St.John, US Virgin Islands - an American Territory

USVI

Where to Stay

Sights to See

Camping

Floral Tour

Ivan Jadan Museum

Getting There by Boat

Even though this is the smallest of the Virgins, 28 square miles in size, many say it is the loveliest.

Two thirds of St. John is a U.S. National Park, and here you see what the world is like when nature takes care of itself. Friends of the Virgin Islands National Park volunteers staff an information kiosk here. Spend day after day on beach after beach, each with its own panoramic view. Let a friendly mongoose lead you along a woodland trail. Many of them end on a plateaux high in the sky, offering panoramic views of white beaches, emerald cays, and turquoise waters.

The trail to Rams Head on the northeast side of the island contrasts with the normal soft white sand Beaches found elsewhere on St. John. You start at the Salt Pond area, going past Trunk Bay on this two hour tour.

In Cruz Bay there are gift shops and well stocked grocery stores; there are also dive centers and jeep rental services. Once you've visited, you'll know why the natives call Cruz Bay, Love City.

Sights

There are tours of the National Park by safari bus or jeep, and you'll find the drivers take a special pride in the beauty of St. John. One well known taxi personality is Miss Lucy Smith, her wagon can be identified by cow's horns entwined with flowers on the hood. (Due to her Popularity you must Book with her by reservation). There is a standard rate for all tours, with stops at key observation points. Island guides will charm you with ancient folklore and authentic knowledge of the island.

You'll also see glimpses of abandoned 18th-century sugar plantations, especially along the Reef Bay trail. And you can even visit one -- Estate Annaberg.

Rental Cars are available in Cruz Bay

By Boat

You can do some very special sightseeing around St. John. Coral Bay is a nice anchorage, with drinks and snacks available. Hurricane Hole is a perfect anchorage, surrounded by the National Park and few people.

Caneel Bay resorts provides boat trips during the week to Virgin Gorda. You leave in the morning, have lunch and return late in the day. Call ahead to confirm.

How to get there: A short ferry ride connects you to St. Thomas, making it easy to stay on either island, and experience both of these Virgin Islands. Ferry Schedule

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