St John Island and Trunk Bay Beach Tour
Description
Avoid the crowds with this small group tour of St. John. You'll be picked up at your resort or cruise ship and will head to the East End ferry dock or meet the guide at the Cruz Bay dock and tour the beautiful island of St John, after enjoy beach time at the world class Trunk Bay Beach. Travel between the two islands on a scenic ferry ride then steps ashore on St John. Began with an island tour of this picture-perfect island given by a local guide. Tour is wonderful for scenic view, beach time and leaning about the history of the island. After your island tour, you’ll have free time to explore the charming town of Cruz Bay before heading back to St. Thomas. Wander through its unique architectural buildings, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, visit art galleries, or browse the boutiques for one‑of‑a‑kind finds. Please note that ferry tickets to and from St. John are not included in this tour's cost and are available for purchase at the dock.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Ferry ride from Redhook going to St. John.
Relax in the sand, soak up the rays and rent snorkel gear to explore the underwater world. See the well-preserved coral reef and the schools of tropical fish flitting about.
The Annaberg Plantation is a partially restored sugarcane factory.
We drive through the Virgin Islands National Park stop at Cruz Bay Overlook and Trunk Bay Overlook. The center has two passport stamps. The Virgin Island National Park and the Virgin Island Reef National Monument, which surrounds the island through various areas in the water. The center also offers souvenirs.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
* Selected Hotels/Resorts - Pick-up will be at the front lobby. Please indicate your hotel if it's not on the list for us to confirm 24 to 48 hours from your tour date if we can pick you up from there or provide a meet-up location. *The meeting place for visitors coming in at Crown Bay Cruise Ship Terminal is at the Windmill located in front of your ship in the shopping mall. Walking distance from the ship is about 3 to 5 minutes. There is a free shuttle from your ship if you would rather not walk. * The meeting place for visitors coming in at West Indian Company Cruise Ship Terminal at Haven Site Shopping Mall will be at Gate # 4 next to the Virgin Bar & Restaurant. * Meet up in St. John - will meet the guide at Cruz Bay port and nearby Cruz Bay hotels.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Ferry tickets to and from St. John are not included in this tour's cost and are available for purchase at the dock. Roundtrip tickets costs $16.30 per person.
- Please note: Tour schedules are subject to change based on local traffic conditions and cruise ship arrival/departure times.
- Please confirm cruise ship dock upon booking for those coming from a cruise.
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- Before getting in the vehicle after your beach time, make sure you're clean of sand and wearing dry clothes.
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required. This tour operates with a minimum of 4 guests. Cancellation notice will be given 24 hours in advance
Reviews(67)
Kenneth provided our group of four with an amazing tour! Will definitely be back again, when on the island.
Our tour guide Kenneth was so awesome! There was some confusion with the group as we were added to a larger group who were under the impression they booked a private custom tour. It was just two of us and we’re pretty laid back so we told Kenneth we were fine with whatever we just wanted to see the sights and enjoy the beach. Kenneth was very professional and informative during the tour. We will definitely want to tour again with him!
Thank you so much, Antonetta, for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that Kenneth made your St. John and Trunk Bay experience so enjoyable. His professionalism, local knowledge, and passion for sharing the island are what make him such a valued member of our team. We also appreciate your patience and understanding regarding the mix-up at the beginning of the tour. Thank you for being so flexible and easygoing—it truly helped make the experience a positive one for everyone involved. We're delighted that you enjoyed the beautiful sights and relaxing time at Trunk Bay. Kenneth will be honored to know you’d like to tour with him again! We look forward to welcoming you back to the Virgin Islands for another unforgettable adventure with Great Exploration Tours.
We took an excursion from NCL Prima called "St John Beach Break" . We took the Ferry to St John then we took an open air taxi to Trunk Bay. (it was a little crazy because one guy didn't show up so people were left until a driver showed up) It was about a 20 minute drive with stops along the way to see the island. The we were dropped off at the entrance to the National park and just just tell you what time to be back. It was strange because there was no directions on how to rent chairs or to get to the beach so it took us some time to explore the area. We got to the beach and then there were not chair rentals so we asked other people and they said it was when you walked down but we went a different way. When you rent chairs they take your Drivers license until you return them which I get but they should inform you all this. We wasted a good hour trying to figure this out. The beach was gorgeous but I don't think there was enough time there. I am not sure how people had time to eat lunch etc. I think the excursion should be little longer. Then you take the taxi back to the ferry and it drops you off at the ship basically. We had hours left until departure so I think the excursion could be an hour or so longer to give more time to relax at the beach.
