Charlestown - Docking

Moorings around Nevis:

Nevis Air and Sea Ports Authority (NASPA) installed 40 yacht moorings along the western or Caribbean coast of Nevis from Oualie Beach to Charlestown to provide safe anchorage for mariners visiting the island.  Visiting yachts should take a mooring rather than anchor.

Update October 2024: During the "off-season", Nevis Port remove all moorings to avoid wear/damage. Normally these are re-installed mid-October, however in 2024 there have been some problems and the moorings are still not in place. We are still waiting for clarification if they are continuing to charge the $25/night fee and prohibit anchoring until the moorings are reinstalled. 

Contact NASPA on VHF Channel 16 for mooring information. See the NAPSA Website for full details.

Anchoring is discouraged here.  A safe area has been designated where vessels over 90ft can drop anchor.

Dinghy Docks in Charlestown:

There is no "official" dinghy dock here and landing is very difficult on the steep-to beach. There is a wooden dock normally used by local fisherman (see photo), where it is possible to leave a dinghy. Be sure to tie up close to shore and speak with the locals about security.

Other moorings on Nevis are located at Nelson's Spring, Cades Bay, Tamarind Bay and Oualie Bay.

Other Ports on Nevis:

Newcastle Port

Located on the northern side of the island, boats from Charlestown and other areas often find safe harbour here during storm.  It is one of the most long-standing ports in Nevis and is the home of many fishermen in the St. James area.

Long Point Port

Located on the southern coast of the island, Long Point is the island cargo port and as such there are no facilities for recreational vessels.

Oualie Bay

This is where the Oualie Water Taxi facility operates from with regular departures between Saint Kitts and Nevis.

Last updated: March 2024