Magens Bay
Cruise Ship Crowd Forecast
High Risk
2 ships in port today carrying 11,550 passengers
Best time to visit: 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM
Today's Hourly Forecast
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Ships Contributing to Crowds Today
Star Of The Seas
at Charlotte Amalie
7,600 passengers
Norwegian Prima
at Charlotte Amalie
3,950 passengers
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.
Past forecast — viewing data for May 4, 2026.
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May 4, 2026
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May 5, 2026
3 ships, 15,310 passengers
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Today
May 6, 2026
2 ships, 11,550 passengers
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Thu
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May 7, 2026
2 ships, 11,459 passengers
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May 8, 2026
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May 9, 2026
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May 10, 2026
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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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Today 2 ships in port carrying 11,550 passengers, so Magens Bay crowd risk is high. Best time to visit today: 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM. 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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