Things to do in US Virgin Islands
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St Thomas: Snuba Coral World Ocean Park Entry & Guided DiveYou’ll start with a friendly snuba briefing at Coral World Ocean Park before heading underwater on a 30-minute guided dive along St Thomas’ reefs. All gear is included and your local guide keeps things relaxed (and fun). After surfacing, enjoy full access to explore the park at your own pace — it’s an easygoing adventure that sticks with you.
St. Thomas Island Scenic Tour: Mountain Top & Historic LandmarksYou ride up to Mountain Top at 2,100 feet for a banana daiquiri and island views, then stop at Drake's Seat and Skyline Drive for photos, visit Blackbeard's Castle and Fort Christian (both historic landmarks), and return in an air-conditioned vehicle. The tour skips the beach entirely—it's built around the island's high points and history instead, which is what makes it different from a standard beach day.Is it for me?Book this if you want the island's main historic and scenic stops without renting a car or navigating mountain roads yourself—the fixed route and small groups mean you see everything in one organized morning or afternoon.
Jost Van Dyke tour: Foxy's, Bubbly Pool & White BayThis full-day boat tour departs from either St. Thomas or St. John and takes you to Jost Van Dyke, a British Virgin Island known for its bars and beaches. You'll visit the world-famous Foxy's Bar in Great Harbor, hike to the Bubbly Pool at Foxy's Taboo, swim at White Bay, and stop at Sandy Spit Island and the Willy-T on the return. A valid passport is required, and international customs fees of $85 per person are paid on the day of the tour.Is it for me?Spend your day island-hopping between Jost Van Dyke's legendary bars—Foxy's, Corsairs, and Foxy's Taboo—with time to hike to Bubbly Pool or relax at White Bay's world-ranked beach.
St. John Island-Hopping Tour: Snorkel with Sea TurtlesA private boat charter from St. Thomas explores St. John's north and south shores by water, with stops at Maho Bay for sea turtles, Waterlemon Cay for coral, and quiet beaches accessible only by boat. The captain steers the route, snorkeling gear is provided, and you choose between a half-day or full-day trip on a 29' or 32' catamaran. Fuel is billed separately at $8 per gallon; food at floating vendors like Pizza Pi and Lime Out is your own cost.Is it for me?Book the half-day if you're squeezing the trip into an afternoon or your first time snorkeling and want a shorter introduction; the full-day suits anyone with a full morning and afternoon free who wants to hit both shores and see more of the island from the water. Choose the 29' catamaran for a smaller group or the 32' if your party is larger and you want more deck space.
St Thomas: Sunset Kayak Mangrove Lagoon Tour & Bird IslandYou’ll paddle through St Thomas’ mangrove lagoon as golden hour falls, guided by a local who knows every twist in the waterway. Watch birds settle onto Bird Island at sunset, feel that hush as daylight fades, and share laughs with your group before returning to shore with new stories in your head.
St Croix: Horseback Riding Tour in Rainforest & PasturesYou’ll ride gentle horses through St Croix’s rainforest and open pastures with a local guide who knows every animal by name. Taste fresh-picked fruit if it’s in season, meet farm dogs and unique cattle breeds along the way, and hear stories about this land’s history as you go — all at your own pace.
St Thomas Treasure Hunt: Solve Clues, Dig TreasureThe Tropical Treasure Hunt is an interactive treasure hunt on St Thomas that takes you through the Pirates Treasure Museum and around Havensight to solve mentally stimulating challenges and locate pieces of a treasure map. You'll be driven to one of the island's beaches where you dig up an actual treasure chest, with bottled water and snacks included throughout the three-hour experience. A live English-speaking guide leads the hunt; children from age 3 are welcome.Is it for me?The live guide speaks English throughout, so the challenges and pirate history come through clearly for anyone who understands English—no translation needed. Groups of all ages work through the hunt together, making it a shared puzzle-solving experience rather than a guided lecture.
St Thomas: Full Day Sailing & Snorkeling with Lunch & DrinksYou’ll join a small group for a relaxed sail from St Thomas, with plenty of time to snorkel clear waters (gear included), enjoy Mediterranean-style lunch onboard, and sip rum punch while swapping stories under the sun. Expect friendly crew, good company, and moments that stick with you long after you’re back on shore.
St. Thomas Jeep Tour: Mountain Top, Drake's Seat & Beach StopsA six-hour Jeep tour of St. Thomas with a live guide covers four stops: Drake's Seat overlooks Megan's Bay, Mountain Top sits at the island's highest elevation with shopping and a famous banana daiquiri, downtown Charlotte Amalie shows colonial buildings dating to the 1600s, and Brewers Beach offers snorkeling with provided equipment and beach chairs. Pickup is included, and the tour suits all fitness levels.Is it for me?Pick this if you want a driver handling navigation and timing while you relax with other travelers, and you're comfortable sharing a Jeep with a group.
St Thomas: Private Catamaran Sailing & St John SnorkelYou sail on a private catamaran to St John National Park, snorkel at uncrowded reefs, and eat charcuterie while anchored offshore. The boat holds 4 to 12 people, so your group stays together. Snorkel gear, drinks, and snacks are included. You choose how much time to spend sailing versus on the beach, and you're back by mid-afternoon.Is it for me?Book this if you want to snorkel St John's best reefs without the cruise-ship crowds and without arranging your own boat—the private catamaran and experienced captains handle the navigation and timing, leaving you free to swim, eat, and sail at your own pace.
