Island Eco Farm Tour with Local Treats and Sapphire Beach Time

5.0 (5 reviews)3 hSt. ThomasFood & drinkCulture & historyFits a typical call
Fits your day

Back at the ship by about 11:50 am, 4 h 40 min before all aboard. That keeps your 1 h safety margin with 3 h 40 min to spare.

Safety margin
Ship in portGetting ashore (20 min)Safety margin (1 h)All aboard 4:30 pm
  1. 8:00 am
    Ship docks in St. Thomas20 min to get off the ship and through the terminal
  2. 8:20 am
    Leave the pierThis tour meets at the pier
  3. 8:35 am
    Earliest tour startTour runs 3 h. Latest sensible start: 12:15 pm.
  4. 11:35 am
    Tour ends15 min back to the pier
  5. 11:50 am
    Back at the gangway4 h 40 min before all aboard
  6. 4:30 pm
    All aboardGangway closes; the ship won't wait for independent tours

Estimates based on the tour's longest published duration, our researched travel times and typical pier queues. Confirm the departure time on the booking page and keep your watch on ship's time.

Our verdict

This tour fits a typical St. Thomas call (8:00 am–4:30 pm). It runs 3 h; ashore by 8:20 am, you can start by 8:35 am and be back at the gangway around 11:50 am — 3 h 40 min to spare on top of a 1 h safety margin.

Rule of thumb: it keeps the safety margin as long as all aboard is 12:50 pm or later. Even a short 7:00 am–2:00 pm call works.

The operator offers pickup, but the listed pickup points are hotels, not the cruise port. Choose "I will meet at the departure point" when booking and allow 15 min each way by taxi — that is what we counted above.

Among the 346 St. Thomas shore excursions we track, this is about average in length (the median runs 3 h); 82% of them fit a typical call.

Computed from the tour's published duration, the distance from the cruise pier to its start point and the typical St. Thomas call. Adjust your ship's times above to recheck.

About this tour

Discover the Heart of Island Agriculture and Sapphire Beach Bliss.

We warmly invite you to join our one-hour guided tour of our family-owned farm, where you'll uncover the vibrant essence of island agriculture. This unique child friendly eco-tour offers more than just picturesque views—it’s an opportunity to learn about a thriving island farm and enjoy a meaningful connection with nature.

Capture unforgettable moments on the observation deck, where photo opportunities abound. Indulge in local delicacies and refreshing drinks, straight from the farm. Begin your morning exploring our 2-acre farm, situated at the highest elevation on the East End of St. Thomas. Enjoy breathtaking vistas, including sea views of Great Bay and the neighboring island of St. John.

Capture unforgettable moments on the observation deck, where photo opportunities abound. Indulge in local delicacies and refreshing drinks, straight from the farm.

Max 20 per group English

What's included

  • Local Delicacies & Drinks
  • Farm Guide

Not included

  • Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. 1
    Stop 1
    The locals cultivate over 4 acres of farmland on St. Thomas, specializing in tropical fruits, vegetables, herbs, and spices. In addition to the farm, they manage a 12-member cooperative garden and host visitors at our Agriculture-Tourism Cabin, providing fresh produce for both establishments and individual consumers.
    1 h
  2. 2
    Sapphire Beach
    Sapphire Beach Bliss -Perched along the rugged coastline of St. Thomas, this expansive beach is a paradise of fine white sand and offers stunning views of St. John and the scattered cays of the U.S. Virgin Islands.
    2 h

Meeting point and getting there

Start point
See booking page
From the cruise pier
Meets at the pier
Allow 20 min to get off the ship first. Taxi fares and pier details.
Ends at

Good to know

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. If the operator cancels for bad weather, you can rebook or get a full refund.
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please note: Tour schedules are subject to change based on local traffic conditions and cruise ship arrival/departure times.

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Operated by Great Exploration Tours. Prices, availability and tour details come from the booking partner and can change; the booking page is authoritative.

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