St. Thomas -- Magans Bay snorkeling?

[deluxx]

Hi,

I've been told I must go to Magen's Bay -- that it's the nicest beach in St. Thomas. But is the snorkeling there good? I've heard more about Diamond and other beaches... am I going to miss out on good snorkeling if I go to Magen's Bay?

[Middleager]

It's a beautiful beach. But not much for snorkeling.

 

We went to Coki beach for snorkeling/diving, and of course to enjoy the beach.

[JP32]

The snorkeling there is not the greatest but if you decide to go then head to the far left and out a little ways and it was ok.

[Nannerz]

I would recommend Magens for lounging and swimming. Coki for snorkeling.

 

Here is a video we took in December.

 

Most of the underwater creatures and scuba pictures were taken at Coki. The opening shot of the large beach and playing in the waved was taken at Magens. Both beautiful. Coki is also next door to Coral World which offers some great excursions too.

[Stevesan]

www vinow com has an excellent review of beaches that includes snorkel ratings, photos and amenities.

[bry1262]

I have been to meagans 4 times and the best place to snorkel is if you are facing the water walk all the way to your left to the end of the beach away from the crowds. if you swim along the rocks it starts to get really good about 200 yards from shore. we went last July and saw several Tarpon a sea turtle and lots of fish. You kind of have to be a good swimmer because the farther you go out it does get deeper and a little rougher. Do not bother going to the right side of the bay there is not much to see. I do live in south florida and have dove in the Keys alot and I was quite suprised how many fish I did see at meagans. It seems to get better the further you go out.

[Host Star]

Hi,

I've been told I must go to Magen's Bay -- that it's the nicest beach in St. Thomas. But is the snorkeling there good? I've heard more about Diamond and other beaches... am I going to miss out on good snorkeling if I go to Magen's Bay?

yes, you will miss out on good snorkeling if you go to megans.. however it is a beautiful beach.. for snorkeling go to coki or take an excursion via boat..

[CruisinJazz]

I would recommend Magens for lounging and swimming. Coki for snorkeling.

 

Here is a video we took in December.

 

Most of the underwater creatures and scuba pictures were taken at Coki. The opening shot of the large beach and playing in the waved was taken at Magens. Both beautiful. Coki is also next door to Coral World which offers some great excursions too.

 

 

Loved your video! Thanks for sharing!

[cruisegal96]

if you want good snorkeling if you have the time go straight to st. john then go to trunk bay