Snorkeling Virgin Gorda, Cooper Island & Norman IslandA 9.5-hour snorkeling excursion from St. Thomas or St. John explores three Southern British Virgin Islands: you hike The Baths' boulder-filled National Park on Virgin Gorda, stop for lunch and drinks at Cooper Island's solar-powered brewery, then snorkel a remote reef near Norman Island. Captain, mate, snorkel gear, beverages and snacks are included; a valid passport is required and customs fees apply.Is it for me?Choose this if you want to move through the day—hiking, swimming, snorkeling—rather than anchoring at one beach. The hike and the remote reef mean you cover more ground and see fewer crowds than the standard island loop, and the guide's knowledge of The Baths' caves and grottos is what makes the hike worth the effort.
St. Thomas & St. John Catamaran Sail: Luxury CharterA private catamaran charter from St. Thomas or Cruz Bay carries up to 12 guests on a 6.5-hour sail through the U.S. Virgin Islands with a USCG-trained crew. The boat includes breakfast, a full lunch prepared daily, an open bar, snorkeling equipment, paddle boards and beach toys; you choose the anchorages and the pace. The crew handles navigation, food and safety so your group sets the itinerary.Is it for me?Book this charter if your group wants to control the day—the stops, the timing, the music and who you sail with. The fixed crew and boat mean no splitting up across multiple tours, and the open bar and meals included mean nobody's hunting for lunch or calculating what to order. Groups of 6 to 12 work best; smaller groups can book a private charter, and larger ones will need to split across two boats.
Private Sailing & Snorkel St Thomas: Customize your dayYou get a full day on your own chartered boat with up to five guests, departing from St. Thomas at 9am and returning by 3:30pm. Two snorkel stops in St. John National Park, grilled lunch between them, and an open bar throughout. Snorkel gear and all drinks are included; you only decide where to go and when to move.Is it for me?Right for groups of friends or family who want a full day on the water without a fixed schedule or strangers on board. Expect a relaxed pace — you're not rushing between stops, and the crew adjusts the day based on what your group enjoys most.
St Thomas: Sea Turtle Snorkel Tour & Guaranteed SightingsYou snorkel for two hours in calm, clear water where resident sea turtles are guaranteed to appear. The tour includes all gear, floatation devices, water and a guide who keeps the group small enough to actually see what's happening. Photos and videos are sold separately. Arrive fifteen minutes early; the vehicle leaves on time.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see sea turtles without the uncertainty — the guarantee means you're not gambling on sightings, and the small group size means your guide actually watches the water with you instead of managing a crowd.
St. John: Private Jeep Tour, Beaches & Coral Bay SightsYou’ll feel St. John’s rhythm from a Jeep seat—windows down, salt air in your hair—with stops at Trunk Bay’s blue shallows, Annaberg’s quiet ruins, and Coral Bay’s easygoing charm. A local guide shares stories as you snack or sip something cold above Windmill Bar’s view. It’s less about checking boxes and more about letting the island show off in its own way.
Sunset Sail Virgin Islands: Small Group, Open Bar IncludedA sunset sailing tour in the Virgin Islands for up to 6 guests aboard the Frances Anne, with an open bar, charcuterie board, bottled water and snorkeling equipment included. The boat departs at a set time, so you arrive 15 minutes early and the guide handles the route and the timing. Live English-speaking guide leads the sail.Is it for me?The two-hour window fits a free afternoon or a gap between arrival and evening plans, leaving you time to shower and change before dinner. If you need a full-day excursion or a longer water experience, look for an all-day sailing tour instead.
Private Sailing Yacht Charter Virgin Islands – Snorkel & ExploreYou’ll get your own private yacht for a full day in the Virgin Islands—snorkeling with turtles at Maho Bay, relaxing at Honeymoon Beach, and sailing past Trunk Bay. It’s all about easygoing adventure and good company—with everything taken care of by your crew.
St. Thomas: Island Buggy Self-Drive Tour with Beaches & Mountain TopYou’ll steer your own island buggy around St. Thomas—no rush, no crowds—stopping at beaches like Emerald and Magens Bay to swim or snack at a roadside truck. Climb up to Mountain Top for banana daiquiris and wild views before pausing at Drake’s Seat where history feels close enough to touch. It’s about freedom more than anything—a day that feels yours.
St Thomas: Little & Great St James Snorkel & Pizza LunchYou snorkel two reefs in a marine sanctuary, get all gear and instruction, then eat fresh pizza delivered by sailboat while floating at Great St James. The open bar runs after snorkeling, and you're back on land by early afternoon. Pickup is either from Red Hook (St Thomas) or Cruz Bay beach (St John), depending on where you're staying.Is it for me?Pick this if you want a short morning on the water with two snorkel stops and a meal included, without arranging lunch separately or spending the whole day away from your hotel. The fixed 4-hour window and included gear mean you're ready to go as soon as you board.
British Virgin Islands: Private Boat Charter & Beach Bars TourYou’ll ride with a local captain on a private boat charter through the British Virgin Islands, stopping for tacos at Coral Bay’s floating bar, snorkeling at The Baths’ granite caves, and relaxing at beach bars like Soggy Dollar or Honeymoon Beach. Expect laughter with locals, cold drinks delivered by paddleboard, and plenty of time to swim or just watch sunlight dance on turquoise water.
