ST. THOMAS, US VIRGIN ISLANDS

Saturday, April 8, 2000

8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

10 Hours - The Ship Will Dock

DINING OPTIONS

Dress suggestion for this evening:  CASUAL - Sundresses or slacks & blouses for women; sports shirts & trousers for men.

(Guests are kindly requested not to wear Tank Tops and Shorts in the dining Room at Dinner)

ROOM SERVICE IS AVAILABLE 24 HOURS A DAY

Average Temperature:  82

Language:  English

Organized unincorporated island territory of the United States, at the eastern end of the Greater Antilles, about 40 miles (64 km) east of Puerto Rico, in the northeastern Caribbean Sea. Composed of three large islands, St. Croix, St. John, and St. Thomas, and about 50 small islets and cays, the islands cover 136 square miles (352 square km). The population in 1990 was estimated at 105,000, and the capital is Charlotte Amalie on St. Thomas.

The Land

Geologically, with the British Virgin Islands, the islands are an extension of the central fault-block mountain ranges of Puerto Rico and part of the Greater Antilles. Composed of metamorphosed igneous and sedimentary rocks overlain in parts by limestone and alluvium, they rise off the continental shelf to maximum heights of 1,556 feet (474 m) at Crown Mountain on St. Thomas, 1,277 feet (389 m) at Bordeaux Mountain on St. John, and 1,088 feet (332 m) at Mount Eagle on St. Croix (the largest of the islands, with an area of 84 square miles [218 square km]). St. Thomas and St. John are very rugged, but St. Croix's mountains are confined to the north, with a large rolling-to-level plain opening to the south. All the islands are surrounded by fringing coral reefs, and ancient elevated reefs ring the main islands.

The climate is pleasant, with temperatures at St. Thomas averaging a maximum of 82º F (28º C) during the day in January and 88º F (31º C) in July and being tempered throughout the year by northeasterly trade winds. Nighttime minimum temperatures are about 11º F (6º C) cooler, and the relative humidity is low for the tropics. Rainfall averages 45 inches (1,100 mm) annually, with a marked rainy season from September to December. Droughts occur periodically, and hurricanes may strike the islands on rare occasions. Early plantation clearance destroyed the islands' tropical forest, which is now found only in a few places on St. Thomas and has elsewhere been replaced by secondary woodland and scrub. Island fauna is sparse, save for birds, but the surrounding seas abound in commercial and game species.

The People

About 80 percent of the population is black or mulatto, and most of the remainder are Hispanic (mainly Puerto Rican) or recent white immigrants. Less than half of the population is native-born. English is the official language, but some French is spoken on St. Thomas, and Spanish on St. Croix among Puerto Ricans. The population is predominantly Christian, but there is also an Orthodox Jewish community. The population increased rapidly from the early 1960s to the mid-1970s primarily because of substantial immigration from the U.S. mainland, the eastern Caribbean, and Puerto Rico. Since the mid-1970s population growth has been slower than average for the West Indies, largely because of the territory's comparatively low birth rate. The infant mortality rate and overall death rate are also comparatively low, while life expectancy, at 69 years, is among the highest in the region. Charlotte Amalie, the capital, is also the only town with a population of more than 10,000.

The Economy

The U.S. Virgin Islands have a developing free-enterprise economy based on tourism and manufacturing. The gross national product (GNP) is growing faster than the population; the GNP per capita is the highest in the Caribbean region. About one-fifth of the total land area is farmland, most of it on St. Croix. Agricultural production in the 1970s through the '80s underwent transition from the traditional reliance on sugarcane to more diversified crops. Citrus fruits, tamarinds, mangoes, bananas, sorghum (for animal feed), and vegetables, all for internal consumption, are the main crops grown. Cattle (ranched on St. Croix), goats, sheep, and pigs are the main livestock. St. Croix produces milk, sufficient for island needs. The government has built dams on St. Croix and St. Thomas to improve farmers' water supply.

Only 6 percent of the land is forest, but the government has planted large areas of St. Croix with mahogany and also has reforested parts of St. Thomas. A bay-tree forest on St. John supplies leaves for the bay-rum industry.

Fishing is restricted to supplying local needs and to sport fishing. A marine-biology laboratory has been established on St. John.

