Magens Bay
Cruise Ship Crowd Forecast
No Cruise Ships Today
No cruise ships are scheduled to visit today. Enjoy!
How to Read the Hourly Timeline
Each box below represents one hour. The color tells you the expected crowd level from cruise ship visitors at that time.
Low
Few or no cruise ship visitors expected.
Moderate
Expect cruise ship visitors but shouldn't be overwhelming.
High
Expect large crowds. Consider going early, late, or picking another day.
Sat
25
April 25, 2026
No ships scheduled
Sun
26
April 26, 2026
No ships scheduled
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Mon
27
April 27, 2026
No ships scheduled
Tue
28
April 28, 2026
2 ships, 7,690 passengers
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Wed
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April 29, 2026
3 ships, 15,245 passengers
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Thu
30
April 30, 2026
1 ship, 5,145 passengers
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Fri
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May 1, 2026
No ships scheduled
About Magens Bay
Magens Bay is consistently rated one of the world's most beautiful beaches. It's a 20-minute taxi ride from the Charlotte Amalie cruise terminals, making it one of the top excursion destinations on ship days. Entrance fee is $5 per person.
Crowd estimates are based on published cruise ship schedules, passenger capacity, and arrival/departure times. Real crowd levels depend on weather, excursion bookings, and actual occupancy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Magens Bay crowded when cruise ships are in port?
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No cruise ships are scheduled today, so Magens Bay should be at normal crowd levels. Magens Bay is one of the top cruise excursion destinations on St. Thomas — crowds peak between 10am and 2pm on ship days.
What is the best time to visit Magens Bay?
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On cruise days, arrive before 10am or after 3pm to avoid the peak. On days with no ships in Charlotte Amalie, Magens is quiet all day.
How much does Magens Bay cost?
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$5 per person entrance fee. Taxi from Havensight or Crown Bay is typically $10-13 per person each way (regulated open-air safari taxis).
How do I get to Magens Bay from the cruise port?
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20-minute taxi ride from either Havensight or Crown Bay cruise terminal. Open-air safari taxis run set routes; confirm the fare with the driver before departing.
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