If you do a search (not on TA, but a general search like on the big G) for something like "St Thomas Safari Bus Route" you should find a map of the route. I know that sentence is there, but that still doesn't make up for incorrect information. Language and money favor the driver. This website uses the Flickr API but is not endorsed or certified by SmugMug, Inc. TourbyTransit is a One Search Publishing company. Thank you, Steve. The fare is $1 a person. Spectacular views, paradise beaches, calypso music, culture and history-straight out of a magazine. Some only stay in town, others only stay in country. Taxi RatesAnchorage to Charlotte Amalie 1 person $15.00 2+/each $10.00 Anchorage to Airport $18.00 /12.00Blackbeard's Castle to Charlotte Amalie 1 person $5.00 2+/each $4.00 Blackbeard's Castle to Airport $8.00 /7.00Bluebeard's Castle to Charlotte Amalie 1 person $5.00 2+/each $4.00 Bluebeard's Castle to Airport $8.00 /7.00Bolongo Bay to Charlotte Amalie 1 person $10.00 2+/each $8.00 Bolongo Bay to Airport $12.00 /9.00Carib Beach Resort to Charlotte Amalie 1 person $7.00 2+/each $6.00 Carib Beach Resort to Airport $4.00 /4.00Compass Point to Charlotte Amalie 1 person $12.00 2+/each $9.00 Compass Point to Airport $14.00 /10.00Cowpet Bay to Charlotte Amalie 1 person $15.00 2+/each $10.00 Cowpet Bay to Airport $18.00 /12.00Elysian Resort to Charlotte Amalie 1 person $15.00 2+/each $10.00Elysian Resort to Airport $18.00/12.00Emerald Beach Resort to Charlotte Amalie 1 person $7.00 2+/each $6.00Emerald Beach Resort to Airport $4.00 /4.00Frenchman's Reef to Charlotte Amalie 1 person $8.00 2+/each $6.00Frenchman's Reef to Airport $10.00 /8.00Holiday Inn to Charlotte Amalie 1 person $4.00 2+/each $4.00Holiday Inn to Airport $7.00 /6.00Hotel 1829 to Charlotte Amalie 1 person $4.00 2+/each $4.00 Hotel 1829 to Airport $7.00 /6.00Islander Beachcomber to Charlotte Amalie 1 person $7.00 2+/each $6.00 Islander Beachcomber to Airport $4.00 /4.00Mafolie Hotel to Charlotte Amalie 1 person $8.00 2+/each $6.00 Mafolie Hotel to Airport $10.00 /8.00Magen's Point Hotel to Charlotte Amalie 1 person $10.00 2+/each $7.00 Magen's Point Hotel to Airport $12.00 /9.00Pavillions and Pools to Charlotte Amalie 1 person $13.00 2+/each $10.00 Pavillions and Pools to Airport $15.00 /11.00Point Pleasant to Charlotte Amalie 1 person $13.00 2+/each $10.00Point Pleasant to Airport $15.00 /11.00Ritz Carlton Resort & Club to Charlotte Amalie 1 person $15.00 2+/each $10.00Ritz Carlton Resort & Club to Airport $18.00/12.00Sapphire Beach Resort to Charlotte Amalie 1 person $13.00 2+/each $10.00Sapphire Beach Resort to Airport $15.00 /11.00Secret Harbor Resort to Charlotte Amalie 1 person $15.00 2+/each $10.00Secret Harbor Resort to Airport $18.00 /12.00Wyndham Sugar Bay to Charlotte Amalie 1 person $13.00 2+/each $10.00Wyndham Sugar Bay to Airport $15.00 /11.00Yacht Haven - Havensight to Charlotte Amalie 1 person $4.00 2+/each $4.00Yacht Haven - Havensight to Airport $7.00 /6.00Special Provisions for Taxi Operators. Am I on the right track? Hot The Dollar Bus man would drive back and forth across the island shouting anywhere for a dollar. Keep in mind, however, that if you want to stay in a remote neighborhood or in a villa on a very difficult road, be prepared to wait, you couldhave a hard time getting a taxi to go there, in which case you will definitely need to rent a vehicle during your stay. Valley Metro-Bus is a public transportation provider in Phoenix which operates Bus routes. This eventually became the public's enterprising way of solving the unsolvable government problem of a dysfunctional public bus system. Some people prefer this so they dont have to stand in line at the airport. Taking a helicopter is an option for getting from St. Thomas to St. John, which does not have an airport, and for traveling to some of the neighboring small islands and cays. But definitely walkable. Tell prospective and current residents about your business. Another option between St. Thomas and St. John is the car barge. The safari bus is cheap but it is takes time. 2009-2022 - All rights reserved. TAXI SERVICES . But if the idea of driving on the left induces a panic attack, or if your budget cant quite stretch to cover a vehicle rental, you can absolutely still have a full and exciting vacation on St. Thomas without actually getting behind the wheel yourself. University Dr. 32. Route No. Private Same goes the other way around. To see updated Bus times, schedules and stops please click on a route below. Route numbers range from 10-299 for regular bus routes; night route numbers are in the 300 range; express routes are in the 400 range and shuttle bus routes are in the 700 range. Easy peasy. Sticky It runs through 3 km with 10 stops. Luxury cars and limos are available for airport transfers, corporate transfers, tours, events and more. Then, the buses make a loop first driving North through Tutu and then turning east