Sapphire or Magens Beach?

[mark&lisa]

This will be our first time to St. Thomas and have narrowed it down to Sapphire or Magens. What is your opinion of the 2? From what I could tell, Sapphire may be a little less crowded. I saw that it took approx 25 minutes to get to Magens, how long will it take to get to Sapphire? I've seen conflicting taxi fares to Sapphire ranging from $10 per person each way to $20 per person each way....any confirmations on taxi fare from the pier? Thanks !!!

[Ms411]

There are 2 docks and the fares are different from both docks, but the rates are set by the govt, and are posted at each dock. Which ship will you be on?

[mark&lisa]

We are on Carnival - I think we dock at Havensight

[Ms411]

Yes, Carnival docks at Havensight. Somebody recently posted a picture of the rates (look for a recent post with attachments) or google St Thomas taxi rates. The full fare schedule is on several websites.

[Carolina Girl 99]

Your decision will also depend on what you're planning to do on your beach day. Do you just want to lounge in a chair with an umbrella and take a swim in calm waters- if so, go to Magen's Bay. If you are active and want to snorkel or maybe rent a kayak or do other water sports- then go to Sapphire Beach

[budcann]

Just back, went to Sapphire, really enjoyed it. Haven't been to Magens for a while, but from what I remember I prefer Sapphire.

Edited January 30, 2018 by budcann
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[budcann]

Taxi fare is $10 for 2 or more, $13 for one.

I took a picture of the fares, but I guess the file is too large to post.

[Cruise a holic]

I vote for Magens- a really beautiful beach IMO one of the nicest in the Caribbean, with perfect water- because of this it can attract crowds depending upon how many ships are in port. But worth it- come early so you can rent an umbrella and chairs if you desire.

 

One note- we were just in St. Thomas a couple of weeks ago and didn't go to the beach- other options- not sure how badly the beaches were hit by the hurricanes.

[levonfan]

Which beach would be best for a 5 year old?

[Cruise a holic]

Which beach would be best for a 5 year old?

Definitely Megans.

[Jimbo59]

Magan’s Bay Beach is very popular, but costly.

 

We paid $8.00 each, each way for taxi = $32.00

Admission $5.00 each = $10.00

Chair rental $8.00 each = $$16.00

Unbrella Rental $10.00

Tip for setup $5.00

 

Total $73.00 for two

[Cruise a holic]

Magan’s Bay Beach is very popular, but costly.

 

We paid $8.00 each, each way for taxi = $32.00

Admission $5.00 each = $10.00

Chair rental $8.00 each = $$16.00

Unbrella Rental $10.00

Tip for setup $5.00

 

Total $73.00 for two

We didn’t pay for admission. Took a cab with another couple. Did pay for chairs and an umbrella

[Jimbo59]

We didn’t pay for admission. Took a cab with another couple. Did pay for chairs and an umbrella

 

Th taxi stopped at the entrance and each person was charged $5.00.

 

How did you avoid paying?

[Cruise a holic]

Th taxi stopped at the entrance and each person was charged $5.00.

 

How did you avoid paying?

We went with family and perhaps entered at a different point Do not recall how. Didn’t do it on purpose but we didn’t pay an entrance fee