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Kayak and Snorkel Adventure - A unique, guided multi-eco experience awaits you! KAYAK the picturesque Mangrove Sanctuary. EXPLORE a deserted island, mangrove forests, breathtaking views, cliffs and spectacular blow hole! SNORKEL clear protected waters. Award-winning guides identify marine life and interpret the diverse ecosystem. All gear supplied.
OUR TOURS
Activity Name: Cas Cay Kayak & Snorkel 2 1/2 hour Adventure, Mangrove Lagoon, St Thomas
Price: 69.00
Description: Snorkel lovers enjoy this water-focused tour of the Mangrove Lagoon. Nature guides kayak with you through the protected Inner Lagoon Marine Preserve as you pass in between the many beautiful manglar islands that are made up of red mangroves. Many birds nest in the trees, such as the endangered brown pelican, blue herons, night herons, egrets, yellow warblers, hummingbirds and many more. Juvenile fish hide among the many roots of the red mangrove trees. Paddlers glide in clear shallow water and often see southern sting rays and spotted eagle rays gliding beneath them with an occasional show of one jumping into the air. Arrive at the southernmost tip of St. Thomas where a fringing coral and shell rubble barrier reef divide the crystal clear waters of the lagoon and the Caribbean Sea. Snorkel a coral-fringed mangrove nursery with an easy snorkel, perfect for beginners, in the clear protected waters. Guides offer snorkeling instruction, point out the marine life and interpret the diverse mangrove ecosystem
Activity Name: Cas Cay Kayak & Snorkel 3 hour Adventure, St Thomas, Mangrove Lagoon
Price: 79.00
Description: This is a unique, multi-eco experience that awaits you in St Thomas' unique Mangrove Lagoon Wildlife Sanctuary & Marine Reserve.
Kayak among the many small islands of the protected Mangrove Lagoon. At Cas Cay, enjoy a hermit crab race and a hike to tidal pools, volcanic cliffs and a rare geologic blowhole. Snorkel with an easy beach entry into calm clear and shallow waters and see colorful marine life. Experienced Nature Guides. Fun for the Entire Family. Award winning tour. No Experience Necessary. Two person easy to paddle sit-on-top kayaks.
Kayak among the many small islands of the protected Mangrove Lagoon. Learn why the Mangrove Ecosystem plays a crucial role in protecting healthy offshore coral reefs and local bird and reef fish populations. At Cas Cay, enjoy a hermit crab race and a hike to tidal pools, volcanic cliffs and visit the scenic photo opportunity of the rare geologic blow hole. Hike the pristine, deserted 15 acre island of Cas Cay, which is a part of the Virgin Islands Park System. Enjoy the many breathtaking views from the coral and shell laden beaches. Snorkel a coral-fringed mangrove nursery with an easy beach entry in the clear protected waters.
Guides offer snorkeling instruction, point out the marine life and interpret the diverse mangrove ecosystem.
Activity Name: Cas Cay Kayak, Hike & Snorkel 5 hour Adventure with lunch, St Thomas, Mangrove Lagoon
Price: 139.00
Description: This is your chance to experience a favorite five hour unique, multi-eco trip in St. Thomas' Inner Mangrove Lagoon Sanctuary and the Island of Cas Cay. You begin by kayaking among the many small islands of the Mangrove Lagoon to Long Point and Patricia Cay.
Enjoy breathtaking scenic views from the coral rubble barrier reef which divides Long Point, the southernmost tip of St. Thomas from the deserted island of Patricia Cay. Here you will find multitudes of coral and shells, as well as interesting marine life including bristle stars, sea urchins, chitons and perhaps an octopus in very shallow, clear waters. From this tranquil setting, enjoy a ten minute paddle through romantic mangrove alleyways looking out for nesting pelicans and eagle rays swimming in the shallow waters below. Be sure to paddle slowly as you pass over the several shipwrecks en route to Cas Cay.
Upon arriving at the wildlife sanctuary of Cas Cay, a deserted tropical island consisting of 15 acres of mangrove forest to the south and volcanic cliffs to the north, enjoy a hermit crab race. You will learn about the importance of the mangrove eco-system, and how to identify the various tropical plants and their edible and medicinal uses. Then, enjoy a fifteen minute leisurely stroll along a scenic coral and shell rubble beach. Once reaching the south side of Cas Cay, explore the incredible boulders flanked with beautiful volcanic cliffs, and home to the famous Red Point Blow Hole. This spot is the chosen place to have a picnic lunch from a local market with your guide.