going over the top of Cassi Hill, down through Smith Bay passing the turn off for Coki Beach and Coral World, past the Wyndham Sugar Bay Resort, Point Pleasant Resort, Sapphire Beach Resort and finally stopping briefly to pick up more passengers at the Ferry Terminal in Red Hook at the very eastern end of St Thomas opposite the Marina Market Grocery Store. ", "This first sentence is incorrect. Like the VIWMA web site. The most obvious mode of transportation for visitors to the island is rental car. Remember, the route follows a figure 8 pattern. The safari doesn't go to those areas. Best to plan on buying a vehicle. Limited time of tour is 2 hours. The biggest thing to remember is a regular taxi and a dollar ride are not the same rate. St. Thomas is not considered a bicycle friendly island due in part to its hilly nature and lack of bike lanes and bike trails. Rates for additional passengers will be negotiated between the taxi operator and passenger(s). The buses will continue through Red Hook passing Eudora Kean High School on the right and bearing to the right after passing the Dominican Fruit Stands and then traveling up Route 32 passing the National Guard Armory on the right. If there is something major going on or stocking up I'll just rent a vehicle for the day I guess. If a day is not enough, consider an overnight trip, or a yacht charter. Safaris only travel in one direction, East to West. We didnt think so. The fare is $1 a person. A solid reference book, it was first published in 1975. Tell prospective and current residents about your business. Open full screen to view more. You may also find the roads and hills are very steep and going up is almost physically impossible, especially on a bicycle. This map was created by a user. Unapproved Look around as you leave so you will know where to get off on your way back. You have to stay the main roads with a sports car and be very careful with speed bumps, unless bottoming out once or twice a day is your idea of a good time. The Dollar bus allows the local population access to and around the island in an affordable manner. Hitchhiking in St. Thomas is at your own risk. Taxi regulations include fixed rates per person, by destination. There are also 23 night bus routes. Its simple and clear design makes it ideal for visitors trying to get around the city. However, in order to get to Yacht Haven from Red Hook you would have to be on a safari planning on turning left onto Rte 30. A big part of planning a vacation to St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands is figuring out how to get around. Public ferry service in St. Thomas is timely and reliable. VITRAN buses are easy to spot. It's in all how you say it. 35th Ave. 39. I'm still a bit confused by the Safaris. Hopefully it's the latter. Travelers can fly to St. Croix, Puerto Rico, the British Virgin Islands, and other Caribbean destinations from St. Thomas. I vaguely recall that the also went to some of the beaches, but can't remember which ones. the airport, downtown Charlotte Amalie, Havensight, Red Hook, Tutu Valley Shopping Area, Magens Bay, Sapphire Beach, Coki Point Beach/Coral World). lol. The safari doesn't generally go by the high school, and fare can be $2. Travel Documents and Passport Requirements, Health Insurance, Business verus Non Profit. Three things to be aware of, VITRAN does not cover the entire St. Thomas island, so check the routes to see if it can work for you. appointment. Um, not quite, Beachcomber. acdnh. I have taken a few that tell me even before I get on that they are "town only" or "country only." I trust you and that's what I meant. (And fork over a wad of cash to do it, no less! While the Montreal Metro will get you in close proximity to the majority the attractions and historic districts in, you may need or even want to take a bus for some of your sightseeing in Montreal. If you plan on travelling to the neighbouring cities that are off the island, they have their own bus system. If youre tempted to rent a sports car, you can do so in St. Thomas as long as you are not staying anywhere with access only by steep hill or unfinished road. There is only one type of safari, but the fare changes once you pass particular areas. These are Avis, Budget, and Hertz. They are generally blue and white, have VITRAN in big letters, and a destination indicator with route number above the windshield. It is a fairly easy walk out to the main road. Walking on St. Thomas, as your main option for getting around, ranks low among the available options. Thanks again - this forum is exceptionally helpful! When it starts getting late, some won't go to town because the drivers live in country and visa versa. You won't find safaris going out to Frenchman's Bay.Sapphire would indeed be a good option as the have to pass the entrance to Sapphire to drop off for the Red Hook Ferry. It is very easy to sprain an ankle, never mind being hit by an