Manufacturing has diversified beyond the traditional rum-distilling industry to include petroleum refining, watch assembly, and the manufacture of chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and clothing. Electrical energy is produced by thermal-power plants. The U.S. government has encouraged industry by allowing certain manufactures to enter the United States duty-free, and the local government has offered tax incentives.

Tourism, based on the pleasant tropical climate, attractive scenery, good fishing, proximity to the U.S. mainland, and free-port status, has rapidly expanded and dominates the economy. The Virgin Islands National Park, covering two-thirds of St. John, and the Buck Island National Monument, set on the islet's coral reef, are other major attractions. Souvenir and handicraft industries have developed for the tourist market.

The leading sectors in employment are government service; retail trade, including personal, business, and domestic services; manufacturing; agriculture and self-employment; and hotels.

The islands' extensive road network is mostly paved. St. Croix and St. Thomas have scheduled bus service. Charlotte Amalie, on St. Thomas, and Frederiksted and Limetree Bay, on St. Croix, are deep-water ports. A new container port on the southern coast of St. Croix handles most of the islands' cargo traffic. There is ferry service between the three main islands and also to the British Virgin Islands. There are two international airports, on St. Thomas and on St. Croix. Interisland seaplanes serve the islands and also Puerto Rico, the British Virgin Islands, and Saint Martin.

Exports total more than four-fifths of imports in value annually. Refined petroleum, clothing, watches, and rum are the main exports, shipped mainly to the United States, Puerto Rico, and the British Virgin Islands. The main imports are crude petroleum, food products, and semi-manufactures and components.

Government and Social Conditions

The government is organized under the Organic Act of the Virgin Islands, passed by the U.S. Congress in 1936, amended in 1954 and subsequently. The governor, elected by universal suffrage to a four-year term, appoints heads of the executive branches and administrative assistants for St. Croix and St. John with approval of the unicameral legislature, or Senate; its 15 members are elected by universal suffrage to four-year terms. The people are U.S. citizens and elect a nonvoting representative to the U.S. House of Representatives but do not vote in U.S. national elections. The U.S. Department of the Interior appoints a federal comptroller who supervises revenue and expenditure. There are three political parties, the Democratic and the Republican, affiliated to the U.S. parties, and the Independent Citizens Movement. The District Court of the Virgin Islands operates under federal law, and the judges and district attorney are appointed by the U.S. president with the advice and approval of the U.S. Senate. There is also a territorial court.

St. Thomas and St. Croix have hospitals, and the Public Health Service operates mobile medical units for outlying areas, as well as a program for immunization, clinical services, home-care services, and special programs. Health conditions are excellent, as improved housing and sanitation have eradicated tropical diseases.

Education is compulsory and free for children between ages 5 1/2 and 16 in public primary, secondary, and vocational schools. Higher education and teacher training are available at the University of the Virgin Islands, a U.S. land-grant institution with campuses on St. Thomas and St. Croix. The main public library, located on St. Thomas, has branches in St. Croix and St. John. The Department of Conservation and Cultural Affairs administers museum and library services.

History

The islands probably were originally settled by Arawak Indians, but they were inhabited by the warlike Caribs when Christopher Columbus landed on St. Croix in 1493. They had extensive farms and settlements on the island. Columbus named the islands Santa Ursula y las Once Mil Virgenes, in honor of the legendary St. Ursula and the 11,000 martyred virgins. In 1555 a Spanish expedition defeated the Caribs and claimed the islands for Spain, but by 1625 English and French settlers were farming on St. Croix, and it had become a haven for pirates. In 1650 the Spaniards evicted the remaining English settlers, but the French took the islands later that same year. St. Croix was willed to the Knights of Malta in 1653, but they sold it to the French West India Company. Dutch buccaneers had established themselves on Tortola, but the English evicted them in 1666, while Denmark claimed St. Thomas and St. John. Dividing the islands into plantations, the Danes began growing sugarcane, first using convicted criminals and, after 1673, African slaves for labor. Commerce developed from the Triangular trade in slaves brought from Africa, rum and molasses sent to Europe, and European goods shipped back to the islands. St. Thomas became a major slave market for the Caribbean. Denmark purchased St. Croix in 1733, and it became a major center of sugarcane production. Alexander Hamilton, the U.S. statesman, was born on Nevis Island in 1755, brought to St. Croix in 1765, and worked there as a counting house clerk. By the early 19th century the sugar industry began to decline and two slave revolts had shaken the plantation economy. Slavery was abolished in 1848, and the United States began negotiations to purchase the islands from Denmark. The sale was made in 1917 for U.S. $25,000,000. Administered by the U.S. Navy, they were transferred to the Department of the Interior in 1931, and civilian governors appointed by the president ruled the islands. Tourism began to develop in 1945. In 1954 the Organic Act of the Virgin Islands was revised and created the current governmental structure. In 1970 the first popularly elected governor took office, and in 1976 the islands were given the right to draft a constitution, subject to approval by the U.S. Congress and president. Completed in 1978, the islands' constitution was rejected in a referendum (1979) and again rejected after amendment (1981). Substantial immigration from the mainland United States, the eastern Caribbean, and Puerto Rico (1960-75) produced social tension between islanders and the new settlers.

