, the larger island in the twin-island country of St Kitts and Nevis in the Eastern Caribbean. It lies a short drive south of Basseterre, the capital, and close to the international airport. The shoreline is the main draw, with hotels and restaurants along the sand.
It suits a beach trip with easy access to town. Plan for the dry season, roughly December to April, when rain is less frequent. Hurricane season runs from June to November, so pick flexible flights if you travel then. Allow three or four nights to swim and take a day out. From Frigate Bay you can reach the shops and restaurants of Basseterre and the historic Brimstone Hill fortress on a day trip.
Frigate Bay in five
- Agree the taxi fare before you rideTaxis on St Kitts typically do not run meters, so settle the fare before you get in. Ask whether the quoted price is in US or East Caribbean dollars.Getting around
- Carry East Caribbean dollars for small costsUS dollars are widely accepted, but small change often comes back in East Caribbean dollars. Keep coins and small notes for taxis and beach stalls.Money and costs
- Set up a data plan before you landA local eSIM or prepaid SIM avoids roaming charges on the beach and when you need to call a taxi. Install it before you fly, while you still have Wi-Fi.Phones and eSIM
- Check the licence rules before you rent a carCars drive on the left in St Kitts, which is the opposite of North America. Confirm with the rental company that your licence is accepted before you book.Getting around
- Check the ferry to Nevis from BasseterreFerries cross to Charlestown in about 45 minutes. Check the day's timetable before you plan a Nevis trip, since sailings change.St Kitts & Nevis
Things to do in Frigate Bay
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Need to know
- Currency
- East Caribbean dollar (XCD)
- Entry
- Visa-free for many passports; check yours with immigration before you book
- Emergency
- 911 police, fire and ambulance
- Tipping
- 10 to 15% if no service charge is added to the bill
- Time
- UTC-4, no daylight saving
Weather by month
- Best
- Good
- Mixed
- Poor
- JanuaryDry, peak season
- FebruaryDry, breezy
- MarchDry, warm sea
- AprilDry, getting hot
- MayWarm, showers
- JuneHurricane season opens
- JulyHot, storm risk
- AugustPeak storm season
- SeptemberPeak storm season
- OctoberStorm risk, humid
- NovemberSeason winds down
- DecemberDry, busy again
Right now in Frigate Bay
Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.
29
- Feels like
- 33°
- Humidity
- 77%
- Wind
- 29 km/h
- Chance of rain
- 35%
Basseterre
05:24 PM
Monday, November 2
- Today31°28°35%Monday: Drizzle. High 31°, Low 28°. Chance of rain 35%.
- Tue30°27°45%Tuesday: Drizzle. High 30°, Low 27°. Chance of rain 45%.
- Wed30°27°16%Wednesday: Drizzle. High 30°, Low 27°. Chance of rain 16%.
- Thu30°26°27%Thursday: Drizzle. High 30°, Low 26°. Chance of rain 27%.
- Fri30°25°56%Friday: Drizzle. High 30°, Low 25°. Chance of rain 56%.
- Sat29°25°61%Saturday: Thunderstorms. High 29°, Low 25°. Chance of rain 61%.
- Sun29°25°58%Sunday: Drizzle. High 29°, Low 25°. Chance of rain 58%.
Updated 04:11 PM local time · Powered by WeatherAPI.com · Weather data by Open-Meteo.com
Money
Mid-market rate1 USD = 2.7 XCD
Rates from Nov 2, 2026 · Rates By Exchange Rate API
Every year
- Jul–AugCulturamaNevis, a day trip
Day trips by train
- Basseterreby taxiColonial streets, The Circus and the waterfront.
- Nevisby ferryQuieter beaches and Nelson's Museum in Charlestown.
- Brimstone Hill Fortressby carA UNESCO fortress on a steep hill above the western coast.
Before you go to Frigate Bay
Rules for Frigate Bay, checked
- Check the entry rules for your passport with St Kitts and Nevis immigration before you book, since some nationalities need a visa.
- Declare fresh food, plants and meat on arrival. Agricultural inspectors can seize them.
- Possession of illegal drugs carries heavy penalties. Do not carry bags or parcels for anyone else.
- Declare cash and goods above the customs allowance on your arrival card.
Plan around Frigate Bay
The island, its towns and how to reach Nevis.
Read the guideGetting aroundTaxis, rental cars and what to expect on the roads.
Read the guideMoney and costsCash, cards and typical prices on the island.
Read the guideVisas and entryEntry rules by passport and what to check before you fly.
Read the guideWhere to stayWhere to base yourself on the island.
Read the guideAll of the CaribbeanOther islands in the region and how to link them.
Read the guideFrigate Bay FAQ
Is Frigate Bay worth visiting?
Yes, if you want a long sandy beach a short taxi ride from Basseterre. It has few sights of its own, so plan at least one day trip to Basseterre or Brimstone Hill.
How many days do you need in Frigate Bay?
Three or four nights covers the beach, Basseterre and Brimstone Hill. Add a day if you want to see Nevis by ferry.
Can you visit Frigate Bay as a day trip from Nevis?
Yes, by ferry to Basseterre and then a short taxi. The crossing takes about 45 minutes each way, so an overnight stay is easier.
Do you need a car in Frigate Bay?
Not for the beach or the nearby restaurants. A car helps for Brimstone Hill and the north of the island, and taxis cover short trips.
What is the weather like in Frigate Bay?
Warm all year. The dry season runs from December to April. Hurricane season runs from June to November, so pick flexible flights and check that your insurance covers storms.