oncoming car that is not visible until the last moment. Whether it is a question - Red Hook? Check out the website for more details. Public bus routes on St. John travel through main commercial areas and some residential areas. It's a good idea to tell them where you're going before you get on so you can find out if they're going there. CC Help Jenn Thanks, April Active East End Taxi Service (340) 775-6974, Kelly's Taxi at The Ritz Carlton Hotel (340) 774-0428, Independent Taxi Association (340) 774-0394, Allie's Taxi Stand Veteran's Drive (340) 777-8007. You may also find the roads and hills are very steep and going up is almost physically impossible, especially on a bicycle. Airplanes, seaplanes, and helicopters are available from St. Thomas. Also, the Charlotte Amalie harbor seawall has recently been expanded. So youve chosenSt. Thomas for your Virgin Islands getaway. I don't think they've run every hour for at least 15 years. Is there no way to get a route map for the Vitran buses then??? But TripAdvisor has the bus and safari routes mixed up. Copyright 2002 2023 VInow.com All rights reserved. Country Buses travel between town and Red Hook every hour. Otherwise, riders remain on the taxi and continue on towards Havensite turning right at the Wendy's and then driving into and thruCharlotte Amalie, thenpassing Frenchtown, Crown Bay, the Airport and continuing onward towards the University of the Virgin Islands. Thomas.). There are a total of 196 daytime bus routes serving the island that Montreal is situated on. Dont worry, what they say about what happens in Vegas is also true of St. The "DOLLAR BUS" was born after the island was devastated by hurricane Marilyn. At the next intersection with a four way stop light, the safari buses turns right and returns to the K-mart at the Tutu Park Mall. The dollar ride is a popular choice among island residents that rely on, or prefer to use, public transportation. Unapproved Wow, awesome post Bombi! Forum contains no unread posts We also recommend which bus to take to any attraction beyond a reasonable walking distance from the Metro. The infrastructure in St. Thomas has not, in recent decades, been designed around pedestrians. --looking forward to the . If they had a web site it would be out of date or missing the useful information you are looking for. Maybe somebody else can be of help where the downtown routes are concerned. A map of the route is available here. The City of St. Thomas provides a ConventionalTransit System as well as a ParallelTransit System. Fares run USD1 for trips to distant locations and USD75 cents for city trips. Any person requesting a taxi exclusively for themselves are as follows: Airport to Red Hook: $90 for 1-4 passengers, (5 or more passengers add $15 for each additional person). I won't ride with some of them, so wait for next one(s). Just smile and give them another dollar. Any passenger originating from the ferry dock, Red hook, the marinas or Virgin Islands Ecotours, and wanting to return to Wyndham Sugar Bay, Point Pleasant or Sapphire Beach on the North East Road must disembark at the K-Mart and pay the taxi the $1 and then wait for anothersafari busthat is returning east to "the country" (towards Red Hook). We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. Not Replied He's left the island, though. This topic has been closed to new posts due to inactivity. Inflation has hit, so if you cross over the K-Mart area in Tutu, one is expected to pay $2, but if only the one loop is traversed, then only a single dollar needs to be paid. In reality, a rental is probably the best for traveling around the island if you are staying for a few days, but there are other options as well. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. If youre going from anywhere West of Tutu (Charlotte Amalie, Havensight) to Tutu, it costs a dollar. Learn More, Terms of Use|Contact Us|Privacy Policy. Please check the Moovit app to view bus fares of individual lines. To be clear however it is a pseudo public transportation system, it is run by taxis, but it is not a regular taxi, and it runs a public transportation service, but its not the government public transit system. Kennel Charges: Large Kennel - $30, Small Kennel - $20. The bus fare is $1, and there are discounted fares for seniors and students with ID. This eventually became the public's enterprising way of solving the unsolvable government problem of a dysfunctional public bus system. He was so sought after and crowded that more safari buses continued to follow in his tracks. There is usually only one shop that rents scooters and motorcycles on St. Thomas at any given time. Are either Sapphire Beach or Coki Beach serviced by these trucks? The second and more important caveat is that most of these winding narrow roads do not have sidewalks. Copyright 2002 2023 VInow.com All rights reserved. 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