Coral Reef and Turtle Discovery Kayak and Snorkel Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

5 hours

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See all the highlights of St. Thomas on this incredible 5 hour guided kayak and snorkel adventure. Enjoy 360 degree views of paradise while kayaking over crystal clear water. Small group tour taking you to our favorite secret snorkel spots - a a beautiful coral reef and a bay where you will swim with sea turtles (guaranteed to see turtles) . A cooler with bottled water, sandwiches and a snack are included. All needed gear is provided. Small groups of two to six guests per guide.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Transportation is from Emerald Beach Resort

A minimum of 2 guests is required per booking.

Minimum age is 5 years old. Children under 9 must kayak with an adult. All participants must know how to swim, be able to walk on uneven surfaces and be able to climb into an off road vehicle.

Maximum participant weight for an individual is 225 lbs.

Maximum weight for for tandem (double kayak) is 425 pounds (total for both participants)

Not recommended for participants with back/wrist/shoulder problems, heart complaints or other serious medical conditions

At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time

At the time of booking, hotel guests must provide the name and address of their hotel

Please note that 20% gratuity is due on the day of the tour in cash for groups of 5 or more

Bring cash if you want to purchase a photo package (above and underwater $40). Bookings of 5 or more may have two guides ($40 per guide).

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

A cooler packed with sandwiches, cookies and bottled water

Guided snorkeling and kayaking

Instruction and use of kayak and snorkel gear

Gratuity is not included, but recommended. Automatic 20% gratuity is due in cash for groups of 5 +

Pick up and drop off (except at Emerald Beach Resort).

Photos (above and underwater $40). Bookings of 5 or more may have two guides ($40 per guide).

What To Expect

Set out for incredible adventure and experience the highlights of the Caribbean. A perfect trip for those who like to be active, enjoy nature and want to get away from the crowds! This tours is a small group to ensure an incredible experience! Includes use of kayak and snorkel gear, sandwiches, a snack, bottled water and guided kayaking and snorkeling. No kayak or snorkel experience needed! Enjoy the spectacular views of rock formations and an opportunity learn about the geologic past of St. Thomas. Your guide will tell you about the native wildlife and Caribbean culture during your tour. Kayaking and snorkeling is guided. You'll be provided with snorkel gear and a lesson. You will snorkel over a colorful reef along with your guide who will be spotting interesting marine life. The other snorkel spot will be a sea turtle habitat, where your guide will take you swimming with sea turtles. You are guaranteed to see turtles. Your guide will provide a cooler with sandwiches and bottled water (included) for your break. A photo package is available for $40.

Options

9:15 am Tour with Lunch

9:15 am Kayak Tour with Lunch

Reviews

5.00

11 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Kayak and Snorkeling
samcC5874XZ,
Dec 28, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was great. Our guide Sven was awesome and very knowledgeable about the wildlife and overall islands themselves. The trip was a great time. Does anyone have a timeframe on how long it took them to get photos? Sven mentioned they would be sent by the following night and we still have not yet received them. Not sure if it is a mixup or we just need to wait a bit longer. Overall, the snorkeling was the best I’ve ever done and the kayak was a good workout if you paddled hard but also relaxing.
Amazing! Highly recommend!!
Kara F,
Mar 26, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Conner was such an amazing guide! He shared his knowledge about the island and marine life and took extra time to make sure we were getting the most out of the experience. Would highly recommend to anyone coming to the island. It’s a great way to explore, exercise, and get a personalized excursion that you will remember for years to come. PS- Seth says if Conner or Sven ever would offer private spear fishing excursion, let us know! Best excursion ever!
AMAZING CUSTOMER SERVICE!
Efw1017,
Feb 7, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Sadly due to weather our tour was cancelled. With our having to ask they issued a full refund. The person behind the phone was amazing! I never got a name but since we couldn’t do their tour they sent me a list of other activities that was available. AMAZING CUSTOMER SERVICE! You don’t see that kind of service everyday. We will be booking with them again next time we are in the are!
Learned so much!
Sally M,
Jul 9, 2022
- Review from Viator
5.00
What an amazing experience learning about the plants, trees, sea life & eco life around the island. We saw lots of sea turtles, fish, coral, and a barracuda. Sven is very knowledgeable & patient and takes amazing pictures so you can just enjoy the snorkeling. He is right there to answer all your questions & was able to spot so much marine life and then pointed out to us quickly so we could see it too. Pick up and drop off went smoothly, Sven very professional and friendly. We enjoyed our excursion immensely!
Great experience
490jrt,
Sep 26, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My wife and I had a great experience ,Sven is very knowledgeable about the island and different fruit trees surrounding the beaches. He took us where there were several sea turtles. They came very close too us. Also very skilled in the water we felt extremely safe having him around. He provided tips and tricks to make the snorkeling experience great. One of the best experiences we had on the island. Thank you so much Sven.
Small group, awesome discovery
Eric M,
Dec 10, 2020
- Review from Viator
5.00
Excursion was fun and very informative. Sven took the time to explain an was very knowledgeable of the area. Loved the non-commercial and more one on one experience. Well worth the money and the time. I definitively recommend this excursion.
Great excursion and water adventure
shirleen g,
Oct 6, 2020
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our tour guide was exceptional , we were able to see the sea turtle up close , and he took pictures also. Then, we were able to sew not only turtles , big fish, and huge stingray. I would highly recommend him.
We booked this directly instead of a...
Mari G,
Feb 15, 2018
- Review from Viator
5.00
We booked this directly instead of a cruise shore excursion and we had a wonderful time. Contacted by text messaging, it was easy to get picked up right by the pier and taken to our kayaks. Only another couple in our group for an intimate experience. Delicious lunch provided too! Highly recommend!
Sven was awesome and so...
Andi B,
Jun 19, 2016
- Review from Viator
5.00
Sven was awesome and so knowledgeable! Very personalized tour, he showed us exactly what we wanted to see. Very good value.
This excursion was probably the...
Bethany T,
Oct 25, 2015
- Review from Viator
5.00
This excursion was probably the favorite part of our whole vacation. I have done a lot of snorkeling excursions but never with sea turtles. Sven was very knowledgable about the island and all of the underwater life we were seeing. He also had an underwater camera and took photos throughout the entire excursion. The food at honeymoon beach was surprisingly delicious and the portions were huge! I would do this excursion again if we ever come back to visit!