Overview
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1 hour 15 minutes
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An Unforgettable Underwater Journey
Join us at Turtle Cove Beach, right by the iconic Frederiksted Pier, where the Caribbean’s magic comes alive. Wade into shallow, glassy waters (5-15 feet deep) and discover why St. Croix is a snorkeler’s paradise. Here’s what awaits:
Majestic Sea Turtles: Swim alongside 5-10 Hawksbill and Green Sea Turtles, their intricate shells glowing as they munch seagrass or glide to the surface. It’s a serene, almost magical connection with these gentle giants.
Vivid Coral Reefs: Marvel at brain, elkhorn, and fan corals bursting with pinks, purples, and oranges, forming underwater gardens teeming with life.
Colorful Marine Life: Watch schools of blue tangs, parrotfish, and sergeant majors dart through the water, joined by stingrays, curious octopuses, barracuda, and even the occasional eagle ray. Under the pier, spot tarpon, juvenile fish, and hidden treasures like sea stars or conch.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Frederiksted
Embark on an enchanting adventure right from the shores of Frederiksted, St. Croix's vibrant west end, where the turquoise Caribbean Sea meets colorful coral gardens and playful sea turtles. Our guided snorkel tour is designed for all ages and skill levels—whether you're a first-time snorkeler or a seasoned explorer—offering a safe, immersive way to connect with the island's thriving underwater world. With small group sizes (max 6-8 participants) and expert local guides, you'll feel right at home in this gentle, shore-entry experience that lasts about 1.5-2 hours. No boat needed—just wade in and let the magic unfold.
Options
Sea Turtle Snorkel Tour
What‘s Included
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
26 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
We absolutely LOVED this...
Elizabeth J,Jun 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We absolutely LOVED this experience! Our guide Angela was wonderful. She started off the tour by ensuring that everyone had snorkeling equipment that they were comfortable with, and brought extras in case people needed to switch once we were in the water. After a short walk to our entry point we put on our gear and got started. Angela did a great job of keeping our group (of various comfort/skill levels) together, and she highlighted lots of different animals and points of interest along our route. She also gave us good recommendations for other activities on the island after we wrapped up. If you’re looking for a snorkeling experience that is close to the cruise port, we can’t recommend this one enough!
Honeymoon Snorkel
Alice B,Jun 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00My Husband and I booked this tour while we were visiting the island for our honeymoon. We can say that it was absolutely amazing! We are grateful for both of our tour guides as they did well explaining everything from equipment to the sea life we were about to see. They made sure everyone was always okay and if they did need help, they were quick to get the solution! My husband and I have never snorkeled before and can say this is a great first time experience! We will be back when we visit the island in the future! Thank you for making our Honeymoon just a bit more special!
Great!
188davidan,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Morgan, our guide, was very knowledgeable and did a great job making sure everyone felt safe and got to see the sea life!
The excursion was...
Nelsonya B,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The excursion was EVERYTHING! Our guide was amazing! She was patient, understanding and took it very slow with us first timers! She was even our photographer and captured great pictures of the snorkel! This was a graduation / birthday trip for my son and brother! They both enjoyed the excursions very much they were able to see several different animals. It was something that they checked off their bucket list together as nephew and uncle for their birthdays! Highly recommend! 10 out of 10!
Really friendly team....
Rebecca S,Jun 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Really friendly team. Well organised and quality equipment. Morgan was our guide who was really helpful every step of the way.
Turtles and easy to get in water!
Jamie C,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Tour guide was great! I LOVE how you can get off your cruise ship and where you enter the water is right there. The only downside is I wish we would have had more time to hang with all the turtles we saw. It was great!
Easy going swim
Wendy H,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Water was warm and calm. We saw a few turtles, was hoping for more, but we did get a chance to see different types of fish. Staff was great, they made sure the group stayed together.
Love this experience!
Caroline S,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a wonderful experience. We had a friend who had never snorlkeled before and the ladies were very attentive to the group and made sure we saw alot of sea life.
Good, short tour to see turtles!
Linda R,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very easy to get to at end of dock. Saw two turtles and a ray. Our tour guide was very friendly and helpful.
Great host. She was...
Shali I,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Great host. She was wonderful. Snorkeling was okay, little hard for kids and didn’t see much. Revoked life jackets for the kids.
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