Best of St. Thomas Island Tour

3 hours, $29.00 Adult / $22.00 Child 

Times:  9:15 AM & 1:15 PM

Take in some of the most breathtaking vistas in the Caribbean as you travel along Skyline Drive with magnificent views of St. John, the British Virgin Islands and the historical harbor of Charlotte Amalie nestled below.  You’ll visit Mountain Top, which boasts a fabulous view of Magens Bay, rated one of the top 10 beaches in the world by the National Geographic Society.  A short drive away is the St. Peter Great House, formerly a private, contemporary hideaway of the rich and famous.  Stroll through the lovely gardens, view the classic Caribbean architecture and native stonework, and take in the panoramic views of the Virgin Islands from the observation deck, situated 1,000 feet above the ocean, as you enjoy a complimentary rum or fruit punch.  Afterward, you’ll drive to bustling Charlotte Amalie, where you may choose to return to the ship or stay in town and shop.  Those passengers who remain in town will be responsible for their own return to the ship.

Note:  Tours departing in the afternoon will not have the option to shop downtown following the tour, as there is not adequate time.

Views of St. Thomas

3 hours, $29.00 Adult / $22.00 Child

Times:  9:30 AM & 1:30 PM

See the views of St. Thomas on this exciting island tour.  Visit famous Mountain Top, 1,400 feet above the sea, for unique shopping and excellent panoramas of famous Magens Bay and the British Virgin Islands.  You’ll drive the impressive Skyline Drive for a unique look at the bustling port of Charlotte Amalie, the cruise ship dock and tranquil St. John in the distance.  Then climb aboard St. Thomas’ high-flying attraction – The Paradise Point Tramway.  The smooth, 15-minute round-trip ride will whisk you to the top of Paradise Point, 700 feet above the sea.  Take in the commanding view of the harbor and your cruise ship below while you enjoy a refreshing beverage.  You’ll have plenty of time to browse the shops and enjoy the view before taking the tram ride back to your transportation and return to the ship.

Coral World & Island Drive

3 Hours, $34.00 Adult / $26.00 Child

Times:  1:00 PM

Visit St. Thomas’ new marine-life attraction, Coral World, and take in the island’s magnificent scenery on this combination tour.  Departing the pier in open-air safari-style buses, you’ll make your way to Coral World, where you’ll have about two hours to explore the marvels of colorful fish, corals and other sea creatures that call the Caribbean Sea home.  Special exhibits include the 80,000-gallon Caribbean Reef Encounter tank; the Marine Gardens Aquarium, featuring 21 tanks filled with living corals, sponges, jewel-like florescent corals and plenty of colorful fish; the touch pool; the baby shark pool; the sea turtle area; and the Underwater Observatory, a unique structure housing the predator tank with sharks, stingrays, moray eels and barracuda.  From here, take in the island’s spectacular scenery during your drive back to the ship.

St. John Island Tour

4 ½ hours, $39.00 Adult / $30.00 Child

Time:  8:30 AM

Board a comfortable ferry for the 45-minute cruise to St. John.  This lush tropical island is uniquely unspoiled, with three-quarters designated as a National Park.  Upon arrival, you’ll be greeted by your driver, who will lead you to an open-air safari bus for your tour of sugar-white-sand beaches, clear waters and unforgettable scenery.  You’ll make a short stop at Cinnamon Bay Ruins, the remnants of the last working plantation on St. John, where you’ll receive a souvenir brochure about its history.  Back on the coastal road, you’ll take in such sights as Whistling Cay, Trunk Bay, Hawksnest Bay and Caneel Bay, which overlooks Rockefeller Plantation.  You will then return to the National Park dock in Cruz Bay for your ferry ride back to St. Thomas.

