St. John Guidebook's Favorite Excursions

Sail to Jost Van Dyke for beach time, lunch, and island vibes. It’s a fun, relaxed way to enjoy one of the BVI’s most famous beaches with friends or family.

Island hop, snorkel, and eat your way around St. John in one fun full day on the water. This trip hits Lime Out, Pizza Pi, Lovango, and great snorkel spots.

Snorkel two top reef spots in the Virgin Islands National Park, then enjoy snacks, drinks, and a relaxing cruise back.

Paddle a quiet coastline, snorkel in reef waters and look out for sea turtles. An exciting day out on St. John’s north shore.

Try scuba diving for the first time. Gear, instruction, and two reef dives included. Even if you’ve never dived before, this half-day intro gets you underwater to explore St. John’s reefs.

Three iconic British Virgin Islands stops in one unforgettable day. Hike The Baths, enjoy lunch at Cooper Island Beach Club, and snorkel the reefs at Norman Island.

Paddle the quiet East End, snorkel at Pelican Rock or Hidden Reef, and explore a short coastal trail with sweeping views of the BVI.

Kayak the calm, clear waters of St. John’s East End, snorkel one of its hidden reefs, and enjoy a short nature walk with big views of the BVI.

Paddle along St. John’s north shore, snorkel two reefs with sea turtles and tropical fish, then chill under palm trees with a picnic at Honeymoon Beach.

Take a guided hike through Salt Pond and Drunk Bay, learn about local plants and wildlife, then cool off with an optional snorkel in calm Salt Pond Bay.

Hike through cacti, forest, and old ruins before cooling off with a snorkel in Brown Bay’s calm, shallow water. It is a great mix of history, nature, and easy snorkeling.

Start your day underwater with two morning dives on St. John’s reefs. Gear is included and the crew picks the best sites for the day.

Take to the sky and see St. John and St. Thomas from above on a smooth, scenic parasailing flight. It is an unforgettable way to enjoy island views.

Explore a classic St. John trail with history, ruins, petroglyphs, and a jungle hike down to the beach.

Sail into golden hour from St. John on a comfy catamaran while you enjoy a drink, some light snacks, and one of the best sunset views around. It is an easy, laid back way to end the day on the water.

Snorkel two reef spots, grab fresh-baked pizza, then enjoy drinks and a sunset dance party on the water. All in one afternoon — the ultimate mix of reef, food, and fun.

Walk the easy shoreline trail to Waterlemon Cay, then snorkel one of St. John’s top reef spots with starfish, turtles, and colorful fish.

Walk through Cruz Bay after dark and hear ghost stories, legends, and hidden island history from a local guide. It is a fun and spooky way to see St. John from a whole new angle.

Snorkel vibrant reefs off St. John, then chill over wood-fired pizza and drinks on the only floating pizza boat in the Virgin Islands. A laid-back half-day sail you won’t forget.

Dive beneath the surface after dark with a glow-light in hand and watch a whole new underwater world come alive. Catch nocturnal marine life few ever see.

One-hour horseback ride along the Coral Bay shoreline and up through scenic trails around the Carolina Corral.

Set sail from Jost Van Dyke. Snorkel sparkling reefs, lounge on postcard-perfect White Bay beach, and sip a legendary drink at the iconic Soggy Dollar Bar. A full-day BVI escape that blends beach, boat and pure island vibes.

Snorkel vibrant reefs off St. John, then hit the only floating taco bar in the Virgin Islands. Tacos, floating fun, and sailing all in one unforgettable half-day adventure.

Escape to the iconic Baths of Virgin Gorda, where massive granite boulders, sea caves, and turquoise pools create one of the Caribbean’s most unforgettable landscapes. A bucket-list adventure just a boat ride away from St. John!

Hop on board for a grown ups only adventure to Jost Van Dyke, Sandy Spit, and the Willy T. It is a full day of beach bars, music, drinks, and easy island fun.

Spend a full day exploring some of the most iconic spots in the BVI including The Baths, Norman Island, and White Bay. An easy way see the best of the islands by boat.

Take a short hike along the coast, then snorkel in calm, clear water at Honeymoon Beach. It’s a quick, easy way to see St. John’s natural side.

Cruise from St. John to Lovango Resort for a casual night out that starts with cocktails on the sail over and ends with dinner on a private island. It is a fun and simple way to mix up your evening plans on vacation.

Glide across the water under the stars in a glowing clear-bottom kayak, watching rays, tarpon, or turtles light up below you.

Snorkel at the quiet outer islands, then head to Lime Out for tacos and cocktails before ending the afternoon on one of St. John’s beautiful beaches.