Things to do in St John
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Kayak and Snorkel with Sea Turtles in Cruz BayA 3-hour kayak and snorkel trip in Virgin Islands National Park starts with on-beach instruction in Cruz Bay, then paddles 40–45 minutes along the north shore to Scott Beach, where you snorkel with sea turtles and stingrays in a shallow seagrass bed just yards from shore. A licensed guide leads the paddle and provides snorkeling equipment; the beach itself is inaccessible by road, so it stays uncrowded.Is it for me?Book this if you're comfortable paddling a kayak and snorkeling in open water; the physical demand comes from time in the ocean, not hiking or climbing.
St John: Private Sailboat Charter with Snorkeling & Open BarYou’ll step onto a classic sailboat in St John with a small group and friendly crew who know these waters by heart. Swim off Honeymoon Beach, try snorkeling with sea life in clear blue coves, enjoy deli sandwiches and an open bar—and maybe take the helm yourself before drifting home salty-haired and sun-warm.
St. John kayak, snorkel & hike to Honeymoon Beach: 5 hoursA 5-hour kayaking and snorkeling activity in St. John combines paddling across Caneel Bay, snorkeling around the uninhabited Henley Cay within Virgin Islands National Park, a guided hike on the Lind Point Trail into Honeymoon Beach, and a picnic lunch. The tour includes all equipment, instruction, and meets at Mongoose Junction in Cruz Bay; water at Henley Cay can be choppy at times.Is it for me?Start at Mongoose Junction in Cruz Bay without needing a car — your taxi drops you there, and the guide handles the rest. This setup works whether you're staying elsewhere on the island or just don't want to navigate parking and logistics on an activity day.
St Thomas Powerboat Rental 37' Intrepid with CaptainA full-day private powerboat rental in St Thomas for up to 12 passengers with a Coast Guard certified captain, snorkel gear for all ages, and a sound system. The captain customizes the route based on your interests—you're not following a fixed itinerary, you're choosing the day as it unfolds. Pickup is included; water and ice are on board.Is it for me?Your captain knows every reef and anchorage—you decide which ones to visit and can change course anytime without penalty.
Snorkeling in Cruz Bay: Hike Lind Point Trail to Honeymoon BeachA guided hike and snorkel from Cruz Bay that starts at the Virgin Islands National Park Visitor Center, follows the Lind Point Trail past a scenic overlook of the bay and St. Thomas, then descends to Honeymoon Beach for a swim and reef exploration. Your guide provides mask, snorkel, fins, inflatable life vest and a fish ID card; children are welcome from age 8. The morning and afternoon departures are both three hours.Is it for me?Choose the morning departure if you want the reef before the afternoon crowds arrive at Honeymoon Beach, or the afternoon slot if you prefer to sleep in and hike when the sun is lower. Either way, your guide stays in the water with you the whole time, so you're never navigating the reef alone.
