Plongée à US Virgin Islands — United States

The US Virgin Islands offer hassle-free Caribbean diving for American travelers — no passport needed. St. Croix's Buck Island wall is a protected marine monument with dramatic drop-offs, while St. Thomas provides easy boat access to reefs and wrecks. Well-regulated operators and resort infrastructure make this a reliable tropical dive holiday.

Score
72.3
Visibilité
15–35m
Température
26–29°C
Meilleurs mois
December, January, February
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US Virgin Islands
United StatesCaribbean
72.3

SCORE

18.3358°N

-64.9307°E

The US Virgin Islands offer hassle-free Caribbean diving for American travelers — no passport needed. St. Croix's Buck Island wall is a protected marine monument with dramatic drop-offs, while St. Thomas provides easy boat access to reefs and wrecks. Well-regulated operators and resort infrastructure make this a reliable tropical dive holiday.

Accessible Caribbean Reef Diving

Visibility15–35 m
Temperature26–29°C
Max Depth40 m
Currentmild
2-Tank Dive$110
Best MonthsDecember, January, February, March
CertificationOpen WaterBeginner Friendly

Score Breakdown

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ML68.0CH62.0VIS75.0SV75.0TMP85.0DA70.0OP75.0TS85.0GT85.0VAL55.0CRD60.0SP72.0

Marine Life

68.0

Species diversity, megafauna encounters, reef fish abundance, macro life, and endemic species.

Species Diversity
68
Megafauna Encounters
55
Reef Fish Abundance
72
Macro Life
65
Endemic Species
55
Marine Life Diversity
68.0
Coral & Reef Health
62.0
Visibility & Conditions
75.0
Dive Site Variety
75.0
Water Temperature
85.0
Depth & Access
70.0
Operator Quality
75.0
Topside Experience
85.0
Getting There
85.0
Value & Cost
55.0
Crowding
60.0
Social Proof
72.0

Traveling with Non-Divers?

Your non-diving travel companions will find plenty to enjoy topside while you're underwater. Here are some activities to consider.

Activities for Non-Divers

Trunk Bay snorkelingCharlotte Amalie shoppingBuck Island hikekayak mangroves

Nearby Cultural Sites

  • Fort Christian
  • Christiansted National Historic Site

Non-Diver Score

9/10

Excellent for non-divers — they'll love it here.

Family FriendlyYes
Restaurants & Nightlifevibrant

Safety & Emergency

Dive Insurance

DAN recommends dive insurance for all divers.

Learn more at DAN.org
Hyperbaric Chamber10 km — Roy Lester Schneider Hospital Hyperbaric Unit
Nearest Hospital5 km

Chamber at Roy Lester Schneider Hospital on St. Thomas; US-standard medical care

Skill LevelBeginner Friendly
Current Strengthmild

Top Operators

Coki Dive Center

PADI

4.7
400 reviewsNITROX

Dive Experience Inc.

PADI

4.6
280 reviewsNITROX