Just got back. Sapphire beach review

[Sunny AZ Girl]

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[teethtoclean]

Hi there

 

Ok So reading all the great reviews about Sapphire Beach .. We are going on the Carnival Dream in 2 weeks stopping in St Thomas This beach sounds wonderful.. How is it for kids?? We will have two families and 5 kids in tow.. We were thinking of going over to Trunk Bay . But this sounds like it less crowded and easier to get too. :D

Thanks

[Sunny AZ Girl]

Hi there

 

Ok So reading all the great reviews about Sapphire Beach .. We are going on the Carnival Dream in 2 weeks stopping in St Thomas This beach sounds wonderful.. How is it for kids?? We will have two families and 5 kids in tow.. We were thinking of going over to Trunk Bay . But this sounds like it less crowded and easier to get too. :D

Thanks

 

It is nice for kids. Take them to the sandy areas a way from the rocks, especially if there are any waves. They will enjoy seeing all the curious fish. The slope is very gentle.

[dvond]

I have seen a $10 pp taxi right outside ship but there is talk of another cheaper option, where do you pick up this option from getting off the ship as we have a family of 4 and this would be a great savings

[kentuckychris]

Great beach for kids and the water is wonderful. They can see a lot close to shore. You can just put a mask on and stick your face in the water where you are standing. Lots of fish.

[Sunny AZ Girl]

I have seen a $10 pp taxi right outside ship but there is talk of another cheaper option, where do you pick up this option from getting off the ship as we have a family of 4 and this would be a great savings

 

I don't know where you saw a $10 taxi to Sapphire as the fares are set by the state. I would be suspicious of that. I know there is a bus, but with limited time in port I would not go that way. Sapphire is a good hike from the ship, even in a taxi.

 

edit: Actually, the rate is $10 from Charlotte Amalie to Sapphire for 2+ people - one way. That is what they were probably advertising. It may be a bit more from Crown Bay. Here is a list of taxi prices.

[blue_water]

Yes taxi from havensight is $11 or $10 for 2 or more.

The "$2 bus" is another option but not very regular and you will have to walk from the entrance to any beach to the beach. There are also unlicensed taxis. I recommend using the licensed taxis as the price isn't unreasonable and they're safer.

[dvond]

we got there for $9pp and 1/2 off for the kids, perfect beach day and place

[blue_water]

Can't beat that! Beautiful spot to enjoy the day on STT. You can almost see Brewer's Bay from there!:)

[dvond]

Got our beers from the lady with a cooler but brought sandwiched, great day