A laid-back island with a walkable Danish colonial town at the pier, beaches close by, and Buck Island's snorkel trail on the far side.
Getting ashoreShips dock at the Ann E. Abramson Pier in Frederiksted, on the island's quiet west end. The town and its beach are a short walk; Christiansted is about 15 miles away.
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In peak season some ships anchor offshore and bring passengers in by tender.
Taxis wait at the pier. Agree the fare before you go, and whether it is per person or for the car.
Rainbow Beach is about 5 minutes by car. Christiansted is about 15 miles away; recent fares have been about $35 to $50.
US dollars. Cards are widely accepted.
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All-aboard is usually 30 minutes before sailing; your ship's daily planner has the exact time. Buck Island trips mean a drive across the island each way, so leave a margin.
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4 to 5 hours ashore
Rather book it? A short snorkel or kayak trip near Frederiksted.
6 to 8 hours ashore
Rather book it? An island tour that covers both towns.
9 hours or more
Rather book it? A Buck Island tour that includes the transfer from Frederiksted.
Times are approximate. Whatever you choose, plan to be back at the pier an hour before all-aboard. Compare tours for each idea below.
Start times and meeting points vary by tour. Check them against your ship's schedule before you book.
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Frederiksted's waterfront, Fort Frederik and Frederiksted Beach are all walkable from the pier. Rainbow Beach is about 5 minutes away by taxi.
Cross the island to Christiansted, a historic harbor town, and take a boat to Buck Island Reef National Monument and its marked underwater snorkel trail. Rum distillery tours are another popular stop.
Christiansted is about 15 miles from the pier, and most Buck Island boats leave from that side, so allow for the drive both ways. Traffic drives on the left here.
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