St Thomas Kayak and Sea Turtle Snorkel Excursion

Highlights

  • A local guide shows you the way

  • Pack light: all snorkeling equipment is provided

  • Lunch is included, with vegetarian and gluten-free options available

Summary

Begin your excursion at a central location or with convenient pickup at your hotel or cruise port (pickup and dropoff are at an additional charge). Transfer to the kayak launch point, where you meet your guide and get a short orientation and safety briefing. Groups of six or less per guide provide a great experience for those who like to snorkel in small groups. Get set up with your tandem kayak and snorkeling equipment, then launch into the warm, clear waters. Your guide provides kayaking lessons and coaches you along the way to your destination. When you reach your destination, a pristine beach where the sea turtles like to hang out, sink into a lounge chair and cool off with a refreshing drink. After a short rest, slip on your snorkeling equipment and follow your guide into the water to snorkel and view the turtles as they find their lunch in the seagrass beds. Throughout your kayaking and snorkeling, your guide photographs you and your group. Sit down for lunch at the beach (gluten-free and vegetarian options available), then relax on the beach before paddling back to your starting point. Restrooms are available at your starting and endpoint.

Tour info

Duration
4 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Commentary
Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

Get the chance to snorkel with sea turtles right in the warm waters of the Caribbean Sea on this small-group snorkeling excursion. Take a tandem kayak out to sea (lessons are provided), once you reach the shores, you have time to relax and have a beverage before donning snorkel gear and heading out to see the turtles. Your tour ends with lunch on the beach.

What’s included?

  • A cooler packed with sandwiches, bottled water and beverages.

  • Photos - above and under water

  • Use of kayak and snorkel gear

  • Guided snorkeling and kayaking (lesson included)

  • Gratuity is recommended (15-20%). Automatic 15% gratuity is due in cash for groups of 5 +

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

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 4h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized

Tours size: 2-4 guests Enhanced disinfecting and deep cleaning of all gear, including but not limited to masks and snorkels. Optional: New masks & snorkels are available for purchase Lunch & beverages are served in single use packaging. Guide will wear mask when social distancing isn't possible.

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

St. Thomas Adventure Tours

About operator:

We specialize in small group kayak, snorkel and rock climbing tours. See colorful coral reefs away from crowds. Guaranteed turtle sightings on our turtle snorkel tours. Private tours are also available for small or large groups.

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