St. John Beach Snorkel

4 ½ hours, $42.00 Adult / $33.00 Child

Time:  8:30 AM

Your destination for this exciting snorkeling experience is the famed Trunk Bay, located within the southernmost United States National Park.  Trunk Bay is an unspoiled paradise which features an underwater snorkel trail and a white-sand beach fringed with palm trees.  Your transfer to Trunk Bay begins with a ferry ride from the cruise ship dock to St. John.  After arriving, you will have a short and scenic drive in a safari bus to Trunk Bay.  Once there, a snorkeling guide will provide a site briefing, your snorkeling equipment and a lesson for those who desire one.  Then, you’re off to explore the underwater snorkel trial, which features markers describing several of the corals and fish that make Trunk Bay their home.  You will have approximately one hour to enjoy snorkeling, swimming or just relaxing on the beach.  For your convenience, the U.S. Park Service maintains rest rooms, showers and a snack bar.  Your snorkeling equipment, safety vest, instruction, supervision by U.S. Park Service lifeguards and transportation are all included.

St. Thomas Mountain Bike Adventure

3 ½ hours, $62.00

Time:  8:30 AM

Take in the scenery of St. Thomas and get some great exercise at the same time.  Start with a short taxi/van ride to meet your bicycle guide and be issued a mountain bike and safety helmet.  After a safety briefing and route overview, begin your guided ride through this spectacular scenery making frequent photo and water stops along the way.  The course is active and interesting, ending at one of St. Thomas’ famous beaches for a quick swim and a complimentary beverage before returning via taxi-van to the ship.

Note:  Please dress in appropriate exercise wear.  This is an active excursion and only suitable for those in top physical condition.  A chase vehicle will follow the group.  This tour is very limited in participation.  Participants must be 12 year of age or older.

Atlantis Submarine Odyssey

2 hours, $82.00 Adult / $41.00 Child

Time:  9:00 AM & 1:00 PM

Discover the undersea world of St. Thomas’ Buck Island onboard the Atlantis submarine.  Descending to a depth of approximately 90 feet, you’ll spend about 45 minutes in the air-conditioned sub while you travel more than one and a half miles along the ocean floor.  From your viewing window, you’ll see colorful exotic fish, coral formations made most enjoyably by he captain’s narration.  In addition, you’ll see a 15-minute interactive dive show featuring two scuba divers that glide along on underwater scooters.  They create a unique marine choreography that is both dramatic and educational.  You’ll even receive a dive certificate to commemorate this once-in-a-lifetime adventure.  Your transfer to and from the sub site will be by ferry.

Note:  Children must be four years of age or older to participate.

Virgin Islands Helicopter Odyssey

1 ½ hours (25-min flight), $94.00

Times:  10:30 AM, 11:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 12:00 PM & 12:30 PM

Treat yourself to an aerial fantasy over the Virgin Islands and their spectacular turquoise waters.  See where pirates once roamed as you fly over the British Virgin Islands of Tortola and Jost Van Dyke, named after a Dutch pirate.  You will proceed over the east end of St. John, called the Smallest Virgin, past the Annaberg Ruins, with a spectacular view of this island that is three-quarters National Park.  Heading back over St. Thomas, you will experience a breathtaking view of Magens Bay, one of the World’s most-beautiful beaches.

Virgin Islands Seaplane Exploration

1 ¼ hours (20-min flight), $74.00

Times:  10:00 AM & 1:00 PM

Explore the U.S. and some of the British Virgin Islands from the exciting vantage point of your customized, twin-engine Vistaliner seaplane.  This is the perfect way to take in the area and still have plenty of time to explore and shop in St. Thomas.  Leaving Charlotte Amalie harbor, you’ll delight in the sweet views of sugar-white beaches and old sugar plantations from the seaplane’s panoramic windows.  With your individual headset, listen to your pilot’s lively tales of the notorious pirates and modern-day moguls who have called these islands home.  Special audio jacks let you listen to music and narration.  You’ll also receive a complimentary pamphlet, filled with maps and descriptions of each island.  