Thank you, Val, for taking the time to share your detailed feedback. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the breathtaking beauty of Trunk Bay—it truly is one of the Caribbean's most spectacular beaches. We also appreciate your honest comments about your experience. We're sorry to hear there was a delay waiting for transportation and that the information regarding beach chair rentals and the beach access wasn't as clear as it should have been. Your feedback is incredibly valuable, and we'll share it with our team and partners so we can improve the experience and better prepare future guests. We also understand your wish for more time at Trunk Bay. As this excursion is designed around cruise ship schedules and ferry departure times, the itinerary is carefully planned to ensure guests return to their ship safely and on time. That said, we appreciate your suggestion and are always looking for ways to enhance the guest experience whenever possible. Thank you again for choosing Great Exploration Tours. We hope to welcome you back to the Virgin Islands for another adventure in the future!
Great tour! The driver was very knowledgeable. Good value for the money.
Hi Desiree, Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the tour and found it to be a great value. It’s great to hear your driver’s knowledge made the experience even better! We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again for another amazing island tour 🌴
Great trip. Lot of fun and imformation.
Hi Betty, Thank you for your kind review! We’re so glad you had a great trip and enjoyed both the fun and the information shared along the way. It means a lot to us! We hope to see you again on another island adventure soon 🌴
Kenneth was very informative and the scenery is breathtaking. More spots to stretch the legs would have been nice for someone with a bad knee but overall a nice overview of St. John.
Hi Kurt, Thank you so much for your kind review! We're really glad to hear you enjoyed the breathtaking scenery of St. John and that Kenneth helped make the experience informative and engaging. We also truly appreciate your feedback regarding additional stops to stretch—especially for guests with mobility concerns. That’s a valuable insight, and we’ll definitely take it into consideration as we continue to improve the experience for all our guests. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for another island adventure soon!
We asked our tour guide if we could do the tour first and then spend our time at trunk bay after and he was super accommodating. The food at trunk bay was unbelievable
Hi Steven, thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your Trunk Bay tour and that your guide was able to accommodate your request—flexibility is something we always strive for to make your experience even more enjoyable. It’s great to know you loved the food at Trunk Bay as well—definitely a highlight for many of our guests! 😊 We truly appreciate you choosing us and hope to welcome you back for another amazing adventure in the islands soon.
It was great, she (Shelley) picked us up near our hotel and got on a smooth journey to St John by ferry then the driver (Kenneth) for the excursion was right there. It all worked out very nicely ty.
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! 😊 We're so glad to hear that everything went smoothly from the pickup near your hotel to the ferry ride and the tour on St. John. It's great to know that Shelley and Kenneth helped make your experience seamless and enjoyable. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience, and we hope to welcome you on another adventure with us again soon! 🌴
Advised driver that was having difficulty getting off ship - phoned multiple times but only answered twice once after he had. Already departed. Made no attempt to return my call- very disappointing Eric Moody
In my booking, it says that drinks and food were included… that meant we could purchase them at the snack bar at trunk Bay… we left late due to late arrivals. We basically got a one hour tour, then dropped off at Trunk Bay for two hours on our own, then picked up and returned to Cruz Bay.
Thank you for sharing your feedback, Robin. We’re very sorry to hear about your disappointment. We’d like to clarify that, as listed under the “What’s Included” section of the tour, food and drinks are not included and are available for purchase directly at Trunk Bay’s snack bar. We understand how this may have been confusing, and we truly regret any misunderstanding regarding what was included in your booking. We also apologize for the delayed departure and that the sightseeing portion felt shorter than expected. While occasional delays can happen due to late arrivals, we understand how that can affect the overall experience and your time at Trunk Bay. We appreciate you bringing this to our attention. Guest feedback helps us improve communication and ensure expectations are clear. We hope you’ll consider giving us another opportunity in the future to provide the experience you were looking forward to.
