SNORKELLING · SNORKELING AND KAYAKING TRIPS IN THE US VIRGIN ISLANDS
Good snorkeling and kayaking trips in the US Virgin Islands fill up in high season and the small boats go first. Below: the 4 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Paddle through St. Thomas’s red-mangrove lagoon, hike Cas Cay’s sandy trail to tidal pools and a blowhole, then snorkel in a coral-fringed nursery. Guides such as Marcus, Swish, Dana, and Chase add island facts and humor. Equipment, snacks, water, lockers, and instruction are included.
“We had a great time kayaking, hiking and snorkeling as Cas Cay on our last morning in St. Thomas! Thanks!”
Spend about 2.5 hours kayaking through St. Thomas’ Mangrove Lagoon, snorkeling around coral-fringed roots, and watching for stingrays, spotted rays, fish, jellyfish, lobsters, octopus, and hermit crabs. Guides such as Brooke, Kaz, Pat, Slim, and Te’Quan add natural and local context. A Cas Cay hike may extend the outing.
“We had a great time on this excursion. We were worried about the weather, but it ended up being a great day. Lenny was a great guide for our trip.”
Spend about five hours kayaking through St Thomas’s Mangrove Lagoon, hiking across Cas Cay to a volcanic blowhole, and snorkeling among reefs and sea life. Guides such as Dana, Swish, and Freddie add local nature and island knowledge. Lunch, water, kayaks, and snorkel gear are included, with pickup available if selected.
“Chrissy and Kyrell were amazing tour guides! Very fun and knowledgeable during our 5 hour trip with them. It was great to get some exercise while getting to see all the plants and wildlife that the mangroves have to offer.”
Spend about four hours kayaking and snorkeling in a calm St. Thomas bay where green sea turtles feed on seagrass. Guides such as Sven, Michelle, Connor, and Justin lead groups of up to six, provide gear and lunch, and share island and marine-life facts. You’ll meet at Emerald Beach Resort at 10 a.m.; transport is not included elsewhere.
“I had a great time on my first island shore excursion. The tour guide was very friendly and gave a great tour. I definitely had a lot of fun and we saw lots of turtles in this location. The included lunch was also very good. I would definitely recommend this to other people.”
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