Virgin Islands vacation activities, including Buck Island National Park, sailing, fishing, & scuba


 

 
Buck Island Reef National Monument *

No trip to St. Croix is complete without a trip to beautiful Buck Island, the only underwater national park. Spend the day or a half-day on this uninhabited island, known for its fabulous snorkeling. "One of the world's best beaches" according to National Geographic, Buck Island is surrounded by aqua waters and extensive coral reefs. See www.caribbeanseaadventures.com

Caribbean Sea Adventures offers a private catamaran sail to Buck Island Wednesdays, weather permitting, from The Buccaneer's dock. Exclusively for Buccaneer guests, the Wave Dancer departs at 10:30am, returning at about 3:30pm. $85 adults, $45 children 12 and under, including equipment and lunch.

 

dolphins at Buck Island
A great video of Dolphins swimming, shot by a guest on a day sail to Buck Island Reef National Park. Click here to watch this video

 
Scuba Diving *
For the novice or expert, St. Croix is a diver's paradise. There are more than 50 premium dive sites to choose from, including the wreck of the Rosamaria, the pier in Frederiksted, and a spectacular 13,000 foot drop-off on the north shore known as The Wall. St. Croix has the largest living reef of any Caribbean island. See www.stcroixscuba.com or www.anchordivestcroix.com.

 
St. Croix Island Tour *
Let someone else do the driving or rent your own car. See some of the most interesting, beautiful and historical sites on the island. This tour begins at Point Udall, the easternmost point in the United States, with stops at the Cruzan Rum Distillery, the antique-filled 18th century great house at The Whim Museum, our lush St George's Botanical Gardens, and features a drive through the rain forest to visit a mahogany furniture workshop.

 
Kayaking on Salt River *
Paddle through the protected waters of Salt River Bay National Park and Ecological preserve to the spot where Christopher Columbus' crew from the Mariagalante made landfall 500 years ago. Explore birding areas, and observe ancient Taino Indian burial grounds. Some night-time luminescent tours are also available. Beginners and experts are welcome. A Visitors' Center is adjacent to the Salt River Marina. See www.stcroixkayak.com

 
Learn to Sail *
The Virgin Islands are the ideal location to learn to sail. Christiansted harbor and the waters surrounding St. Croix add to the ease of the beginning experience with steady winds and calm seas, while the offshore trips offer a challenging new experience. See www.jonesmaritime.com.

 
Horseback Riding *
Ride through a rainforest, along the beach, and visit old slave village ruins all in a single ride.

 
Sunset Sail *

Romantic early evening cruises from Christiansted Harbor to St. Croix's north shore, then out to sea to view the sunset and marine life. Includes hors 'oeuvres and rum punch. End the evening with a dinner in Christiansted. See www.caribbeanseaadventures.com

 
Ruins Ramble *
Educational tours sponsored by the St Croix Landmarks Society brings history alive. Monthly November to May.

 
Deep Sea Fishing *
St. Croix's warm waters (78-84 degrees) are home to blue marlin, wahoo, yellow-fin tuna, kingfish and dolphin (the fish). Half-day and full-day trips are available for up to six people. See www.caribbeanseaadventures.com

 
Carina Bay Casino *
St. Croix's only casino is just 15 minutes from The Buccaneer, with nightly live entertainment.

 
*Special note
Independent vendors and activities that are off The Buccaneer property are listed as a courtesy to our guests. The Buccaneer makes no warranty or accepts no liability for the quality of services, nor responsibility for injury or accidents that might occur with these vendors.

 


 

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