EXCURSÕES EM TERRA

Enjoy a 25-minute scenic drive to Coral World Ocean Park, upon arrival a Sea Trek guide will brief you on your exciting undersea adventure. The staff will help you suit up with water shoes, gloves and your Sea Trek helmet which keeps your face and hair dry while it provides air, weight, and stability. In guided groups of no more than ten, you’ll trek around coral reefs and see their abundant marine life up close and personal 18-20 feet below the surface. Get a diver's view of fish and corals, without any swimming or diving experience!

When you resurface, you’ll have about 90 minutes to explore Coral World on your own. Marvel at the grace of the sea turtles, sharks and stingrays. At the touch pool, gently handle starfish and sea urchins, pet a sea cucumber, meet a hermit crab and other touchable sea creatures. Visit the Lorikeet Garden and feed these playful and colorful birds some nectar. Find a special gift or souvenir at one of the unique gift shops and relax and refresh at one of the open-air cafes. Wear your swimsuit and bring a towel. You may wear prescription eyeglasses in the water. Video and photos taken by tour guides are available for purchase. Personal cameras are not permitted on the helmet dive portion of this tour.

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Spend hours relaxing however you please at a secluded white-sand beach that rims the turquoise sea. A wonderfully scenic drive across the interior of St. Thomas will bring you to Lindqvist Beach, a gorgeous stretch of sand so typically uncrowded that it is nicknamed Secret Sands Beach. It lies within Smith Bay Park, a protected area of 21 acres, all of it naturally beautiful. You will have plenty of time to enjoy the setting at your leisure. You might bask in the sun on a beach chair, stroll along the waterfront as the waves gently lap at the shore and take a refreshing swim in the crystal-clear sea. If you prefer to just wade out into the water, it will be comforting to know that the mostly sandy sea bottom slopes gradually. The views will be equally idyllic, much like the ones from the Skyline Drive overlook, where you will pause on the return drive.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Thoroughly relax at secluded Lindqvist Beach, also known as Secret Sands Beach.
• Enjoy a refreshing swim in the protected pristine waters, which deepen gradually.
• Admire the gorgeous views from the beach and from the Skyline Drive overlook.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing with a swimsuit underneath.
• Bring a towel and sunscreen.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Capture the moment by taking the perfect selfie photo in St. Thomas. Instantly share your experience with family and friends on your favorite social media site. Selfie staff will teach you how to take the best selfie photo including composition, posing and lighting. Capture the spirit of this incredible destination. Your tour will start with a scenic drive from the ship to Emancipation Garden and include designated selfie stops at:

To make this experience even more fun, you will be provided with a selfie stick and utilize our selfie station in order to help catch the perfect picture. You will have some free time to enjoy a beautiful beach to end your picture-perfect day.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Visit St. Thomas’ most epic spots to snap your selfies while learning about its history and architecture.
• Learn from selfie experts tips and tricks on how to take the perfect selfie.
• Enjoy a deep dive into the culture of St. Thomas.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Wear casual, weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable walking shoes.
• Bring a swimsuit, hat, sunglasses, towel and sunscreen.

3 tours in one! A scenic safari bus ride along the south side of St. Thomas brings you to the Mangrove Lagoon Wildlife Refuge & Marine Sanctuary where a truly unique experience awaits you and your family! Kayak past many, small islands of the mangrove lagoon. Hike through a mangrove forest, along a scenic beach of coral and shell rubble with views overlooking the Caribbean Sea, Buck Island and French Cap in the distance. There are tidal pools, breathtaking volcanic cliffs and the impressive Red Point geologic Blow Hole.

Enjoy the excitement of a hermit crab race or participate in a Pirate's treasure hunt for kids. Snorkel in the clear protected waters of the coral fringed mangrove lagoon and view a remnant of a shipwreck teeming with colorful marine life. Try and spot shy turtles, stingrays, starfish, conch, puffer fish, tropical birds and lizards in their natural habitat. Watch for rays and barracudas on your return paddle. This is a snorkel experience suitable for beginners and no experience is necessary.

