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St. Thomas Mangrove Lagoon Kayak and Snorkel Tour

Kayak through the beautiful mangroves and spot wildlife underwater in this St. Thomas kayak and snorkel tour! Keep your eyes out for sea birds and marine life, then enjoy a snorkel in a shallow mangrove lagoon habitat.

★★★★★ 4.9 / 5 Based on over 5,000 Reviews  Award-Winning Service

Tour Details

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Location

St. Thomas’ Cas Cay Mangrove Lagoon Marine Reserve & Wildlife Sanctuary

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Activities

Kayak and snorkel

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Availability

Mornings and afternoons daily

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Duration

2.5 hours

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Highlights

  • Serene Mangrove Paddling:  Experience the tranquility of paddling through calm mangrove waterways, where you can immerse yourself in the beauty of untouched nature while learning about the local ecosystem.
  • Close-Up Encounters with Marine Life:  Discover vibrant underwater worlds with snorkeling sessions that showcase sea turtles, reef fish, and even nurse sharks, offering a magical connection with marine life in protected waters.
  • Expert Guided Adventure:  Benefit from knowledgeable and friendly guides who provide fascinating insights about the mangrove ecosystem, ensuring a safe, educational, and engaging experience for all participants.
  • Fun and Unique Experiences:  Enjoy memorable moments like hermit crab races, personalized tour pacing, and surprise sightings of exotic wildlife, creating one-of-a-kind adventures for families and friends.

What to Bring

We kindly ask our guests to bring along the following items for their tour, so they can have as much fun as possible:

  • Bathing suit & towel
  • Clothing that can get wet, hat, sunglasses, etc. for sun protection
  • Footwear that can get wet (water shoes or sandals). Strap around the heel recommended
  • Gratuity for your guides
  • A great attitude to have the best experience of your holiday

What's included

  • Snorkel and mask
  • Easy to paddle sit-on-top ocean kayak with backrest and paddle
  • Life jackets
  • Bottled water
  • Full safety briefing
  • Kayaking/paddling & snorkeling instruction
  • Free lockers

Additional Details

  • If you choose the taxi pickup option, your taxi will arrive 30 minutes before your tour begins
  • Dressing rooms & restrooms available
  • Please note that we do not use fins in the mangrove lagoon as they can damage the delicate ecosystem

Reviews

5.0

★★★★★

Based on over 5,000 reviews

RhWeekley

We had such a great time on this kayak and snorkel adventure. We got great info on the mangroves, our guide gave us up-close encounters with several different sea creatures, and we got a great first snorkeling experience for our two young girls (8 & 10). Our guide, Connor, was flat-out spectacular. ★★★★★

Anonymous

Our guides Kevin, Connor, and Akeem were extremely helpful with getting everyone into their kayaks and out on the water. Their knowledge was great, and the stories they told made for a fantastic kayak and snorkel tour. ★★★★★

Andrea I.

Our family likes to nerd out with facts, and Jvante was full of great info for us to learn all about the island and its ecosystem. I was having some anxiety about snorkeling as I am not a great swimmer. I wore my life jacket the whole time I snorkeled and was able to see quite a lot and had no anxiety once we got going. ★★★★★

Grant S.

We saw lobsters, lionfish, an upside-down jellyfish, barracuda, and even a reef shark. Slim was an awesome guide, pointing out lots of marine life along the way. It was an awesome experience. ★★★★★

Davion B.

Had an amazing time! The views were great, all the staff were very friendly, and it was worth every penny. ★★★★★

Seaside

Kyrell was an awesome guide for our party of three athletic ladies in their sixties. He guided us through the mangroves and to the beach while pointing out wildlife and the background of the grove. Highly recommend this tour if you want personal attention. ★★★★★

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What will we see on the tour?

    On our St. Thomas Mangrove Lagoon tours, you will kayak among the many small islands of the unique Inner Mangrove Lagoon. You may see a variety of birds such as brown pelicans, blue herons, night herons, egrets, yellow warblers and hummingbirds. While snorkeling you may see spotted eagle rays, turtles, pufferfish, octopus, lobster, stingrays, parrotfish and much more!

  • Are there any threatening sea creatures in the waters of your tours?

    Consider yourself lucky if you are fortunate enough to see a baby shark or barracuda. For the most part they are more afraid of you than you are of them.

  • I can’t swim. Can I still do your tour?

    Yes! All guests wear life jackets, so you’re guaranteed to float. Relax, kick gently, and you’ll see lots of sea life during the snorkel portion of your tour.

  • I’m not an experienced snorkeler, can I still go?

    Yes! We offer full snorkeling instruction. We also require that every person on the tour wear a life jacket during the kayaking and snorkeling portions of the tour.

  • I’ve never been kayaking before, can I still go?

    Yes! We offer full kayaking instruction before the tour begins. It’s perfect for children, adults, and seniors. Beginners are welcomed!

  • Can my toddlers go on your tours?

    Absolutely! As long as they weigh a minimum of 30 pounds, we can provide them with life jackets. If your child weighs less than that, you will have to bring a suitably sized life jacket for your child to wear.

  • What is your cancellation policy?

    Your payment is 100% refundable until 24 hours before the date and time your tour is due to depart. If you cancel your booking with less than 24 hours notice or fail to show up for your tour, then the full cost of the tour will not be refunded.

  • Do you offer private tours?

    Yes! Please contact us directly for private tour reservations and group rates. You can email us from our contact page or call our toll free line (340) 779-2155.

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★★★★★ 4.9 (+5,000)

Adult
Ages 13+ 		$89
Child
Ages 7 - 12 		$59

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A portion of the proceeds supports sea turtle conservation.