St. John
snorkel · floating taco bar · DIY
Who Will Love St. John
→ Beach lovers! Google Trunk Bay. Enough said.
→ Avid snorkelers. Shore access. We explored 11 incredible sites.
→ DIY adventurers. Rent a Jeep to explore the island. Remember to keep left.
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Beach. Snorkel Repeat:
St. John 9-Day Itinerary
Planning
Things to Do
Snorkel
Where to Stay
Planning
The logistics we sorted before we set foot on the ferry.
Getting There
How to Get to St. John: Ferry, Barge Boat, or Helicopter
Car Rental
Best Car Rental for St. John (Who We Picked)
Island Comparison
St. John vs. St. Croix: How to Decide
Things to Do
Beyond the beach chair: the hikes and stops to add.
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12 Best Things to Do in St. John (What I’d Actually Do Again!)
Trunk Bay
Visiting Trunk Bay: 8 Things to Know Before You Go
Hike
Ram Head Hike: Detailed Hiking Guide
Snorkel
Every site rated firsthand, shore entry only, no boat required.
→ Packing for these? See my 13 snorkel gear essentials!
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11 Best Snorkeling Spots on St. John [Rated + Reviewed]
Salt Pond Bay
Snorkeling Guide [Rated + Reviewed]
Waterlemon Cay
Snorkeling Guide [Rated + Reviewed]
Maho Bay
Snorkeling Guide [Rated + Reviewed]
Haulover Bay North
Snorkeling Guide [Rated + Reviewed]
Hansen Bay
Snorkeling Guide [Rated + Reviewed]
Trunk Bay
Snorkeling Guide [Rated + Reviewed]
Cinnamon Bay
Snorkeling Guide [Rated + Reviewed]
Blue Cobblestone
Snorkeling Guide [Rated + Reviewed]
Little Lameshur Bay
Snorkeling Guide [Rated + Reviewed]
Grootpan Bay
Snorkeling Guide [Rated + Reviewed]
Francis Bay
Snorkeling Guide [Rated + Reviewed]
Where to Stay
One honest pick: the neighborhood breakdown.
Where to Stay on St. John
My Top Picks: Cruz Bay vs. Coral Bay vs. Other Neighborhoods