Sports & Recreation

Land Activities: Visitors looking for an uncommon Caribbean experience can explore the 22 hiking trails managed by the National Park Service within Virgin Islands National Park. The woodland trails winding through subtropical vegetation can be challenging, especially if your trail takes you to the summit of Bordeaux Mountain, St. John's highest peak. The famous three-mile Reef Bay Trail takes hikers through dense forests, plantation ruins, and rock outcroppings marked by well-preserved petroglyphs.

After touring the island on foot, visitors may also tour the island's scenic roads in a rented automobile or bicycle. Two-hour safari bus tours and taxi tours are available as well, narrated by guides well-versed in West Indian folklore and in the history and natural wonders of St. John.

Water Activities: Snorkeling on St. John is an ideal way to discover the beauty of the island's coast. Trunk Bay's snorkeling trail provides underwater plaques describing the marine life found in the area. Cinnamon Bay is another popular snorkeling destination. Snuba, a unique activity available on St. John, combines the techniques of snorkeling and scuba diving without the heavy dive gear and extensive training courses. Personalized instruction, equipment, and guided underwater tours are all provided. Snuba divers can reach depths of up to 20 feet to discover the wonders of the aquatic world. No prior experience is required. Fishing, sailing, scuba diving, and windsurfing are also popular; rental equipment and guides are available for all skill levels. For more pedestrian pursuits, you'll find that our dozens of famous, secluded beaches are exactly what you need.