The US Virgin Islands are an incredibly lush, vibrant destination to visit. Your senses come alive when surrounded by the gorgeous natural world, particularly since it’s likely very different than where you call home. It can make us adults feel like kids again, being so engaged in our surroundings. For kids, it’s all the more magical. We highly recommend bringing your family on a guided island tour . Our local guides are experts on the islands’ flora, fauna, history, and culture and are happy to answer any and all questions that you and your kiddos have. If you have a trip to the USVI on the calendar, we wrote this post to help you get your family excited for the upcoming vacation. Here are 8 FUN VIRGIN ISLANDS NATURE FACTS FOR KIDS:
This season has been our first one in the USVI that we’ve been fortunate to have a retail shop located in the gorgeous, historic outdoor shopping space of Mongoose Junction. We’re located just behind Sun Dog Cafe, and our shop is where you check-in for your guided nature tours with us, as well as pick-up & drop off your rented water sports gear. If you’re coming to us for an upcoming tour like our popular Sea Turtle Kayak & Snorkel on the North Shore or to pick-up your snorkel gear & kayaks before heading to the North Shore beaches, it’s the perfect opportunity to also peruse the rest of Mongoose Junction . There are some excellent bars & restaurants, as well as many retail shops where you can find incredible souvenirs to bring home with you. Here are our 6 favorite St. John souvenirs to add to your list:
The US Virgin Islands are volcanic islands, which means they have a very mountainous terrain. If you are a nature lover, these bright green hillsides will be practically begging you to hike them. Thankfully, there are seemingly endless trails to choose from between the three sister islands of St. Thomas, St. John, and St. Croix. And, we’re happy to share that we have guided hiking tours available on all three islands. If you plan on hitting the trails on your next island vacation, here are our top 10 hiking tips for the USVI:
The north shore of St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands is one of those rare places that manages to feel both untouched and well-known. Stretching along the island’s Caribbean-facing coastline, this region is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful in the world—and it’s easy to see why. You can’t visit St. John without spending time on it. In fact, it’s probably the most popular reason why people visit St. John. ( Who among us hasn’t been lured into STJ dreaming by one of those iconic photos of Trunk Bay? ) However, there is so much to see and experience along the north shore. You likely will not be able to do it all on your first trip here. Here’s what to know about the north shore of St. John:
Find the best places to see sea turtles on St John in the US Virgin Islands, including Maho Bay, Francis Bay, and local tips for calm-water snorkeling experience.
Discover the best places to swim with sea turtles in St. Thomas and St. John in the US Virgin Islands, plus tips on timing, locations, and turtle etiquette.
If you’ve been to St. John in the US Virgin Islands, you’ve likely encountered the wild donkeys around the island. Whether they approached you on the beach, strolled up to your Jeep’s window, or clip-clopped alongside you while shopping in Mongoose Junction, you were likely charmed by the presence of such a surprising farm animal on our little island. Because we’ve been posting a bunch of fun donkey videos lately over on our Facebook and Instagram accounts (if you’re not already following us, be sure to go and join in on the fun!), we thought we’d share a few fun details about the island’s donkey population.
Learn what to expect when visiting the Virgin Islands during Christmas: festive events, island traditions, warm weather, and travel tips for the holidays.
The US Virgin Islands are a great place for both beginner and experienced snorkelers. The waters tend to be calm, clear, and warm year round, and there are many places where you can see an abundance of reef and marine life in relatively shallow waters. We love helping visitors experience the magic of the underwater world, and we have guided snorkeling tours and snorkel gear rentals available on all three islands: St. Thomas , St. John , and St. Croix . In order to best appreciate our waters and have a wonderful time while you’re “under the sea,” here are a few USVI snorkeling safety tips to keep in mind:
