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We are so excited to share that sea turtles have returned to the Mangrove Lagoon! We have been operating kayaking + snorkeling eco tours out of our protected Mangrove Lagoon on St. Thomas for many, many years. And while we see a lot of wildlife both above and below the water, we haven’t seen sea…

The US Virgin Islands are an incredible destination for nature lovers, offering a stunning array of birdwatching opportunities. Whether you’re an avid birder or just someone who appreciates the beauty of nature, there’s so much to see and learn. We recommend you join us for a guided kayak and/or hiking tour (available on both St….

The upcoming 2024/25 season in the Virgin Islands will be kicking off in just a couple of months. Most of our visitors tend to come starting in November and we can’t wait to welcome you back. As you begin planning your next island escape, here is the current must-see + must-do list for the Virgin…

Planning your next trip to the US Virgin Islands? If you always tend to come during the same time of year, perhaps it might be time to branch out and experience St. Thomas and St. John during a celebratory season. Here are a couple of times of the year where the USVI has something extra…

It’s summer vacation season and if you’re thinking about taking a last minute trip to the Virgin Islands over the next couple of months, we’re here to tell you that that’s an excellent idea! There are so many benefits to traveling to the USVI during this slightly slower time of year (in comparison to the…

The mangrove lagoon on St. Thomas is a complex ecosystem that plays an invaluable role in the health of our island, as a whole. From protecting our shorelines in storms to allowing biodiversity to thrive, our love and respect for the mangroves runs deep. We consider ourselves very fortunate to make our home base in…

When planning your vacation to the USVI, we highly recommend that you incorporate the daily sunset into those plans. While it may seem like one of those things that you can just “play by ear,” take it from us – there are sunsets and there are SUNSETS. With the proper plans in place, you can…

  One of the coolest – and cutest! – creatures to be found in the waters of the US Virgin Islands is the sea turtle. In the USVI, we have three species of sea turtle which can be seen frequently: hawksbill sea turtles, green sea turtles, and loggerhead sea turtles. Sea turtles tend to hang…

The US Virgin Islands of St. Thomas and St. John are an amazing retreat for foodies. If you love to indulge on vacation and try things you can’t get at home, then this is the place for you! While you will find plenty of incredible eateries on shore, it is extra fun (and extra delicious)…

While the US Virgin Islands are known for their incredible hiking opportunities, one hike in particular frequently flies under the radar – and yet it’s one we think should be on the top of everyone’s must-hike list! if you haven’t hiked Cas Cay yet, here are 5 reasons why you should add this remarkable hike…

We at Virgin Islands Ecotours consider ourselves very fortunate to be stewards of the mangrove lagoon on St. Thomas. If you haven’t explored this protected natural space yet, we invite you to join us for a guided tour. No matter how many times you visit, there’s always something new to discover, as nature is constantly…

One of the most fun and memorable ways to spend a day on St. John in the US Virgin Islands is to rent a dinghy for the day. In fact, it’s currently one of the most in-demand activities available for booking on our website. (Hot tip: Keep that in mind and reserve yours as far…