Skyride To Paradise Point
St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands
Duration 1 min
- Adult from: $35.00 USD
- Child from: $29.00 USD
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*Terms & Conditions
Package not available on sailings less than 5 days or charter sailings.
Duration 1 min
Soak up the views on the scenic Skyride to Paradise Point. The Skyride takes you approximately 700 feet above sea level to one of the most amazing views in the Caribbean. Enjoy a breathtaking, panoramic view of the harbor, cruise ships, historic downtown Charlotte Amalie, and on a clear day all the way to St. Croix and Vieques. At the top you will be greeted with a restaurant, bar where you can get one of our World Famous Bailey’s Bushwackers, gift shops, and our brand new Skywalk, at your own expense. The Skyride is located directly across the street from the Havensight Mall. Come at your leisure, as the Skyride runs continuously.
Duration 3 hrs
Enjoy the Best Highlights of St. Thomas from an open-air "safari bus", visiting several of the idyllic vantage points on the beautiful Virgin Island. From St. Thomas’ highest peak, gaze at Atlantic coastal views dotted with small islands and cays, overlooking heart-shaped Magen's Bay, St. John, the smallest of the Virgin Islands, 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 harbour 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. Then it’s on to Downtown and the Historic Kongens Quarter, where you’ll take in Historic Landmark properties and world-class shopping. When you're finished with your free time of shopping, head back to the ship via your pre-arranged return transportation.
Duration 3 hrs
Passing behind Hassel and Water Islands in flat calm waters, the Kon Tiki pauses over a coral reef where she lowers her glass-bottomed viewers so you can view a variety of coral and tropical fish. The Kon Tiki then beaches herself at a wonderful white sand beach with sparkling turquoise clear waters for at least one hour for you to enjoy swimming, sunbathing and beach combing for shells. Enjoy a fun time on the way back to the pier with plenty of barefoot dancing, games, and a limbo contest with a prize for all the winners. A boutique and snack bar are available onboard.
Duration 4 hrs
Depart via your tour boat to St. John, known as the “Emerald of the Caribbean”. You’ll arrive in the charming town of Cruz Bay, where you’ll board an open-air safari bus for a scenic drive around this beautiful island. Along the way, your driver/guide will provide you with insights about the island’s rich history, lush, tropical foliage and its indigenous wildlife. In addition to seeing the white sand beaches and views of the British Virgin Islands, you’ll see remnants of ruins from one of the last working plantations found on St. John.
Back along the coast, you’ll stop at scenic overlooks such as Cinnamon Bay, Trunk Bay, Hawksnest Bay and Caneel Bay overlooking the famous Rockefeller Plantation. The tour concludes at the dock in the quaint town of Cruz Bay, where you’ll board your tour boat for the return journey to St. Thomas and your ship.
lessDuration 4 hrs
Enjoy an immensely scenic ferry ride to the neighboring island of St. John for a leisurely hike to Honeymoon Beach, where you can spend free time doing whatever you please. You will cruise along the beautiful southeastern shore of St. Thomas before arriving at Cruz Bay on the edge of the Virgin Islands National Park. This natural setting couldn’t be lovelier as you will discover by following the one-mile Lind Point Trail to Honeymoon Beach, an easy hike that presents one stunning coastal view after another. The beach is sugar-white, pristine and rimmed by turquoise waters that remain shallow for quite a distance, so you can easily wade out into the sea for a refreshing swim. Feel free to stretch out on a beach towel, stroll along the shore and linger in the shade of a coconut palm. It’s entirely up to you how you spend the time on Honeymoon Beach.
HIGHLIGHTS• Take a scenic ferry ride to the island of St. John, most of which is protected parkland.
• Hike about one mile through the Virgin Islands National Park to Honeymoon Beach.
• Relax on the beach as you see fit, without a care in the world.
HELPFUL HINTS
• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.
Duration 4 hrs
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.
Duration 3 1/2 hrs
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.
Duration 3 1/2 hrs
Experience the ultimate thrill of a lifetime with your own underwater motor scooter. The B.O.S.S. “Breathing Observation Submersible Scooter” underwater adventure allows you to view the marvels of the sea with no diving experience necessary! This is a truly unique experience and a one-of-a-kind excursion.
Board your 60 foot, custom, yacht for a scenic cruise to your crystal clear, dive site. Upon arrival, you’ll begin to explore the brilliant undersea world where you’ll enjoy a guided tour of the stunning tropical reefs and colorful fish of the Caribbean. The tour also features snorkeling and spacious sun decks so you can relax and soak up the spectacular Caribbean sun. There's something for everyone to enjoy! You’ll be provided with snacks and refreshments and access to bathrooms and freshwater showers.
Duration 4 hrs
OVERVIEW
This excursion is for guests that use a cane/walker, have limited mobility issues or for companions of those guest that have booked mobility equipment tour.
