Top Things to do in U.S. Virgin Islands
Top Hotels in U.S. Virgin Islands
- 1. The Fred
- 2. The Buccaneer Beach & Golf Resort Trademark Collection by Wyndham
- 3. Bluebeards Resort
- 4. The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas
- 5. The Fred
- 6. Olga's Fancy
- 7. Carambola Beach Resort St. Croix, US Virgin Islands
- 8. Emerald Beach Resort
- 9. Carambola Beach Resort St. Croix, US Virgin Islands
- 10. Mafolie Hotel
The 10 Best Reefs in U.S. Virgin Islands, U.S. Virgin Islands
Made up of St. Croix, St. John and St. Thomas, the laidback USVI offer sophisticated dining, turquoise waters and quaint towns. On St. Croix, Christiansted's colorful Danish Colonial buildings provide a lovely backdrop for dining or sailing. Underwater coral gardens are heaven for divers. On St. Thomas, shopping mecca Charlotte Amalie has hopping nightlife. Tranquil St. John offers quiet trails, secluded coves and lively Cruz Bay's shops and bars. Ferries and local air services link the islands.
Restaurants in U.S. Virgin Islands
1. Outer Brass
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
This hairy dive site is an enormous granite slab with a coral-encrusted 80-foot drop on either side.
2. Carvel Rock
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
A cluster of rocks, some steeply sloping and circuitous, making for a dramatic dive.
3. Cow and Calf Rocks
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 62 reviews
At a depth of 40 feet, this shallow dive is a popular spot for novice snorkelers, which features twin rocks that pierce the surface connected by a labyrinth of swim-through tunnels, archways and caves.
Reviewed By aaronlZ7909KS - Sumter, United States
We visited these two dive sites on 5/23/17. Visibility was excellent (60+ ft.) with little to no current and pretty calm seas (2-4ft waves at most). The sites are full of caverns and swim through holes in coral formations that are home to a wide variety of sea life. We encountered some of the largest lobster and hermit crabs I have ever seen along with a majestic lion fish, an eagle ray, and many, many more species. There are many nooks and crannies for some of the more shy creatures to hide in, so bring a good dive light along with an underwater camera for some nice pictures. This part of St. Thomas is protected, so you are not allowed to grab any of the large vacated conch shells you find, nor are you allowed to grab any of the lobsters you are bound to encounter. There are better sites if you are looking for turtles, but this is one of the better ones on St. Thomas.
4. French Cap
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Six miles offshore St. Thomas, the Cap makes for a stunning dive with enormous ledges, overhangs and even big sea creatures like sharks and rays.
5. Eagle Shoals
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
This reef plateau has a hollow center accessible by swim-throughs and tunnels.
6. Swirling Reef of Death
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Despite its forbidding name, this reef is shallow, calm and pleasantly full of marine life.
7. Northstar
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
This popular dive site features a drop-off from 40 to 60 feet, leading to a sand plateau, with an ancient Danish anchor lying embedded in the coral. Watch for the occasional dolphins and turtles that populate the area.
8. Leinster Bay
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 163 reviews
A rocky, windswept bay on the northern coast of St. John.
Reviewed By Beachgirl42 - Woodstock, United States
This was one of our favorite hikes. Beautiful walk and hike in. Encourage going the entire trail up to the Great House! Passed some sweet donkeys along the trail. Brilliant views. Snorkeled at Watermelon Cay afterwords. Gorgeous.
9. Waterlemon Cay
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 923 reviews
A short swim from Leinster Bay, you'll find some of the best snorkeling on this small island, with its plethora of marine life.
Reviewed By GJL79 - Walkersville, United States
This is our favorite place to snorkel on St. John's. Wear sneakers and walk on a gentle hike for about a mile, from the Sugar Mill parking lot and then enjoy the beautiful view. Swim around the tiny island just offshore. The live coral is beautiful and there are lots of fish, sea turtles, birds and starfish to observe. Be sure to use plenty of sunscreen so you do not get sunburned. If you plan to picnic after your swim, be sure to either hang your bag in a nearby tree, carry it in a thick plastic cooler or leave your food in your car. The mongoose steal food from backpacks and plastic bags when no one is around.
10. Tektite
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
The clear waters of this cove, once the site of an underwater NASA research station, make for excellent diving.
Reviewed By lccTulum_Mexico - Collegeville, United States
My husband and I hiked this trail in the morning. We were the only ones in it. Spectacular views and a nice work out. It gets hot so go early. A dip in Little Lameshur Bay afterwards was perfect.
