Ride up to Mountain Top for sweeping island views, sip the famous banana daiquiri, then choose two beaches for snorkeling and sun. This half-day tour pairs a dramatic viewpoint with three hours on powdery sand and clear water.
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The road climbs and the windows open to a spill of sea — a fan of islands, reefs and color smashing into the horizon. At Mountain Top the wind takes your breath as much as the view: Atlantic on one side, the Caribbean on the other, with Tortola, St. John and Jost Van Dyke visible when skies are clear. The viewpoint's bar, known for its banana daiquiris, gives a casual pause before the tour drops you to two beaches for a combined three hours of swimming, snorkeling or sand-and-shelter time.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves short walks on sand and a few steps at viewpoints and beach access points.
Wildlife
History
St. Thomas was a Danish colony until 1917; many roads and plantation-era place names reflect that colonial period.
Conservation
The USVI protects many reef areas; visitors are encouraged to use reef-safe sun products, avoid touching coral, and pack out trash to reduce impact.
Reserve your spot on the St. Thomas Mountain Top Tour and Beach Hopping today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Confirm pickup details
Provide your ship or hotel name before the tour and bring your ship ID or government ID for check-in.
Bring reef-safe sunscreen
Use reef-safe sun protection to protect local coral and reduce skin irritation in saltwater and sun.
Carry small bills
Some beaches charge a small entrance fee (~$5) and local vendors may prefer cash for lockers or snacks.
Watch currents and ask locals
Snorkel at marked areas and ask guides about current conditions; some beaches have stronger rip currents than others.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin while minimizing harm to coral and marine life.
summer
Snorkel set
Portable mask and snorkel let you explore reefs without rental lines at busy beaches.
summer
Water shoes
Protect feet from rocky entry points and hot sand during shore access.
spring
Light daypack & refillable water bottle
Keeps sun protection, ID, cash and water handy during transfers and beach stops.