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| Buck Island | Sailing | Kayaking | SCUBA / Snorkeling | Fishing | Parasailing | Golf | Wave Runners | Tennis | Horseback Riding |
Beaches
There are several wonderful beaches including Cane Bay Beach (right in front of Villa Dawn); Davis Bay, Protestant Cay; Buccaneer, the Reef, and Cramer Park (all near Caribbean Dream) and Rainbow Beach. There are several other beaches that you can explore and find on your own. All beaches are public, even those at the hotels. Click here for more information on St. Croix beaches.
Buck Island Reef National Monument
This is an 850-acre national park. In fact, it is the first
national park to be located underwater. Two underwater snorkeling
trails weave through its Marine Gardens. This is a great place
for all snorkelers - beginner to advanced. Many various boating
companies offer a variety of excursions to Buck Island. There is
also a park with picnic areas. Boats depart from the Wharf area
in Christiansted or Green Cay Marina. Half and Full day
excursions available:
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Captain Heinz' Teroro II - Trimaran, 340-773-3161 Jasmyn Charters - 603-781-9864 - Christiansted Harbor Llewellyn's Charter - Tel. 340-773-9027 Mocko Jumbie Charters - 340-513-4427
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340-773-9531,
FACSIMILE:
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St.
Croix Aquarium and Marine Education Center
This Center offers visitors a unique opportunity to learn about local marine life through guided tours of live exhibits and interactive displays - Entertainment for the whole family. Click here for more info.
Kayaking
Virgin Kayak - 778-0071. North Shore, Salt River and Custom kayak tours are available.
Scuba aficionados consider St. Croix's northern coast to be some
of the best scuba diving in the Caribbean, largely because of its
spectacular
wall diving.
In particular, Cane Bay
and Salt River Canyon offer experienced divers challenging
and
beautiful diving destinations. The snorkeling is fabulous here as
well - and Cane Bay Beach is right in front of Villa Dawn!
In a
Top 100 poll taken in "Rodale's Scuba Diving Magazine" readers rated
St. Croix
#4
overall for "Best overall destination, best visibility
and value in the Caribbean, and the world's most popular destination"
and # 2 for
" best shore diving"! US Virgin Islands placed #2 for
"best
snorkeling"!
Day and night dives available. Prices run from $45 for a one-tank dive. For novices, instruction is available from many reputable dive shops.
Cane Bay Dive Shop (click for link to dive
shop)- 5 minute walk from
Villa
Dawn
and only an 8 minute drive from
Caribbean Breeze! Open 7 days a week, packages for
all levels 340-773-9913 8-7 p.m. Also a location in Frederiksted at 340-772-0715
9-5pm.
Anchor Dive Center - Frederiksted 340-778-1522
Big Beard's Adventure Tours - Snorkel trips - 340-773-4482
Scubawest - Toll Free: 800-352-0107 - Frederiksted specializes in night dives
Dive Experience - 340-773-3307 • 800-235-9047 - Christiansted, This is our favorite dive shop for boat dives and is conveniently located to Caribbean Dream and Caribbean Breeze.
Teroro II - Snorkeling Trips - 340-773-3161
N2 the Blue Diving Adventures - 1-340-772-DIVE (3483)
St. Croix Ultimate Bluewater Adventures (SCUBA) - Christiansted - 877-567-1367, 340-773-5994
Deep Sea Sport fishing
These waters are ideal for sport fishing and record size catches are common be it tuna, Wahoo, or blue marlin. For a half or full day the following are some companies you can call:
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Captain Bunny Jones
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All tackle & bait supplied |
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Departure time as early as 6:00 a.m., Fish stay with boat
Deposit required
with reservations, 48 hr. cancellation notice
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38" Fantasy - 340-773-2628
Captain Carl Holley - Silverbay Boat Dock, Christiansted Harbor - 340-277-4042
Captain Harold Price - 340-244-4232 or 340-626-6198
Stress Buster Fishing Charters - St Croix Marine, Christiansted - 340-713-5317 or 863-698-2701,
Golden Hook Fishing Club - 340-778-5738 Ext. 223
Golfers can go to three courses open to the public. The Carambola, a Robert Trent Jones designed course (closest to Villa Dawn-a 5 minute drive away), and the Buccaneer golf courses are both 18 holes, while the Reef Golf Course is nine holes. (click here for detailed course information)
Rates:
Buccaneer Golf Course - 340-712-2100 - 18 hole
Carambola Golf Club - 340-778-5638 - 18 hole
Reef - 340-773-8844 - 9 hole
Wave Runners, Parasailing, Windsurfing
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Ride a Jet Ski, the ultimate fun machine, in the crystal clear turquoise playground or on an open ocean adventure. Half hour or hour rentals and 2 or 3 hour tours. Our tours are custom trips by lush green mountains, white sand beaches, and colorful reefs rich with marine life. Snorkel along secluded islands, stopping by beautiful resorts for a frosty beverage, bite to eat, and a quick dip in their pool. Feel the freedom of riding a Jet Ski / Wave Runner. We are conveniently located on the boardwalk across from the Caravelle Hotel in Christiansted, St Croix.
1-340 778-7541
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CRUZAN
BREEZE PARASAILING Complete your ultimate
Caribbean experience with the ultimate Caribbean adventure! St. Croix is
known to be one of the best locations in the world to parasail.
We offer a comfortable setting on our 12 passenger boat. Take off and land right on the deck without even being submerged in the water!! Our tandem bar allows multiples to fly together and enjoy the experience alongside a partner, friend, or relative. With our experienced captain and friendly crew, your trip will be safe and absolutely exhilarating. |
Tennis buffs can find public courts near the Fort in Frederiksted (1 court) or at Canegata Park (3 courts - lighted) in Christiansted.
Several hotels will also allow non-guests to play for a fee. Call for reservations:
Buccaneer Hotel - 8 courts, 2 lighted. Tennis pro available for lessons. $8 PP per hour, 340-773-2100 ext.736
Chenay Bay Beach Resort - 2 courts, $5 PP per hour, 340-773-2918
Tamarind Reef Hotel - 2 lighted Cal Grass courts. $8 PP per hour, evenings $5, 340-773-4455
The Reef - 773-8844 $5 PP per hour, 340-773-8844
Horseback Riding
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Paul and Jill's Equestrian Stables - Sprat Hall, Rt. 58, Creque Dam Rd., north of Frederiksted. Reservations 340-772-2880 or 340-772-2627 Closed Sundays
Equus Horseback Riding - "Ride where the mountains meet the sea" - morning and evenings, reserve 24 hours ahead - Located directly across the shore road from Villa Dawn and only an 8 minute drive from Caribbean Breeze. Meet at "Off The Wall Bar and Grill" next to Cane Bay Beach. Call Stephen O'Dea at 340-778-0933 to reserve.
Croquet
Tamarind Reef Hotel - 773-4455: 6 wicket croquet court, open to public. $ PP for 11/4 hour. Call for reservations.
