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Buck Island Reef National Park
Category: Outdoor Activities - St. Croix Attractions & Activities
Address: off northeastern coast
This fascinating area has been called the most important attraction in the Caribbean for its ties to history and its abundant sealife. Many tour companies offer charters to the island, and some provide snorkeling gear as well, a must if you plan to explore the only underwater national park in the world. A marked submarine trail leads along coral...
Category: Outdoor Activities - St. Croix Attractions & Activities
Address: Rte 80, North Shore
This narrow, white sand beach is quite private, which makes it worth the drive from Christiansted. Palm trees provide shade for beach bunnies, while not-so-tranquil waters offer some of the island's best snorkeling and diving. Roughly ¼ mile offshore, the ocean floor quickly drops 1000 feet – a feature which gives rise to what scuba divers call...
Category: Outdoor Activities - St. Croix Attractions & Activities
Address: North Shore
This dive company has the largest rental and retail stock on St. Croix, and they'll rent both scuba and snorkeling gear or repair gear you already own. A range of options lets you take one of their snorkeling tours or become dive certified, and the dive shop is a PADI 5-star IDC company. In addition to the main location at Cane Bay, they have...
Category: Outdoor Activities - St. Croix Attractions & Activities
Address: Kingshill
This local company is best known for leading kayak tours of the Salt River ecosystem and exploring the area Columbus landed 500 years ago. Excursions allow time for sunbathing on the beach and bird-watching too. Moonlight, Hike & Snorkel, and Hike & Brunch tours of local beaches and tidepools are available as well. Most adventures run...
Category: Outdoor Activities - St. Croix Attractions & Activities
Address: eastern end of island
Rent a jeep if you plan to scout out this very remote, untouched beach. Once there you can luxuriate on the soft sands, take a dip in the placid waters, or go reef snorkeling.
Paul and Jill's Equestrian Stables
Category: Outdoor Activities - St. Croix Attractions & Activities
Address: Rte 58 North, #2 Estate Sprat Hall, Frederiksted
No experience is necessary to enjoy St. Croix's beauty from the back of a gentle horse. The largest stable in the Virgin Islands has an excellent reputation for clean, well-treated animals. Riders will trek among ruins of 18th century plantation houses and sugar mills and enjoy scenic vistas overlooking the ocean. Reservations must be made at...
Category: Outdoor Activities - St. Croix Attractions & Activities
Address: Rte 82, most eastern end of island
Keep heading east as far as you can go, and you'll find Point Udall – it's actually the easternmost point of the United States. Just remember to wear sturdy shoes if you want to visit the beach since you'll need to hike down a steep hill. If that's not your speed, just plan to soak in the view.
Category: Outdoor Activities - St. Croix Attractions & Activities
Address: Rte 63, north of town, Frederiksted
Located just outside Frederiksted, this popular public beach features jet ski rentals, volleyball, a bar, and a restaurant. Entrance to the beach is through the restaurant, but no fee is charged. However, the soft white sands are not shaded by trees, so bring your own sunshade.
Category: Outdoor Activities - St. Croix Attractions & Activities
Address: Hotel on the Cay, Christiansted Harbor, Christiansted
This shop offers a comprehensive range of water-sport equipment rentals and lessons. Non-divers can tour the ocean floor in an air-conditioned mini-sub, and parasailing is open to "non-experienced" folks too. In fact, the company has flown more than 65,000 parasailers and maintains a perfect safety record. Snorkeling equipment, kayaks,...
Category: Outdoor Activities - St. Croix Attractions & Activities
Address: Rte 82, east of town, Christiansted
Snorkelers and windsurfers favor this beach, which also offers great offshore views. Lounge chairs and equipment for your favorite water sport are available, and a popular local restaurant provides food and drink. Sea grape trees line the beach and offer a shady spot to relax between dips in the ocean.