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Gain an appreciation for Charlotte Amalie’s diversity of attractions beginning with a scenic drive along the circuitous Skyline Drive that ascends through the hills behind the capital. The higher you travel, the more spectacular the views until you reach Drake’s Seat, often considered the island’s ultimate lookout point. From this lofty perch, you will enjoy sweeping views in every direction, much like English explorer and privateer Sir Francis Drake supposedly did in the late 1500s. Blackbeard’s Castle offers another key vantage point as the tower perches atop Government Hill. According to legend, the pirate Blackbeard used the tower as a lookout. It has become a National Historic Landmark within the Kongens Quarter, home to many of Charlotte Amalie’s oldest Dutch colonial buildings. Other highlights in the quarter well worth exploring include the 19th-century Villa Notman manor house and the 18th-century Crown House, which once served as the governor’s residence.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Drive into the hills behind Charlotte Amalie on scenic Skyline Drive.
• Take in the sweeping views from the Drake’s Seat lookout point.
• Tour Blackbeard’s Castle, a hilltop tower that the Dutch built in the 17th century.
• Explore the historical Kongen Quarter on your own and shop for duty-free goods.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Take a splendid tour of St. Thomas in a custom vehicle that's fully equipped for limited mobility and wheelchair access, as well as anyone who wishes to enjoy the leisurely pace of this excursion. Board your custom vehicle and travel north towards St. Thomas’ highest peak, Mountain Top. Gaze at Atlantic coastal views dotted with small islands and cays, overlooking heart-shaped Magen's Bay, St. John, our smallest gem, as well as down-island views & the distant British Virgin Islands. Then driving along the scenic artery of St. Thomas with its splendid panoramic views of St.Thomas, Downtown, the enchanting harbor surrounded by Hassle & Water Islands, lush hillsides, your ship at the dock and distant islands - even St. Croix & Puerto Rico can be seen on a clear day. Continue to Mahogany Run for the panorama of this world-class golf course. Then enjoy the scenery along Skyline Drive with views of the Caribbean, through the historic downtown and back to the ship.

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Meander the cobblestone streets and winding alleyways in Charlotte Amalie’s historic district with a storyteller that will entertain you with chilling and often unnerving ghost stories. Established in 1672 as a Dutch colony, Charlotte Amalie has a long history of supernatural happenings, many of which you will hear about in great detail while walking past the places where they supposedly occurred. You may hear about the secret graves beneath Fort Christian, the cow-foot woman that roams the hills, colonial spirits that haunt the 99 Steps and the ghosts that check into – but never out of – Hotel 1829. You can expect to see where the island’s most violent murderers where sentenced to death in Superior Court, a sanctuary dedicated to metaphysical activities and a pub where lost souls allegedly linger. Fortunately, you will also stop at the statues of the mocko jumbies, Caribbean stilt dancers that are said to ward off evil spirits.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Walk through Charlotte Amalie while listening to bone-chilling ghost stories.
• Pause at historical sites where ghosts, spirits and evil beings have supposedly been seen.
• Hear about the island’s most fiendish murderers and ever-present supernatural beings.
• Learn about the benevolent mocko jumbies that protect you from malevolent souls.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Enjoy a 25 minute scenic drive to Coral World Ocean Park. There a sea lion trainer will brief you on your exciting encounter with the South American sea lions and escort you to their private swimming area. You’ll swim, touch, and play games with the sea lions. They’ll amuse you as they demonstrate their amazing agility and intelligence. Experience how the trainers train and engage them in various behaviors. Get a hug and a big wet kiss from a sea lion for a photo and memory of a lifetime.

Then you’ll have 90 minutes for a self-guided tour of Coral World. Watch marine life behaviors hard to see in the wild. Marvel at the grace of the sea turtles, sharks and stingrays. Coral World is a rehabilitation center for stranded and injured endangered sea turtles. At the touch pool, gently handle starfish and sea urchins, pet a sea cucumber, meet a hermit crab and other touchable sea creatures. Visit the Lorikeet Garden where you can feed nectar to these playful and colorful birds. Find a special gift or souvenir at one of the unique gift shops and relax and refresh at one of the open-air cafes.

