We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox. Mac: Safari.
All 19 Virgin Islands National Park Attractions »

Maho Bay

Virgin Islands National Park, St. John
4.5 of 5 stars 67 Reviews
Type: Bodies of Water, Beaches
Owner description: Mayho Bay is a popular beach in St. John and home to the Maho Bay Campground, 114 tent-cottages constructed in respect for the environment, making it...... more » Owner description: Mayho Bay is a popular beach in St. John and home to the Maho Bay Campground, 114 tent-cottages constructed in respect for the environment, making it one of the most publicized eco-tourism destinations in the world. « less
Update attraction details
Write a Review

67 reviews from our community

Visitor rating
    46
    18
    1
    1
    1
Date Rating
Sacramento, California
Reviewer
5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

uncrowded, beautiful, lots of wildlife above and below the ocean. More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Vermont
Senior Contributor
21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

Calm, beautiful, quintessential caribbean beach. We saw turtles, rays, fish. A must!! More

Was this review helpful? Yes
hunterdon county nj
Senior Reviewer
10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

Our favorite beach on St. John. Go early to avoid the crowds. If you are turtle fans, this is the place to do to swim with them. Right off the beach in the grassy area there were lots of them - what a nice experience! More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Greensboro, North Carolina
Reviewer
3 reviews 3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012 NEW

Need I say more? Unfortunately my mask was fogging up like crazy, but I caught a brief site of a (roughly) 4 foot long sea turtle! Other people I was visiting with were able to swim with it and spotted a few other sea turtles. We visited near dusk, which was apparently the best time. We were also able to... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Louisiana
Senior Contributor
45 reviews 45 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012 NEW

We didn't stay here very long as there were some nasty young visitors on the beach. I'd go back another day... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Washington DC, District of Columbia
Senior Contributor
36 reviews 36 reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012

This bay has one of the nicer beaches, as well as facilities for picnicking, bathrooms, shelters, and a parking lot. Early in the morning you can see mantle rays, turtles, and star fish there. It's conveniently located next to Rte 20. More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Andover, Massachusetts
Contributor
12 reviews 12 reviews
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Maho is the perfect beach to go to for an all day trip! Get to the pavilion for breakfast, go down to the swim shop if you need gear, then go down to big maho by either a short hike, or I recommend snorkeling around the tip. I have seen two indigo hamlets next to each other there, i have... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
San Francisco
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012

Fantastic beach with so much to see. Check out the sea grass area for turtles and sting rays and then snorkel over to the right against the rocks for a plethora of underwater scenery. My favorite beach on St. John! More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Oyster Bay, New York
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2012

Any stay on STJ should include a day at Maho, but not on the weekends or holidays when it is crowded with locals. There is plenty of shade, soft sand, and beautiful turquoise water. The rays come close to the water's edge and you can watch them without needing a snorkel. On this trip, we saw many starfish on the... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Metairie, Louisiana
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2012

By far my favorite beach on our trip. Saw more turtles, star fish and sting rays than ever before. If you get there early you can see a lot of the wild life feeding. We never had a lot of people and there is a camping ground that offered yoga classes in the am. Miss it already More

Was this review helpful? Yes

Travelers who viewed Maho Bay also viewed

Waterlemon Cay
4.5 of 5 stars 124 Reviews
Virgin Islands National Park, St. John
Trunk Bay
4.5 of 5 stars 251 Reviews
Virgin Islands National Park, St. John
 
Cinnamon Bay
4.5 of 5 stars 107 Reviews
Virgin Islands National Park, St. John
Francis Bay
4.5 of 5 stars 36 Reviews
St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands
 

Been to Maho Bay? Share your experiences!

Write a Review Add Photos Add Videos

Owners: What's your side of the story?

If you own or manage Maho Bay, register now for free tools to enhance your listing, attract new reviews, and respond to reviewers.

Manage your listing
See all sites
Cruise Critic

The ultimate cruise resource: cruise reviews, deals, news and advice.

SeatGuru

The world's most comprehensive source for airline seats, airline info, & in-flight amenities.

Family Vacation Critic

The best family vacations start here.

Best beach houses of 2012 »