Magens Bay Beach Getaway

3 hours, $15.00 Adult / $10 Child

Times:  12:45 PM

Acclaimed as one of the 10 most-beautiful beaches in the world, Magens Bay is an ideal place to get away during your visit to St. Thomas.  Start with a scenic drive by open-air safari bus or air-conditioned van to Drake’s Seat, with its spectacular view of Magens Bay and the surrounding area.  From there it’s on to Magens Bay for two hours of swimming, sunbathing and beachcombing.  Beach equipment is available for hire, and there’s a full bar and food concessions as well. 

Kayaking the Marine Sanctuary

3 ½ hours, $62.00 Adult / $52.00 Child

Times:  8:45 AM

Your tour will begin at the mouth of the marine sanctuary at Homberg’s Marina, where you will kayak for approximately 45 minutes through the mangroves.  You’ll be guided by a Virgin Island naturalist, who will explain the mangroves’ significance in the lagoon ecosystem, and also point out the different varieties of fish and birds that may be seen.  Arriving at Bovoni Point, you will have approximately 30 minutes to snorkel, rock climb, or walk along the coral beach.  Should you choose to snorkel, you may be lucky enough to spot juvenile barracuda, snapper or stingray, as well as several other varieties of small reef fish.  All snorkel gear will be provided.  Complete your tour by kayaking back to the Marina, passing by Bovoni Cay, before taking your return transport back to the ship.

Note:  Please bring a towel and wear your bathing suit. 

Golf at Mahogany Run

5 hours, $129.00

Times:  8:00 AM

Take in a round of golf at Mahogany Run, a magnificent 18-hole, par-70 course totaling 6,022 yards, which recently underwent a multimillion-dollar renovation.  Designed by George and Tom Faxio, Mahogany Run’s spectacular views make it one of the most highly photographed courses in the Caribbean.  This excursion includes greens fees for 18 holes, a golf cart and transportation.  Lunch and rental clubs area available at the course and are your own responsibility.

Note:  This tour is subject to availability of tee times.  Prices are subject to change.

Snorkeling on the Wild Thing

4 hours, $59.00 Adult / $49.00 Child

Times:  1:00 PM

For this two-location snorkeling trip your transportation will be the Wild Thing, the fastest excursion boat in the Virgin Islands.  The Wild Thing will whisk you to the snorkeling sites at an exhilarating, hold-on-to-your-hat 30-knot ride.  Beginning and advanced snorkelers alike will enjoy this unique Caribbean experience.  The first stop is one of the tranquil coves at Buck Island, where you may be lucky enough to see the popular sea turtle.  The second stop is normally at one of the beautiful bays in St. John, where you may continue to snorkel or simply relax and enjoy the beautiful white-sand beach.  Fresh fruit, snacks, and fruit punch are complimentary throughout the tour.  After snorkeling, the atmosphere turns to celebration and you will enjoy great music and bottomless barrels of rum punch.  Your snorkeling equipment, including a safety vest, professional instruction, supervision, complimentary snacks, beverages and transportation are all provided.

Champagne Catamaran Sailaway to St. John

6 hours, $90.00

Times:  9:15 AM

Take this exclusive sailaway tour to the enchanting island of St. John.  Step aboard a state-of-the-art catamaran for your two-hour sail to the lovely, palm-fringed beaches of St. John, safeguarded by the National Park Service.  You’ll glide through Current Cut on the eastern end of St. Thomas, with your destination beckoning in the distance.  At a special anchoring location across Pillsbury Sound, you’ll have two hours to swim, snorkel, beachcomb or just relax under the swaying palms.  All snorkeling equipment and vests are provided.  This idyllic setting is the perfect backdrop for your elaborate buffet luncheon, served on board.  Champagne and a full complimentary bar are available throughout your fun-filled cruise.  

St. Thomas Sailboat and Snorkel Adventure

3 ½ hours, $44.00 Adult / $35.00 Child

Times:  8:30 AM & 1:00 PM

See the Virgin Islands from the deck of a privately owned sailing yacht.  Your experienced crew will cater to your every need and interest, whether you choose to sit back and enjoy the ride or learn some sailing basics.  You can even take the helm or help trim the sails.  Once anchored at your snorkeling site at Buck Island’s turtle Cove, your crew will take you on a guided snorkeling tour to explore the coral-covered boulders, watch the tropical fish and possibly have an up-close encounter with the endangered green sea turtle.  Or, if you prefer, you can swim, sun or grab a cool drink and just relax onboard.  A light snack will be served and beer or rum drinks will be available after your snorkel tour.  Soft drinks are available any time during the tour.  Snorkel equipment, safety vest, instruction and supervision are included.

