There are many activities to explore the beauty of St. John and its close neighbors during your luxury family vacation. For the active vacationer the list includes the full gamut of water sports, tennis, hiking, golf, and horseback riding. Equally enjoyable is the architecture of the islands, shopping, and spa and massage services (including private en-suite villa appointments) which are also readily available.

Runners and walkers will like the views as you explore the roads of Great Cruz Bay and Chocolate Hole near Kismet. Ask the Estate Manager for their card with a map of the neighborhood.

Here are the links to some of our favorite activity providers on St John, to help you plan the perfect activities for you and your family. Our Estate Managers would be glad to make reservations for whatever adventure you desire.

Sailing

Keoka ~ explore the Caribbean aboard 50' wooden catamaran, sail and snorkel the US and British Virgin Islands 340.244.SAIL

Sail Safaris ~ offers St John snorkeling and sailing tours into the Virgin Islands National Park in the USVI. 866.820.6906, 340.626.8181

Scuba Diving

Low Key ~ in operation since 1987, Low Key has grown from a basic PADI dive shop and two-person operation to a PADI Five Star IDC Training Facility. 1.800.835.7718

Snorkeling from the Beaches

Low Key ~ There is great snorkeling off of both South and North shore beaches.  Low Key rents snorkel equipment, including prescription mask. 1.800.835.7718

Kayaking

Arawak Expeditions ~ offering day trips, camping expeditions, and also fly fishing. 800.238.8687, 340.693.8312

Para Sailing and Jet Skiing

Parasailing departing from Great Cruz Bay as well as rentals of jet skis and other aquatic toys. 340.776-6234 Cruz Bay Watersports

Power Boat Rentals and Charters

Ocean Runner ~ convenient and friendly, you can rent a powerboat with or without a guide, and also rent snorkel or fishing gear. 340.693.8809

Day Trip to the BVI

Stormy Petrel/Pirates Penny ~ their stops have been carefully chosen to offer a varied, exciting, and unhurried introduction to the B.V.I. They take a maximum of 12 guests. 340.775.7990

Sea More Charters ~ consider their 42' yacht your private one for groups of 1 to 12 people. 340.714.2214

Bad Kitty ~ the speed and comfort of Bad Kitty allows visits to the most asked about destinations in the U.S. and British Virgin Islands. 340.777.7245 or 340.998.5564

Sport Fishing

Marlin Prince ~ well-equipped to handle all your USVI sport fishing requirements on the USVI’s own 45’ Viking. They sport fish for Blue Marlin, White Marlin, Sailfish, Tuna, Wahoo and Dolphin (Mahi-Mahi). 340.693.5929

Mixed Bag ~ offering year-round offshore action with Marlin, Dorado, Tuna, Wahoo, while inshore catch Snapper, King Fish, Skip Jacks and more. 340.513.0389, 340.776.6730

Hiking

Virgin Islands National Park ~ there are many hiking trails throughout the park, and well maintained by a large volunteer contingent. Trail maps are available at National Park Headquarters in Cruz Bay. 340.776.6201, ext 238

Horseback Riding

Carolina Corral ~ scenic, horseback trail rides in Coral Bay, 340.693.5778

Shopping

Mongoose Junction ~ St John's premier collection of fashionable shops and restaurants in a unique architectural and tropical setting unmatched in the Virgin Islands.

Wharfside Village ~ St. John's other collection of fashionable and sporty shops along the sea near the ferry wharf. 

Spas and Massage Therapists

Paradise Massage ~ experience a massage in the comfort and privacy of Kismet. Two therapists are available for side-by-side massages. 340.642.5666

Drift Away Spa ~ a blend of experienced professionals and modern luxury, Drift Away is St. John’s premiere day spa. 340.775.2400

Tennis

The Westin Resort ~ 6 lighted artificial turf courts available for an hourly rate. 340.693.8000 (ask for Tennis)

Caneel Bay Resort ~ 7 hard courts and 4 OMNI artificial grass courts available for an hourly rate. Lessons and player match up available. 340.776.6111

St. Thomas Activities

Coral World ~ a marine life park with one of only a few underwater observatories in the world with entertaining and educational exhibits. 340.775.1555, toll-free: 888.695.2073

Butterfly Farm ~ imagine walking through a lush tropical rain forest amidst flowers and trees, ponds and a trickling waterfall with butterflies flying overhead and all around you in their own natural paradise. 340.715.3366

Yacht Haven Grande on St. Thomas ~ truly a shopper’s haven.  Guests will experience duty-free shopping in a tropical village in which to enjoy lunch or cocktails while shopping a variety of world famous stores. 340.774.9500

Golf on St. Thomas

Mahogany Run ~ this 6,022-yard, par-70 course on St. Thomas, designed by George and Tom Fazio, offers 18 of the most beautiful holes in the Caribbean, culminating in the spectacular “Devil’s Triangle,” the world renowned Signature trio of the 13th, 14th and 15th holes on the Atlantic Ocean. 340.777.6250, 340.777.6006, toll-free 800.253.7103

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