Itinerary · 2 days · U.S. Virgin Islands
2 Days in Virgin Islands National Park: The Perfect Itinerary
Two days is enough to see the best of Virgin Islands National Park without rushing. Here is the day-by-day plan, built around the park's highlights.
Best time to go: Dec–May. Closest major airport: St. Thomas (STT), then a ferry to St. John.
Day 1: The icons
- Morning: Snorkel the underwater trail at Trunk Bay. Start early to beat the crowds.
- Afternoon: Swim at Cinnamon Bay.
- Evening: Hike the Reef Bay Trail to petroglyphs.
Day 2: Go deeper
- Morning: See the Annaberg Sugar Plantation ruins.
- Afternoon: Snorkel with turtles at Maho Bay.
Rent a Jeep on St. John; the roads are steep and winding. Get to Trunk Bay early before day-trippers arrive.
When to go
The best time to visit Virgin Islands National Park is December–May.
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Questions
How many days do you need in Virgin Islands National Park?
Two full days covers the highlights: snorkel the underwater trail at trunk bay and swim at cinnamon bay on day one, then see the annaberg sugar plantation ruins on day two. Add a third day if you want a long backcountry hike or a slow morning.
When is the best time for this Virgin Islands itinerary?
Go in Dec–May, when the park is rated at its best. May offers the best balance of good conditions and smaller crowds.
Can you do Virgin Islands in one day?
You can see the highlights in one very full day by doing day one below and skipping day two, but you will miss see the annaberg sugar plantation ruins. Two days is the sweet spot.