St. John - Activities

Day Trips

Cruz Bay Watersports
Cruz Bay
340-776-6234
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Website  www.divestjohn.com

Cruz Bay Watersports specializes in offshore snorkel tours. The afternoon snorkel tours depart from the Westin Hotel at 1:15pm and return around 4:00-4:30pm. The trip offers snorkeling on two diffferent offshore keys, located approximately 10-15 minutes apart. The trip price includes gear, instruction and assorted beverages. The Jost Van Dyke excursion is a fun day trip. The trip takes you to an offshore reef for snorkeling, the famous Foxy's restaurant for lunch, and beautiful White Bay to snorkel and visit the Soggy Dollar Bar.

Limnos Charters
340-775-3203

Take a day trip to explore the British Virgin Islands on Limnos Charters. The 53-foot twin engine catamarans have two decks for lounging and two fresh water showers above the swim platform. You will stop at both The Baths of Virgin Gorda and The Caves at Norman Island for snorkeling and swimming. Enjoy the complimentary boat bar which includes liquor, beer, wine and soda.

Low Key Watersports
Cruz Bay
Bob Shinners
800-835-7718 or 340-693-8999
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Website  www.divelowkey.com

Low Key Watersports is a scuba diving outfitter and training facility located in Cruz Bay. Certified dives take place daily at 8:30am and let you experience the beauty of the island reefs. Night dives and wreck dives are also available. Dive the Major General Rodgers, a sunken 120 foot steel hulled coast guard vessel or the famous RMS Rhone off Salt Island for a spectacular sight. Low Key Watersports also offers parasailing, kayaking tours, snorkeling adventures and equipment rentals.

Walking & Hiking

A Walk in the Park
Virgin Islands National Park
340-643-6397

Specializing in St. John island eco-tours, A Walk in the Park offers guided tours in St. John National Park. Choose from a variety of trails with different levels of difficulty. The Caneel Hill Hike begins with a challenging 750 foot climb to spectacular views and a stop at beautiful Honeymoon Beach. If you're looking for an easier walk to view the natural surroundings, The Lind Point Trail may be a better choice. Call for rates and other special tours.

Virgin Islands National Park
340-776-6201

Across from Mongoose Junction in Cruz Bay is the Visitors Center for Virgin Islands National Park. This is the place to go if you're interested in learning more about the island's environment or simply want information on hiking trails and local natural wonders. Pick up books, pamphlets, maps, and trail guides for your stay on the island. Open daily, 8am-4:30pm.

Golf & Tennis

Mahogany Run Golf Course
North Coast, St. Thomas
340-777-6006 or 800-253-7103
Website  www.mahoganyrungolf.com

St. John doesn't have golf courses, but it's an easy trip to St. Thomas to play on Mahogany Run Golf Course, the celebrated, Fazio-designed course where President Bill Clinton has been known to play while vacationing on the island. Take advantage of the beautiful driving range, putting green and 70-par course during your stay. Quality rental clubs are available at The Pro Shop. Call for tee times.

Caneel Bay Resort
Caneel Bay
340-776-6111 x 234

Eleven courts. Non-hotel guests $10 an hour per court. Private lessons $65 an hour; $35 a half hour. Tuesday and Thursday a mixed doubles complimentary Round Robin 4 to 6 pm. No lights.

Westin Resort
Great Cruz Bay Beach
340-693-8000

Six courts. Non-hotel guests $15 an hour. Private lessons $50 an hour; $30 a half hour. Lights on until 10 pm.

Activities, other

Arawak Expeditions
800-238-8687 or 340-693-8312
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Website  www.arawakexp.com

Arawak Expeditions offers guided sea kayak tours and mountain bike tours for the active traveler. For mountain biking, the company will provide you with top-quality, front-suspension Cannondale Mountain bikes for your trip. Choose from a series of routes for beginners or experienced bikers. Half day tours last approximately three hours. See the sites of St. John including gorgeous bays, old ruins, flora and fauna.