Those guests that are fully dependent on their mobility device please book: STT_A2 ACCESSIBLE Mobility Equipment- Mountain Top & Beach Break.
Tour includes step-free routes, shorter distances and no stairs. Accessible restrooms with wide doors for wheelchairs are present along the tour route. Vehicles are adapted with an access ramp (or lift where available) to accommodate a limited number of wheelchairs and/or mobility scooters. Guides are not allowed to push wheelchairs; therefore, guests needing special assistance must be accompanied by an able-bodied.
Behold the natural beauty of St. Thomas from the most scenic overlooks and then relax on a beach that consistently rates among the world’s most beautiful. A panoramic drive inland will bring you to Mountain Top, a spectacular viewpoint at the summit of St. Peter Mountain. From this elevated perch more than 2,000 feet above sea level, you will enjoy a bird’s-eye view of Puerto Rico to the west and the British Virgin Islands to the east. Similarly, Paradise Point will offer the ultimate view of Charlotte Amalie, as it overlooks the city. You should easily be able to make out your cruise ship in the harbor below. Still, nothing compares to seeing the island’s extraordinary beauty up close, and you will have the opportunity at Magens Bay. Its sugar-white stretch of sand, rimmed by an impossibly turquoise sea, may well be the most photogenic and celebrated beach in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Settle in for a leisurely panoramic drive to St. Thomas’ most picturesque overlooks.
• Enjoy bird’s-eye views of Charlotte Amalie, the islands offshore and the endless sea.
• Relax at Magens Bay, one of the Caribbean’s most gorgeous beach settings.
HELPFUL HINTS
• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
lessDuration 4 hrs
SCUBA enthusiasts - take a dive! On this two-tank reef and wreck dive, a U.S Coast Guard certified dive boat will take you along the beautiful southern shore of St. Thomas to a vibrant reef. The waters around St. Thomas support a variety of marine life. The nooks and crannies of a coral reef make excellent shelter for tropical fish and the occasional spiny lobster or moray eel. This dive, normally to a maximum depth of 60 feet, will be followed by a second, shallower dive over one of St. Thomas’ incredible shipwrecks.
lessDuration 4 hrs
OVERVIEW
This excursion is for guests who are fully dependent on their mobility device. You will be required to supply your own wheelchair/scooter. Your mobility equipment (manual or electric) must not exceed the following dimensions: W 33", L 100", H 58".
Those guests that are companions, use a cane or walker, or have limited mobility issues must book the companion tour code: STT_A1 ACCESSIBLE Companion: Mountain Top & Beach Break.
Tour includes step-free routes, shorter distances and no stairs. Accessible restrooms with wide doors for wheelchairs are present along the tour route. Vehicles are adapted with an access ramp (or lift where available) to accommodate a limited number of wheelchairs and/or mobility scooters. Guides are not allowed to push wheelchairs; therefore, guests needing special assistance must be accompanied by an able-bodied.
Behold the natural beauty of St. Thomas from the most scenic overlooks and then relax on a beach that consistently rates among the world’s most beautiful. A panoramic drive inland will bring you to Mountain Top, a spectacular viewpoint at the summit of St. Peter Mountain. From this elevated perch more than 2,000 feet above sea level, you will enjoy a bird’s-eye view of Puerto Rico to the west and the British Virgin Islands to the east. Similarly, Paradise Point will offer the ultimate view of Charlotte Amalie, as it overlooks the city. You should easily be able to make out your cruise ship in the harbor below. Still, nothing compares to seeing the island’s extraordinary beauty up close, and you will have the opportunity at Magens Bay. Its sugar-white stretch of sand, rimmed by an impossibly turquoise sea, may well be the most photogenic and celebrated beach in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Settle in for a leisurely panoramic drive to St. Thomas’ most picturesque overlooks.
• Enjoy bird’s-eye views of Charlotte Amalie, the islands offshore and the endless sea.
• Relax at Magens Bay, one of the Caribbean’s most gorgeous beach settings.
HELPFUL HINTS
• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
lessDuration 2 1/2 hrs
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.
*Prices vary by ship and sail date. See Terms & Conditions
NCL makes arrangements for Guests for shore excursions solely for the convenience of the Guest; NCL does not act on behalf of or supervise the parties or persons who own, furnish, or operate such excursions, and the same are provided by independent contractors. NCL assumes no responsibility for, nor guarantees the performance of, any such excursion provider, and Guests acknowledge that NCL shall not be liable for losses or injuries arising from the acts or omissions of such provider.
Participation in activities and excursions may involve physical exertion, and may be potentially hazardous or dangerous. It is the responsibility of each individual to determine whether you are capable of engaging in any activity. Participation in any activity or excursion is at your own risk.
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Our group shore excursions are offered in English. Depending on the booking situation, various excursions are also offered in German, Spanish, French, Italian or Russian (minimum number of 30 participants). The tours offered may vary from cruise to cruise. Please see the detailed information for your shore excursion on board.