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Half-Day Boat Tour to Trunk Bay Beach, St. John - Charlotte Amalie

Half-Day Boat Tour to Trunk Bay Beach, St. John

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Difficulty

easy

Duration

4–5 hours

Fitness Level

Suitable for all fitness levels as the excursion involves mostly relaxing on the boat and gentle swimming.

Overview

Discover the beauty of Trunk Bay Beach on a private half-day boat tour from St. John’s Cruz Bay Dock with Great Exploration Tours. Swim, snorkel, and relax in one of the Caribbean’s most scenic spots.

Boat Tour
Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas

Half-Day Excursion to Trunk Bay Beach From St. John Cruz Bay Dock

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About This Adventure

Explore St. John with an island tour on this 4-hour excursion from St. John's Cruz bay dock

Duration

About 4 hours

About

Meet us in St. John Cruz Bay Dock to view the beautiful St. John scenery in two scenic stops included in the excursion. Stops offer the perfect opportunity for photos. Trunk Bay Beach is nestled inside the Virgin Islands National Park, the beach is a perfect location for you to admire the scenery or venture into the turquoise water to snorkel or swim. Your driver drops you off along the pristine beach, where you can find calm bay waters and luscious tropical foliage around you. Take advantage of the beach chair and umbrella rentals or find your spot for a day on the sand. Stretch out and feel the sun on your skin as the cooling Caribbean breeze blows in from the water. Next, head out for a dip into the warm coastal sea or rent a snorkel to explore the world of coral beneath the surface. The ferry tickets to St. John are not included in the price.

What's Included

  • An option for hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Driver/Guide

Additional Information

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • If from St. Thomas, Ferry tickets to and from St. John are not included in this tour's cost and are available for purchase at the dock. Roundtrip tickets cost $16.30 per person.
  • Pick-up and tour start times must be coordinated with the local supplier and are subject to change due to traffic conditions and the number of groups joining the tour.
  • At the time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at the time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time, and re-boarding time.
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Before getting in the vehicle after your beach time, make sure you're clean of sand and wearing dry clothes.
  • Most travelers can participate
  • *** Cruise Ship Passengers you must confirm by email the local tour provider within 72 hours of the tour to confirm disembark time. Not doing so may delay your tour

A minimum of 2 adult guests per booking is required and a minimum of 3 adult guests are required to proceed with the tour. This is a shared tour. Possible cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet tour guests' requirements. In the event of this occurring you will be offered an alternative or full refund. Notice will be given 24 hours in advance

Adventure Tips

Bring Reef-Safe Sunscreen

Protect yourself and the marine environment by using reef-safe sunscreen during the trip.

Arrive Early to Avoid Crowds

Getting an early start helps you enjoy Trunk Bay Beach before it fills up with visitors.

Stay Hydrated

Carry plenty of water to stay hydrated during the boat trip and beach time.

Wear Water Shoes

Water shoes protect your feet when snorkeling or walking on rocky reef areas at the beach.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Caribbean reef fish like parrotfish
  • Green sea turtles often spotted near reefs

History

Trunk Bay was once part of the Virgin Islands National Park established to protect the area's natural beauty and cultural history.

Conservation

Visitors are encouraged to follow strict guidelines to preserve coral reefs and marine habitats in the Virgin Islands National Park.

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Recommended Gear

Reef-Safe Sunscreen

Essential

Protects your skin and the coral reef from harmful chemicals.

summer specific

Swimsuit

Essential

Necessary for swimming and snorkeling at Trunk Bay Beach.

Snorkel Gear

Allows you to explore the underwater trail with ease and comfort.

Water Shoes

Protects your feet from rocky or coral surfaces on the beach.