St. John Virgin Islands Excursions

The only way to reach St. John Island is by ferry from St. Thomas, as St. John does not have an airport. Travelers can enjoy a scenic journey by first flying to St. Thomas Island and then taking a public ferry to St. John Island.

U.S. citizens do not need a passport to travel to St. John since it is a U.S. territory. However, non-U.S. citizens will need a valid passport and possibly a visa.

The best time to visit St. John is between December and April, when the weather is warm and dry, perfect for outdoor activities. The off-season (May to November) offers fewer crowds, but be aware of the hurricane season.

Virgin Islands National Park, which covers most of St. John Island, showcases breathtaking natural landscapes, including lush forests, historic ruins, and pristine beaches. 

FINDING US AT CANEEL BAY ON ST. JOHN:

Our kayak, hike & snorkel tours on St. John are located at Honeymoon Beach at Caneel Bay on the north shore of the Virgin Islands National Park. You can reach Honeymoon Beach at Caneel Bay Resort several ways: by car, taxi, foot, or ferry.

From St. John by Car:

Drive to Caneel Bay Resort, one mile from Cruz Bay by car or by taxi. Walk over along the coastline until you reach Honeymoon Beach.

From St. John By Hiking:

Hike the one mile (20 minutes) LIND POINT TRAIL, a popular and easy trail to walk from Cruz Bay, starting a few blocks from the passenger ferry terminal.

From St. Thomas Via Passenger Ferry:

Take the ferry to St. John, which departs from Red Hook (the easternmost point of St. Thomas) every hour on the hour in both directions. The ferry costs $7 per person each way and is a 15-minute scenic and enjoyable ride. Once in St. John, walk 2 blocks to the left towards the VI National Park Visitor Center where you will find the Lind Point Trail that leads you to Honeymoon Beach at Caneel Bay. Approximately a one-mile hike.

From St. Thomas Via Car Barge:

Or, bring your car on the barge which mostly leaves every 30 minutes and costs $50 round trip. This is a better deal than the passenger ferry if you have 4 or more people as it gives you flexibility without needing a taxi service once you arrive on St. John. You will find the car barge to the left of the people passenger ferry on St. Thomas in Red Hook. The last car barge departs St. John at 6:15 pm to return to St. Thomas by 6:45 pm.

Taxi Tips:

If taking a taxi, tell the driver to take you to, “Caneel Bay Resort.” Follow the trail along the coastline to Honeymoon Beach.

Approximate Taxi Fares:

Confirm fare before getting in the taxi. It can range from $8 – $12 per person each way depending on where your ship docks and how quickly the driver can fill up his taxi. Virgin Islands Ecotours has no control over taxi fare prices. All taxis are independently owned and operated, and fares are set and regulated by the government.

Your payment is 100% refundable until 24 hours before the date and time your tour is due to depart. If you cancel your booking with less than 24 hours notice or fail to show up for your tour, then the full cost of the tour will not be refunded.

On our  St. John tours, you will paddle over colorful coral reefs and hike through the pristine Virgin Islands National Park. You may see a variety of birds such as brown pelicans, blue herons, night herons, egrets, yellow warblers and hummingbirds. While snorkeling you may see spotted eagle rays, turtles, pufferfish, octopus, lobster, stingrays, parrotfish and much more!

Yes! You can now upgrade any eligible tour to a private experience for just a $99 flat fee. This “Private Tour Upgrade” can be selected during online checkout—just look for the Flat Fee – Private Tour Upgrade option when booking your tour. Private tours are available any day except Wednesdays.

Prefer to book by phone? Give us a call at (340) 779-2155 and we’ll take care of everything.

For corporate groups, special events, or custom experiences, please contact us directly by phone at (340) 779-2155 or by email at info@viecotours.com to make arrangements with our team.