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Zip across the turquoise waters off Charlotte Amalie in The Screamin’ Eagle, a turbo-charged jet boat that doesn’t just sound exhilarating, it is. The moment you take a seat in the open-air boat and the 750-horsepower engine roars to life, the thrills will begin. Prepare to get wet and to scream at the top of your lungs as the high-speed jet boat races off into the harbor. You may want to hang on with both hands because the captain just loves to fishtail the boat and make impossibly tight 180-degree turns. Your adrenaline will be flowing like a fire hose. Then, when you least expect it, the captain will stop The Screamin’ Eagle on a dime in a controlled power brake that is sure to raise goosebumps. As you catch your breath, the captain will point out and describe the historical landmarks along the shore. Then, it’s full throttle and pedal to the metal once again.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Race through Charlotte Amalie harbor on a turbo-charged 750-horsepower jet boat.
• Be awed by how the boat effortlessly maneuvers at top speed and then stops on a dime.
• Hear enlightening commentary about St. Thomas during breaks on the water.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear a swimsuit under your clothes and bring a towel and sunscreen.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

What better way to end your day in fun-filled St. Thomas than on the “Castaway Girl”, a spacious 65-foot catamaran. Relax and unwind as you listen to Caribbean calypso tunes and sail through the picturesque harbor of Charlotte Amalie. Admire its sloping hillside dotted with red roof-tops while you cruise by. Enjoy complimentary chilled champagne, sodas, rum punch and water along with delicious assortments of vegetable platters, fruits and dry snacks. Leave your worries behind and enjoy the casual and pleasant atmosphere around you.

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Enjoy a playful interaction with bottlenose dolphins at Coral World Ocean Park and spend free time engaged in enlightening activities with other animals. After a briefing to familiarize you with the characteristics and behavior of dolphins, you will ease into the water where these highly intelligent aquatic mammals will soon approach. As you swim and interact with the dolphins, their individual personalities will become apparent. You can’t help but be amazed by their speed, grace and agility as they zip through the water and leap acrobatically into the air. It will be an unforgettable experience. You will also have time to explore other areas of the park, where you may observe sea turtles and sharks, touch starfish and sea urchins, and feed brightly colored tropical birds in the Lorikeet Garden. With all these opportunities to encounter animals, you will come away with a deeper respect and understanding of the natural world.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Interact with bottlenose dolphins in a sea sanctuary that replicates their natural habitat.
• Allow the dolphins to approach and display their personalities while in close contact.
• Learn fascinating facts about dolphins such as how they communicate.
• Encounter other sea creatures in the touch pool and feed tropical birds if you wish.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing with a swimsuit underneath.
• Bring a towel, hat and biodegradable sunscreen.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

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Behold the natural beauty of St. Thomas from two lookouts and while driving around the island in an open-top safari-style vehicle. As you ascend the verdant hills behind Charlotte Amalie, the sights will become all the more magnificent. Upon reaching Mountain Top – the highest point on St. Thomas – you will gaze out over a breathtaking panorama of the island, the Caribbean Sea and the distant British Virgin Islands. Time will be allotted for browsing the duty-free shop at the top of the mountain before departing for Drake’s Seat. On the way, you will travel a winding road that will present yet another perspective of the island’s tropical beauty, including a look at gorgeous Magens Bay. From atop the lookout at Drake’s Seat, you will be treated to a sweeping view of the sea from the spot where Sir Francis Drake supposedly watched for ships to plunder in the late 1500s.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Gaze out over St. Thomas from Mountain Top, the highest point on the island.
• Pause at Drake’s Seat and take in the ultimate view of Magens Bay and beyond.
• See the natural beauty of St. Thomas while riding in an open-top vehicle.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.