The best honeymoon destinations in the Caribbean perfectly blend romance, outdoor adventure, and tropical beaches. Newlywed couples have no shortage of activities to choose from during their Caribbean island honeymoon, including fantastic scuba diving in Cozumel, chocolate-making classes in St. Lucia, and idyllic stretches of sand in the Bahamas.
For those looking to plan their first unforgettable trip as a married couple, here are some of the best Caribbean islands for a honeymoon.
St. Kitts and Nevis
Cockleshell Beach, St. Kitts
The islands of St. Kitts and Nevis have the smallest population of any country in the Western hemisphere. Its laidback and intimate nature is why many people consider it one of the best honeymoon destinations in the Caribbean.
Here, you’ll have no shortage of beaches to choose from. You might want to visit Cockleshell Beach, one of the best beaches in St. Kitts, which features sandy shores, shallow waters, and open-air beach bars.
Or if you want a more indulgent beach experience, head to the Carambola Beach Club, which offers everything you need for a low-stress day at the beach, including kayaks, sunbeds, loungers, and a highly rated beach bar and restaurants.
Mount Liamuiga, St. Kitts
St. Kitts is one of the best Caribbean islands for adventure. Take a hike through the jungle and enjoy the view from the top of Mount Liamuiga or go deep-sea fishing at St. Kitts Bay. If you’re longing to get in the water, plan a half-day snorkeling trip on the shoreline around the capital city of Basseterre or swim with dolphins in a lagoon fed by natural seawater.
If you prefer your adventures on land, you have plenty of romantic options, too. Some of the best things to do in St. Kitts include arranging a seaside lunch on the sand set to the sounds of a five-piece Caribbean steel band, enjoying a local rum tasting in town, or hopping aboard a catamaran and cruising by local fishing villages as you sip a freshly-made rum punch.
Puerto Rico
El Yunque Rainforest, Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico is one of the best honeymoon destinations in the Caribbean. Start your honeymoon in El Yunque Rainforest, the only tropical rainforest in the United States, which offers various activities for both hikers and non-hikers, like zipline tours, birdwatching, and scenic walks along well-maintained paths to a jungle waterfall.
Las Cabezas de San Juan Reserve, Puerto Rico
Paddle your way through Las Cabezas de San Juan Reserve and embark on a one-of-a-kind kayak trip around a bioluminescent bay with glow-in-the-dark plankton that light up the water.
Couples who love learning about Caribbean culture will have plenty to fill their days in San Juan, too, including a walking food tour of the historic Old Town, tours, and cocktail mixing classes at the world-famous Casa Bacardi Distillery, and gentle cycling tours past historical sites.
With cobblestone streets and pastel-colored historical buildings, Downtown San Juan offers romance at every turn. Dip into one of its charming restaurants and cozy up with a glass of Puerto Rican rum on the rocks at a wrought-iron table for two.
Barbados
Harrison’s Cave, Barbados
If you want an active Caribbean island honeymoon, head to Barbados, a jungle island with lush, dramatic ecosystems, both above and below the water.
Couples can take a day trip to Harrison’s Cave, a picturesque system of caverns, where you’ll see underground streams, waterfalls, and tropical pools, plus thousands of fantastic stalagmite and stalactite formations.
Turtle Bay, Barbados
If you rather spend your honeymoon in the sunshine, hop aboard a catamaran cruise to Turtle Bay, where you can swim and snorkel with sea turtles before you cruise back along the shoreline and enjoy refreshing Caribbean cocktails with an unbeatable view.
If you’re both nature lovers, book a ride in an open-air 4×4 vehicle through the Barbados Wildlife Preserve, which is home to the rare green monkey that Barbados is known for.
Extra-romantic experiences on this honeymoon destination in the Caribbean include champagne sunset cruises, tours around the best beaches in Barbados, or chatting with expert rum makers as you sample the goods at the Mount Gay Rum factory.
Tortola, British Virgin Islands
R.M.S. Rhone, Tortola
Once the pirate capital of the world, Tortola is famous for its shoreline coves, mountain peaks, and lush bays that once provided shelter for the ocean’s most feared raiders.
Today, there’s no shortage of adventure in the area. If you’re a certified scuba diver, explore the 310-foot-long R.M.S. Rhone, a shipwreck from the 1800s that’s surprisingly intact and features many historical artifacts in the stern.
Virgin Gorda Baths, Tortola
If you’re not scuba certified, you’ll also find some of the world’s best snorkeling near the Virgin Gorda Baths, a series of natural pools filled with colorful marine life and surrounded by a soft sand beach.
There’s also excellent snorkeling on Norman Island, the supposed site of buried pirate treasure and the inspiration behind Robert Louis Stevenson’s “Treasure Island,” which is a quick boat ride from Tortola.
While Tortola isn’t large, there is a lot to explore inland. Opt for a 4×4 tour of the island’s peaks or take a seat in an open-air bus through the British Virgin Island’s countryside and learn about the island’s history while admiring its iconic viewpoints along the way.
St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands
Buck Island, St. Croix
Set your compass towards St. Croix in the U.S. Virgin Islands, an elegant and romantic destination that is also unassuming and welcoming.
