Wednesday, December 11, 2013

Have Fun With St John Shore Excursions

By Tiffany Gill


A trip to the US Virgin Islands is just not complete without spending time on St John shore excursions. This amazing island may be small but it certainly has plenty to do. At only sixteen square miles it is actually the smallest of the islands and over two thirds of it has been designated a national park.

Visitors to the island have been thrilled by the beautiful beaches, warm ocean waters and lush vegetation for many years. The population is around 3,500 people, many of whom work in the tourist industry. They offer the typical warm welcome that visitors have come to expect from these islands. The lush tropical landscape is home to more than nine hundred difference species of wildlife. The selection of plants and flowers is also quite astonishing.

Some people opt to rent a Jeep and drive around by themselves. This is also a fun way to enjoy the amazing scenery and views. The island is home to a population of around three thousand five hundred residents. Many of them work in the tourist industry and do a great job taking care of the visitors. They can give recommendations on the best restaurants and directions to the best beaches.

One of the outings that is considered a must by most tour guides is a snorkeling trip. There are a great range of beaches to choose from but the most popular is called Trunk Bay. The sands are a glistening white and the water temperature is around eighty degrees all year round. Snorkeling and scuba diving equipment can be rented from local surf shops and there are many experience professions on hand to help.

What makes Trunk Bay so special is the underwater snorkeling trail that has been carefully set out for visitors to follow. There are numerous plaques set into the ocean floor to tell the guest all about the amazing underwater habitat. There are also special dives for those who want to learn all about underwater photography and bring home some truly stunning pictures.

One place that most people consider a must is the beach at Trunk Bay. There is a unique underwater snorkeling trail with plaques to show the visitors all about the diverse marine life of the area. The more adventurous many want to head out further and try some diving. It is a good idea to book ahead and secure all the equipment and a knowledgeable local guide.

One of the highlights of any tour is a stop at the Annaberg Ruins. This is the remains of an eighteenth century Danish sugar plantation. Visitors can see how life was for both the colonial family and the slaves. Guides escort the visitor around the plantation and show them some traditional native cooking.

The choice and diversity of St John shore excursions is outstanding. Visitors should plan ahead to make the most of their time on this island paradise.




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