St. Thomas Private Sailboat Charter

3 ½ hours, $264.00 up to 6 people; $42 each additional person

Times:  8:30 AM & 1:00 PM

Charter a 36-foot sloop or a similar sailboat for a half-day of sailing in St. Thomas.  Your private sailing yacht includes an experienced captain and crew to cater to your party.  With your captain you can plan your sail trip that, at your option, may include a stop for snorkeling, a quiet beach or a private anchorage.  Snorkeling equipment and vests are provided onboard, along with complimentary soft drinks, beer, rum punch and snacks.  

Five-Star St. John Beach and Snorkel Adventure

4 hours, $49.00 Adult / $39.00 Child

Times:  12:45 PM

Join the friendly crew aboard the 115-foot Leylon Sneed for an unforgettable, narrated cruise along the scenic south shore of St. Thomas to the enchanting island of St. John.  Anchoring off beautiful Trunk Bay in the Virgin Islands National Park, you’ll have an hour and a half to relax on the beach, swim and snorkel; snorkel equipment, vest and supervision are all provided.  You may choose to be ferried ashore to the beach or, if you wish to remain on board, an informative 20-minute film about St. John’s National park will be shown in the air-conditioned theater.  You may also browse the onboard gift shop, or simply find your favorite spot on deck.  After a freshwater shower, sit back and relax on your return cruise to St. Thomas with a glass of rum or fruit punch from the bottomless punch bowls.  A full cash bar is also available.

Note:  During certain weather conditions, an alternative anchorage may be visited.

New Waves Expedition Snorkeling

4 hours, $69.00 Adult / $52.00 Child

Times:  8:30 AM & 1:00 PM

If you have a sense of adventure and you’re an experienced snorkeler, then you’ll love this exhilarating “No Snooze Cruise” snorkeling tour.  You’ll be whisked to some remote and rarely snorkeled sites surrounding St. Thomas and St. John in a high-speed, state-of-the-art, 31-foot hand-hull inflatable boat.  The snorkeling sites will be chosen on a daily basis to take advantage of the best weather and sea conditions in the area.  The boat ride to these remote sites is both exciting and fast in order to maximize your fun and snorkeling time.  A choice of soft drinks, bottled water and light snacks are complimentary.  For your comfort, there is ample shade and a freshwater shower.  Your snorkeling equipment, including a vest, as well as professional instruction, supervision, beverage, snacks and transportation, are all provided.

New Waves Discover Scuba Diving

3 ½ hours, $69.00

Times:  8:15 AM & 1:00 PM

Sit back and enjoy the tropical scenery during your safari bus transfer across St. Thomas to Coki Beach.  After arriving at the beach, your instructor will cover the necessary information in order to make this a safe and fun experience.  Then you’ll don your scuba equipment and enter the shallow water with your instructor to practice your newly acquired scuba skills.  During the underwater portion of the tour, you will experience the thrill of breathing underwater and have the opportunity to hand feed a multitude of colorful, tropical fish.  This is a photo opportunity you don’t want to miss?  Your scuba equipment, professional instruction, supervision, fish food and transportation are all provided.  Snacks and beverages are available for purchase at the beach.

New Waves Certified Scuba

4 ½ hours, $86.00

Time:  8:30 AM

The reefs and wrecks surrounding St. Thomas offer a variety of exciting diving possibilities.  After a brief stop at the dive shop to take care of any equipment requirements, a modern, motorized catamaran, will serve as your transportation to the first site of the two-tank boat dive.  The dive sites are chosen daily to ensure the best possible conditions.  The normally calm and clear waters surrounding St. Thomas support a wide variety of marine life.  Make sure you take the time to investigate the many nooks and crannies of each site as they provide homes for many tropical fish and the occasional spotted moray or spiny lobster.  A maximum depth of 60 feet is usually the norm for the first dive, which will be followed by a shallower second dive.  Your scuba equipment, professional supervision, and transportation are all provided.

Note:  Certified divers must have their certification cards with them in order to participate on this tour.