Reef and Turtle Adventure - Kayak and Snorkel Tour
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15 Ratings
Charlotte Amalie West
An unforgettable kayak and snorkel experience awaits you on this 5 hour adventure with two snorkel spots. Discover the magic of paddling over clear blue and explore the beauty of the coastlines, a healthy coral reef and sea turtles in their natural habitat. This active, small group tour includes lunch and use of snorkel and kayak gear are included.
Duration:
5 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- St. Thomas Adventure Tours - See schools of fish, sea turtles and unique marine life on this small group kayak and snorkel tour with two snorkel spots. Includes use of all needed gear and a cooler packed with sandwiches, bottled water and beverages.
Snorkel around a healthy and colorful coral reef, enjoy a break for a picnic lunch (included) and snorkel with sea turtles in their natural habitat. One guide per 6 guests allows guests to get the most out of the tour with a guide close by to point out marine life and tell you about our rich history of the Virgin Islands.
All participants must know how to swim, be able to climb on to an off road vehicle, walk on uneven terrain and weigh under 225 lbs. Children 9 and under must kayak with an adult in a double kayak.
Departure times are adjustable. Please call to see if the alternate time you need is available.
Bring $40 in cash for a photo package (above and under water).
What's Included
- Kayak and snorkeling gear provided
- Expert guided kayak and snorkeling tours
- Complimentary lunch and refreshments included
What's Not Included
- Gratuity is not included, but recommended. 20% gratuity is due upon arrival for groups of 5 +
- Pick up and drop off (except at the Emerald Beach Resort).
- Photos (above and underwater $40). Bookings of 5 or more may have two guides ($40 per guide).
Additional Information
- A minimum of 2 guests is required per booking.
- Minimum age is 5 years. All participants must know how to swim, be able to walk on uneven surfaces and climb into a vehicle. Children aged 9 and under must kayak with an adult.
- Not recommended for participants with back/wrist/shoulder problems, heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
- Maximum participant weight for an individual is 225. Maximum weight for 2 participants is 425 pounds.
- Please wear a swimsuit under your cover-up or t-shirt and shorts
- It is recommended to bring sunglasses, a hat (string/band or fitted ball cap to keep secured) and shoes that can get wet
- At time of booking: Provide sweater sizes with gender (small, medium, large, XL, or XL) for each participant
- At time of booking: For children, provide their age and weight
- At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the following information: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time, and re-boarding time
- Parking and entrance to the beach are free
- Gratuity is not included, but recommended. 20% gratuity is due upon arrival 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).
Location
Emerald Beach Resort
Required: Check in 15 mins before start time is required or you will miss the tour and payment will not be refunded.Wait OUTSIDE of the Emerald Beach Hotel lobby. Parking is in the Emerald Beach Resort parking lot and is free of charge during the time you are on the tour.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
5.0
(15 Ratings)
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Nancy_g
Feb 3, 2024
Had a lot of fun - Was a great experience, I liked the calmer bay to see the sea turtles and then the second location was out further and more of a challenge
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Journey635949
Feb 3, 2024
Had a lot of fun - Had a great time, it was a nice change to go from a calm bay to see the sea turtles to the second location where we were able to swim out in the choppier water. Had a lot of fun
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Laura_s
May 15, 2023
Such a wonderful experience! - Conner is an amazing guide and we had a great time! We saw fish, squids, starfish, turtles and much more! The kayak was awesome and our guide was incredibly patient with us (that kept going to the wrong direction!). Absolutely recommended. Thanks again!
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O5569uwmariamm
Aug 21, 2022
Life changing - This is an excellent way to explore the untouched beaches in St. Thomas. Patrick was our tour guide and Man! Was he good! He knew his stuff right from all the flora and fauna on the island to taking us on an off road track with exceptional skills. We had a really fun time and every minute of it was worth it. The reef where Patrick took us was beyond this world.
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Monologuemel1223
Mar 29, 2022
Turtles and Coral Guaranteed! - I was pleasantly surprised by how amazing the snorkeling was in St. Thomas. The reefs took a hit during the hurricane in 2017 but the wildlife is coming back strong. Our guide Patrick was very knowledgeable about the island and walked us through the flora and fauna, always asking what we were interested in to help tailor the tour. We were with just one other couple which made for a fantastic small group experience.
The turtles in Brewer's Bay were friendly and the fish out in the ocean reef were beautiful. We even saw an octopus, sting ray and reef squid. Highly recommend if you want a little more adventurous of a kayak and snorkel tour as the ocean current keeps it interesting.
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Greg
Jan 7, 2022
A great excursion with a great guide - Sven was an amazing guide. Very knowledgeable, friendly, and efficient. The trip was a blast, and very safe (Thanks to Sven) and we reccomended it to any active couple looking for a great adventure. We definitely hope to book this experience again someday.
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Berecpk8
Jan 30, 2021
Great tour - We enjoyed this tour a lot! Sven was a great guide, helpful, very patient and passionate. Would definite recommend to anyone who goes to St Thomas.
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Kimtodd4him
Dec 25, 2020
A MUST DO ST. THOMAS EXCURSION - My family and I loved this sea turtle and kayaking excursion! Our tour guide was Sven, and he was super great! Very nice and knowledgeable! They were extremely good at communicating before and after the excursion which was so great! Our group consisted of me and my two other family members and I really liked the small group experience. It was very engaging and fun, this is for anyone that wants to explore St. Thomas and all that it has to offer! No prior experience is needed. Sven was extremely helpful in instructing our family and we all felt comfortable and safe the entire time! They also take photos of you throughout the excursion! Highly recommend this fun adventure!
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Wanderer561574
Jan 7, 2019
Amazing! MUST DO - This was an amazing tour. Sven was a great guide. Great equipment very knowledgeable. Loved having a small tour. They took amazing pictures of our day, provided lunch, everything we would need. They also had great communication with us. Thank you for an amazing day. I would HIGHLY recommend this adventure to everyone.
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Nena
Oct 24, 2018
Girls Trip Must!! - If you are visiting St Thomas this tour is a must! I have booked many tour activities around the world while traveling and this was absolutely one of my most favorites! The Picnic lunch was delicious. The locations we visited were incredible!!! Our tour guide Sven was so patient with teaching the skills we needed and knowledgeable about the species of wild life he showed us, also he was very eco conscious and is about protecting the animals he showed us as well as the habitats they live in- which is so important so we can enjoy for many years to come! Also this tour is well worth the money spent! We saw So many types of fish, turtles, birds and rays and by the end of the trip we came out of the water completely happy and tired! I would recommend this tour to anyone that loves the oceans and loves adventures no matter their level of experience with snorkeling and kayaking and for sure I will be back and booking this tour again in the near future!
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