Magens Bay Beach, St. Thomas USVI
If you’re looking for an experience that will surely rival any you’ve ever had, you should take a walk along what National Geographic heralded as one of the ten most beautiful in the world. Magens Bay beach is a little slice of paradise that you couldn’t imagine even in your most austere fantasies. Its white sand and clear blue water make it a marvel for anyone fortunate enough to take a trip to St. Thomas.
Shaped like a heart, Magens Bay beach is truly one of those little pieces of earth that no one can go to without being in absolute awe. It’s only about one mile long; however, the sheer volume of its beauty is enough for anyone taking a stroll along the shore. The waters are gentle for most of the year (with the exception of one week in which the northeast wind shifts to the west). There are very few rough waves (if any) to speak of. The sun truly shines brightly on this heart shaped haven. For those who want to get a nice burn, you’ll have nothing to worry about. However, if you’d rather just dose in the easy breeze of the shade, there’s plenty of trees to go around.
There are great places for people who are interested in a bit of water fun. At the end of the beach there are rock formations that provide the perfect outlet for snorkelers. If you’re in the mood for a deep sea adventure, you’re truly in luck. Magens Bay provides mask, fin, and snorkel rental to ensure convenience. There are also sail boat and board rentals for people who want to take a trip out on the clear blue waters of Magens Bay.
If you’ve found yourself at the Magens Point Resort, you’re only about half mile walk away from the beach. Be an adventurer and take this shaded path to the beach and make the most of your beach time fun. Club members and guests alike, however, can always take a soothing ride through the shaded area with Magens Bay’s free transportation service to and from the beach --of course, if you’d rather not share a bus ride with a great group of tourists, you can always call for taxi transportation to the beach.
The beach is perfect for tourists and accommodates them with great ease. There is a bit of a fee to of $4 per person --$2 extra for those bringing their own transportation. This small fee goes towards maintaining the beach and all of its amenities --which include life guards, showers, and toilets, keeping the land well groomed and the clear for those who wish to visit all year round.
Magens Bay is ripe for consumerism. The beach comes complete with its own bar and snack bar, for those who want to spend the entire day on the beach without having to worry about their stomachs or thirst. The beach also has a boutique for those interested in taking a piece of the beach with them.