St Thomas Sea Turtle Snorkel Kayak Adventure Tour

5.0 ★ · 63 reviews · from USD139

Don't miss this unique small group kayak and snorkel tour! Avoid crowded tours on this half-day excursion. Snorkel in protected, calm waters with a guide where you are guaranteed to encounter multiple sea turtles. This 4-hour guided tour includes lunch, use of all gear needed and bottled water.

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What Travelers Say5.0 ★ · 63 reviews

Small-group kayak, snorkel, and nature tour to Water Island, most often guided by Sven or Michelle, a husband-and-wife team also joined by Justin and Connor.
Guides consistently locate multiple sea turtles per trip along with rays, octopus, and colorful fish, and share deep knowledge of local plants and island history.
A beach lunch is included, and guides take underwater photos of guests with the marine life that are shared afterward.
A couple of reviewers had kayaking cut short or adjusted due to rough water or a nervous group member, with guides offering partial refunds or alternatives to compensate.
Reviewers overwhelmingly call this one of the best and most personal excursions on the island, praising the guides' warmth and expertise.

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What's Included

✓ A cooler packed with sandwiches, cookies and bottled water

✓ Use of all needed equipment including snorkel and mask

✓ Professional guide for guided snorkleing and kayaking

✕ Gratuities (suggested 15-20%) Automatic 20% gratuity is due in cash for groups of 5 or more

✕ Pick up and drop off (except from Emerald Beach Resort - no pick up from other hotels is offered)

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

Itinerary

4 hrs

Experience the best of the Caribbean as you go swimming with sea turtles in a calm, protected bay and take a break at a beautiful white-sandy beach. This 4-hour guided small group tour includes use of all needed gear and instruction and a cooler packed with sandwiches, bottled water and beverages. Your guide will take you to a bay abundant in sea turtles for a guided snorkel and lunch overlooking a beautiful beach. Guides take out small groups, so you will not snorkel in a crowded area. This tour is limited to 6 guests. Guests are guaranteed to see multiple sea turtles on every tour! Your guide will be in the water with you, taking photos (included) and giving knowledge about the marine life you will see. All must be 5 or older and know how to swim, weigh 225 or less, be able to climb into an off road vehicle and walk on uneven terrain. Children under 9 must kayak with an adult in a double. Pick up and drop off is only from Emerald Beach Resort.

Meeting Point

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.

Good to Know

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
A minimum of 2 guests is required per booking. T
At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time and cell phone number.
Not recommended for participants with back/wrist/shoulder problems (kayakers), heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
Minimum age: 5 years old. Children must be accompanied by adult.
Children under 9 years old must kayak with an adult. : Maximum participant weight for an individual is 225 pounds. Maximum weight for for tandem (double kayak) is 425 pounds (total for both participants).
Please note that 20% gratuity is due on the day of the tour in cash for groups of 5 or more
All participants must know how to swim, be able to walk on uneven surfaces and climb in and out of a vehicle. . Maximum participant weight for an individual is 225. Maximum weight for for tandem (double kayak) is 425 pounds (total for both participants).
At the time of booking, all participants must provide: Adults: Sweater size with gender Children: Age, gender and weight
At the time of booking, all participants must provide: Sandwich choice: Turkey, ham or salami and which toppings you would like on each sandwich: Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Mayo, Mustard, Butter. Let us know if you are vegan/vegetarian or have any dietary restrictions).
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.