Beef Island Exploration: Mangrove Lagoon Paddle Tour in British Virgin Islands

Embark on a thrilling Mangrove Lagoon Paddle Tour in Beef Island, British Virgin Islands. Explore untouched mangrove forests, encounter marine life, and immerse yourself in the pristine BVI ecosystem.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Route 2 - Enjoy paddling in a kayak with a partner or on a paddleboard if you have prior experience. The journey will take you along the reef and into the lagoon at the downwind end, before heading back upwind, sheltered by the mangrove trees. In the lagoon, explore various serene corners, observe the local wildlife, and appreciate the…
What's Included
  • Equipment
  • Local guide
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Transportation to/from attractions
Additional Information

Experience a tranquil paddle safari, either by kayak or SUP (Stand-Up Paddleboard), through a pristine mangrove lagoon located on Beef Island, Tortola, in the British Virgin Islands. Perfect for a brief outing in the BVI, this tour is conducted in small groups under local guidance. These mangrove forests are often referred to as ‘the nurseries of the…

Location
Tortola Cruise Ship Pier
De Castro Street
MEETING POINT IS FOR CRUISE SHIP GUESTS ONLY. Other guests please send details of where you’re coming from & directions will be sent on Viator. CRUISE GUESTS: Meet at the Tourist Board booth on the left as you leave the dock. Transport to the launch site may be in our vehicle (max 6) or in a taxi.
Cancellation Policy

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

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Sanni_m
Nov 12, 2025
A Truly Memorable Experience with Alex - Our tour with Alex was one of the highlights of our trip to Tortola. He is incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and clearly passionate about the mangroves and marine life that make this area so special. You can tell he’s lived here all his life and genuinely loves sharing that knowledge with others. When we accidentally tipped our kayak and lost a pair of sunglasses, Alex went above and beyond by going back later to find them and is even helping us arrange shipping. That kind of care and dedication is rare. We’re so thankful for the experience and highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Tortola.
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Brianartica
Nov 4, 2025
Mangrove with wildlife - An awesome, unique experience.Good exercise, and great discussion and tour. Taught us a lot about the area. Tour was on time, taking cruise time into consideration
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Katie_f
Oct 20, 2025
Family friendly, educational and engaging - Alex is a fantastic tour guide. He is so knowledgeable about the area and its history and ecology. He kept things engaging throughout. Alex went so far as to backtrack and help me find my phone and ID that I had left near the beach after the excursion and was super patient throughout. Definitely recommended!
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Ahinds24
Sep 25, 2025
Amazing Guide! - We had a great time paddling through the mangrove forest. One of the individuals in our party had trouble using a kayak due to mobility issues (legs unable to bend enough to use a kayak) and had to be taken to a small island to wait for us to return. The guide was so helpful and patient as different options were discussed and accommodations attempted. Please be sure that you will be able to use a kayak before booking.
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V4086inantonl
Sep 13, 2025
Beautiful tour through the mangroves - What a fantastic adventure! Our tourguide Woo was fantastic with tons of info about the area both historically and biologically. This experience was a highlight for our trip and I can't recommend GroundSea Adventures enough!
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Jrosefaulkner17
Aug 5, 2025
Beautiful scenery and experienced guide! - We had a wonderful time on this kayak tour through the mangroves in Tortola. It was so peaceful and serene kayaking through the groves and seeing ocean wildlife. Our guide was fantastic, born and raised on the island, and incredibly knowledgeable. He cares deeply about this place and is focused on its conservation. It was a highlight of our trip!
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Bridget_i
Jul 29, 2025
Best kayak experience - Amazing kayak experience. Our guide was educational & fun. One of the best experiences we’ve had kayaking. We did this excursion as part of our cruise stop. We were so happy the times were able to be changed to accommodate our times in port. Would definitely recommend!
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Mark_c
Jul 27, 2025
Well worth it! - Immersive and educational. Moderate activity levels needed. Alex, our guide, is a fountain of knowledge, both local and worldly. A great experience. I highly recommend this tour.
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Vacation32677497392
Jul 17, 2025
- Alex knew so much about the mangroves and was able to give us some of the island history behind them. He was kind, knowledgeable, and very informative. We saw a lot. He even took us through some tight areas which was very interesting. My 2 adult girls and I loved the tour.
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Steven_s
Jul 13, 2025
Great experience - Kayaking through mangroves, learning about the ecosystem and history of the island. Alex was a fantastic and knowledgeable guide!
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From $105
up to 12 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).