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The Ghosts of Piracy Past - Tropical Treasure Hunt

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St Thomas, US Virgin Islands
  • 4 to 5 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Get spooked with this private evening adventure. Dig for buried treasure among the ghosts of pirates past with this private treasure hunt. Armed with lanterns and tools, a guide will lead your group on kayaks through the mangroves of St Thomas to look for clues. Visit Bluebeard's Tower and learn about the area's history and culture while admiring panoramic views from the top of the tower.
  • Alcoholic beverages and water are supplied
  • Tropical Treasure Adventure Pack is included
  • Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • Costume provided to get everyone in the spirit

What's Included

  • Alcoholic Beverages
    Enjoy one locally brewed craft beer or equal value drink.
  • Bottled water
  • Use our Tropical Treasure Hunt adventure pack which includes tools to assist with solving clues during the adventure.
  • Tropical Treasure Hunt Map. Clients have the opportunity to take home our trademark map for memories
  • Snacks
    Clients will enjoy an appetizer at the end of the experience. Snacks such as fruit snacks and oatmeal bars are included. Please eat dinner ahead of time.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Pirate gear including hats and eye patches to get in the spirit are included.
  • Dinner
    Dinner is not included with the experience.
  • Use of Snorkeling equipment
    Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Bug spray. On the mangroves there can be mosquitoes and other insects. Please plan accordingly.
  • A treasure (gift) is not included at the conclusion.
  • Towels will not be provided. You will get wet on the kayak excursion and will need a towel.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Bluebeard's Castle
    1331 Estate Taarneberg, St. Thomas, Bluebeard Loop, Charlotte Amalie, St Thomas 00802, USVI

    We meet in front of the historic Bluebeards Castle. It is located at the top of Bluebeards Castle Resort which can be found on Google maps. There is a parking lot right below the castle where you can park throughout the evening. You will be returned to this spot at the end of the experience.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.5:00 pm

Itinerary

1

Virgin Islands Ecotours - St. Thomas

1 hour 30 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

2

Bluebeard's Tower

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

3

Havensight

45 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

4

St. Thomas

1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • 18 & Up - Kayaking required
  • Although you will not have to swim, you will be tandem kayaking for approximately 40 minutes round-trip.
  • The Ghosts of Piracy Past is designed to be a spooky and immersive experience. It will be dark, and at one point during the experience you will be in tight quarters in a wooded outdoor area. Strobe lights and other disorienting props may be used. Live actors may spook you in various ways but will not touch your person or belongings.
  • If you are afraid of heights the sky ride is 700 feet above sea level. You may sit out during that portion of the treasure hunt.
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0
based on 32 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

From $199.00

per person

up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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