St. Croix’s beaches are world-class and honeymooners should spend at least one afternoon lounging under an oversized umbrella on the sand.
Buck Island is one of the best beaches in the U.S. Virgin Islands because of its stunning underwater snorkel trail, which leads you in a loop through coral grottos.
Underwater signs at this protected national monument help guide you through a picturesque route and provide information about the fish, coral, and marine life along the way.
Read: Where to Find the Best Snorkeling in the Caribbean
Captain Morgan Visitors Center, St. Croix
On land, cycle the flat 10-mile trail along the island’s west end sugar plantations or stop by the Captain Morgan Visitors Center and rum factory, where you’ll learn about the history of the Captain Morgan character and sample authentic Caribbean rums with a local expert.
Grand Cayman
Seven Mile Beach, Grand Cayman
The largest of the Cayman Islands, Grand Cayman is well-known for having healthy coral reefs and clear blue water. The island is quite popular with snorkelers, but fantastic beaches like Seven Mile Beach and White House Beach have made it a hot spot for sun-worshipers, too.
Spend at least one day of your Caribbean island honeymoon at Seven Mile Beach, one of the best beaches in the Caribbean. Expect sparkling blue water, impossibly soft sand, and no shortage of beach bars and activity operators, in case you want to cool down with a cocktail or rent a kayak for two.
Stingray City, Grand Cayman
For a unique activity that will elicit wonderful honeymoon photos, visit Stingray City, a sandbar just off the coastline, where you’ll find dozens of stingrays in water only a few feet deep. Stand or snorkel with these elegant and friendly creatures that are used to interacting with humans nearby. Some might even allow you to pet them as they gently swim by.
For a quirky honeymoon activity, head to “Hell,” a town named after its unique rock formations that resemble flames rising from the bottom of the earth. Once you’ve snapped a few Instagram photos from Hell, continue to beautiful sites like the Queen Elizabeth II Botanical Park or the Pedro St. James National Historic Site, where you can book an oceanview rum tasting for two.
St. Lucia
St. Lucia
St. Lucia offers the best of both worlds: dramatic peaks, coastline, and terrain, plus easy access to fantastic beaches with gentle waves and healthy marine life. It’s one of the best honeymoon destinations in the Caribbean because couples can mix both experiences, choosing to snorkel during the day, enjoy a gourmet chocolate-making class in the afternoon, and end the evening while relaxing at a luxury cliffside retreat.
Howelton Estate, St. Lucia
Foodie couples who are all about experiencing new tastes and foods can sign up for Caribbean cooking classes, where you’ll participate in everything from choosing the best fresh herbs to enjoying a farm-to-table Caribbean meal. You can also visit the cocoa estate of Howelton Estate and learn all the ways to use cocoa in everything from gourmet chocolate to drinks and food.
Natural sites on St. Lucia include jungle waterfalls, fishing and rainforest villages, and the towering volcanic spires of the Pitons, home to some of the best hiking in the Caribbean. Active couples can explore all of these on foot, but most travelers opt to take driving tours and trolley rides around the island’s sites.
For a truly indulgent activity on one of the best islands to honeymoon in the world, you can also take a private sailing lesson, cruising past pristine beaches and viewpoints from the sea.
Dominica
Dominica
Dominica is known for being extremely welcoming to tourists, making it one of the best Caribbean islands for first timers. Start your honeymoon at Champagne Beach, a shallow, soft beach that is the home of Champagne Reef, where there’s an underwater spring that slowly bubbles warm water up to the surface. Take a dip here and feel like you’re swimming in a glass of champagne—hence the name.
Trafalgar Falls, Dominica
Near Champagne Beach, there are several other gorgeous outdoor sites like Trafalgar Falls, with hot and cold swimming pools, and Emerald Pool, which is accessed through an easy 20-minute walk.
Another one of the best things to do in Dominica for couples is to take a river float through the jungle that begins in the Hibiscus Eco-Village, where you’ll slowly float on a large innertube and encounter some fun mini-rapids during the journey. Be sure to pose for some photos together at Hibiscus Falls, one of the more than 300 waterfalls found on the island.
St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands
Honeymoon Beach, St. Thomas
It’s no surprise that St. Thomas is one of the best honeymoon destinations in the Caribbean since it’s home to “Honeymoon Beach.”
For one of the most romantic activities available in the U.S. Virgin Islands, board a schooner cruise that heads to two fabulous destinations: Christmas Cove and Honeymoon Bay, both known for unspoiled beaches and frequent sea turtle sightings in the clear water.
Snuggle up below the sails and enjoy the breeze as you cruise along one of the Caribbean’s most beautiful coastlines. Active couples can also opt for snorkeling tours, kayak tours, or a unique underwater scooter experience.
Read: 11 Best Beaches in St. Thomas
If you want to take it easy during your honeymoon, some of the best things to do in St. Thomas include taking a relaxing catamaran sail, cozying up under a private palapa at a tranquil beach, or embarking on a glass-bottom boat tour—all great options for couples who want to spend time on the island without breaking a sweat.
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