Quiet Beaches

St. Thomas Snorkeling

by Dave Jackson

Snorkel a coral-fringed mangrove nursery with easy beach entry snorkel in the clear protected waters. Guides offer snorkeling instruction, point out the marine life and interpret the diverse mangrove ecosystem. Virgin Islands sailing offers the option of exploring the many uninhabited small islands with lovely secluded beaches. Charter boats also stop at Buck Island’s sandy beach on the west end. It wasn’t too bad a trip (location wise it was about 20 minutes from the cruise dock and like the description says, just up from Orient beach). Enjoy beautiful sunsets, quiet beaches and crystal blue seas teeming with sea life.

All yachts are modern, fully equipped sailing vessels which will make your cruising experience safe, fun and memorable. This allows snorkelers to explore the island’s most beautiful beaches and snorkel in breathtaking spots. Homer’s uses top-of-the-line scuba and snorkel gear with purge snorkels, all carefully sanitized after use.

The Beached Tug Boat and Brassball wrecks offer excellent opportunities for both novice scuba divers and snorkelers. As each wreck lies in only 20-25 feet of water, the underwater visibility at these sights is unmatched. John is considered to be one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Try Sapphire Beach, it’s located at Sapphire Hotel and it’s public even though they try to keep it off the regular info sheets you get. It was beautiful and you can rent a lounge chair for $5, plus they had all the other water stuff.

Lounge on the beach, snorkel the crystal waters or play in the surf. Here is your chance to live the fantasy!!! There are bars and restaurants all along this stretch of beach.

Sail Jester and experience the Caribbean crystal blue waters and beautiful white sand beaches. Come sail in cool tropical breezes and snorkel and explore the colorful coral reefs. In the afternoon, enjoy time at Trunk Bay, rated as one of the most beautiful beaches in the world by National Geographic. At Trunk Bay you will find the world famous underwater snorkeling trail. This beach will always occupy its own special place in our hearts!

Some tours include a combination of shopping, sightseeing and a couple hours at the beach. Customized tours are available too. The shore line has limited natural shade, luckily you can rent a beach umbrella if you seek some relief from the blazing tropical sun. The pretty turquoise water deepens quickly and often has mild waves. When the spirit moves you, rent some snorkeling gear and explore the reefs at either end of the beach. For a little more action, you can sharpen your skills on a Sunfish or learn to windsurf from a certified instructor.

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