St. John - Water Sports

Scuba & Snorkel

Cinnamon Bay Beach
North Shore
This large and spectacular beach is a favorite among families, college students and young adults. Directly off the main pathway to the beach is a surfside hut that rents windsurfers, sailboats and snorkel gear. Snorkeling is fun here since there are a myriad of underwater mountains and caverns to see. The beach offers a snack bar, restaurant, mini-grocery mart and shower facilities.

Leincester Bay and Waterlemon Cay
Located next to the Annaberg Plantation are Leincester Bay and Waterlemon Cay. If you drive down the short dirt road to Leincester Bay, the small, pebbly beach will lead you to excellent snorkeling. However, if you're a strong swimmer and would like to experience a bit more snorkeling delight, try hiking the 30-minute path, which is part inland and part shoreline, to Waterlemon Cay. Swim out to cay where you can see mammoth sea turtles, and starfish.

Natural Adventures St. John
National Park dock in Cruz Bay
340-690-2818
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Natural Adventures St. John teaches visitors about the natural wonders of the Virgin Islands environment. Experience snorkeling among a natural reef, observing spectacular seabirds and enjoying the incredible scenery throughout the trip. Here you will learn more about coral reef ecology, botany, island evolution, bird life and the geological history of the Virgin Islands. Depart the National Park dock in Cruz Bay at 9:30am or 1pm daily. Tours last approximately two hours and are limited to six people.

Trunk Bay Beach
North Shore

Reputed to be one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, Trunk Bay is also one of the most populated beaches on the island. Vacationers flock here to snorkel the reef and its underwater trail complete with plaques to explain the sights. We recommend visiting the beach in the early morning and evening when it's particularly pleasant. Trunk Bay features a snack bar, showers and restrooms.

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.

Fishing

Peanut Gallery
Crown Bay Marina, St. Thomas
Captain Steven Malpere
340-775-5274

If you love to fish then call Captin Steven Malpere to schedule a half day sportfishing trip. Climb aboard “Peanut Gallery” which is a custom built 33' Bertram and experience the best sportfishing in the Virgin Islands. Local species include blue and white marlin, sailfish, yellowfin and blackfin tuna, wahoo, and king mackerel. Tackle, equipment, soft drinks and beer are provided. Four person maximum. Morning charters run 8am-noon or 9am-1pm.

Sailing

Wayward Sailor
Phil Chalker
340-776-6922
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Website  www.waywardsailor.net

Captain Phil Chalker commands the Wayward Sailor, a 30-foot classic sloop.  As a licensed captain and marine naturalist, Capt. Phil combines his knowledge of the sea and marine life for an unforgettable sailing and snorkeling experience.  Wayward Sailor offers full day (10am-4pm) or half day (9am-12pm or 1pm-4pm) excursions, sunset sails, and Jost Van Dyke trips. The Wayward Sailor has a maximum of six guests and guarantees personal service.