Hike the pristine, deserted 15 acre island of Cas Cay, which is a part of the Virgin Islands Park System. Enjoy the many breathtaking views from the coral and shell laden beaches. Snorkel a coral-fringed mangrove nursery with an easy beach entry in the clear protected waters. After lunch, while snorkeling, you will continue to explore the waters around Cas Cay. Your guides will lead you on a 45 minute tour through a shallow marine habitat. Explore the sea grass and mangrove nursery habitats in calm, warm and shallow waters teeming with colorful and abundant sea life. Complete your day by kayaking through the mangroves back to the marina. Guides offer snorkeling instruction, point out the marine life and interpret the diverse mangrove ecosystem.
Activity Name: Historic Hassel Island - Kayak, Hike and Snorkel National Park, 3 hour Adventure
Price: 89.00
Description: After a brief kayaking and safety lesson, you'll board your colorful two-person easy to paddle, sit-on-top kayak, and begin your adventure to the Historic Hassel Island, part of Virgin Islands National Park. A ten-minute paddle brings you to the Creque Marine Railway, the world's oldest surviving marine rail & slipway. It is currently undergoing a million dollar face lift renovation and offers many interpretive signs with historic photos, illustrations and information. Learn about the history and significance of this unique historical site from your Professional Guide.
Depending upon your interests and the weather conditions, your guide will show you other historical sites from a collection of many before paddling over to a protected cove inside the National Park. There you will be able to relax in the shade, cool off with a swim at the beach or snorkel over a coral reef. Your guide will snorkel with you and identify and explain to you about the colorful marine life. Your adventure concludes with a ten-minute paddle back to the marina.
After your tour, if you have time, we recommend that you venture across the street and visit the neighborhood supported Historical Frenchtown Museum where you will be able to see many cultural items collected and presented by our residents of French ancestry who have been here for 500 years.
Activity Name: Historic Hassel Island - Kayak, Hike & Snorkel 5 hours Adventure with lunch
Price: 149.00
Description: History buffs enjoy exploring Britain's oldest and most intact Naval Forts on US Soil and the world's most intact historic steam-powered marine railway in the world. Cool off at a beach and enjoy snorkeling with your guide. This tour leaves from Virgin Islands Ecotours' Frenchtown Marina location in Charlotte Amalie’s Harbor. Kayakers paddle twenty minutes to Fort Willoughby overlooking the entrance of the majestic harbor. Paddle past Danish and British Colonial ruins and Careening Cove. A brief hike brings you to Fort Willoughby and the Garrison House, Britain's most intact Naval Fort on US Soil from the Napoleonic era, which is currently being considered as a UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE. Paddle to the historic Creque Marine Railway which is undergoing a multimillion dollar renovation by the Virgin Islands Park Service. The tour concludes with a visit to Garden Beach allowing you to to relax in the shade, cool off with a dip in the beach or enjoy a guided snorkel along a coral reef. You will enjoy your picnic lunch at a scenic spot along the way. Depending upon weather conditions or guest preferences, a hike up to explore the British Naval Fort Shipley, 130', may be substituted for the paddle to Fort Willoughby. The hike is rugged and pants and closed shoes are strongly recommended. A picnic lunch is included with the 5 hour tour.
Activity Name: Caneel Bay, St John Kayak, Hike & Snorkel 5 hour Adventure with lunch
Price: 149.00
Description: Enjoy a full day of fun with a picnic lunch exploring beautiful Caneel Bay on St. John on a Kayak, Hike & Snorkel adventure in the heart of the beautiful Virgin Islands National Park.
Kayak over turquoise waters, explore palm fringed beaches, hike along scenic wooded trails, snorkel over colorful coral reefs and enjoy a picnic lunch from a local deli. While hiking, you may see wild deer, donkeys, mongoose and hermit crabs. Snorkelers will often swim with sea turtles and sting rays on St. John! The tour will be adapted to your preferences and athletic ability.
You will see many beautiful white sandy beaches shaded by sea grape trees, coconut palms, and tropical forests providing habitat for over 800 species of plants. Our expert guides will show you hundreds of exotic tropical fish. See for yourself why this area is an important UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Explore the trail on turtle point as our nature guides point out unique plant and other native flora and fauna. Along the way you will enjoy scenic views of Hawksnest Bay, the Durloe Cays and the British Virgin Islands.
Activity Name: Kayak, Hike & Snorkel 3 hour Adventure at Caneel Bay, St John
Price: 89.00
Description Kayak, Hike & Snorkel in beautiful Caneel Bay on St. John! All in the beautiful Virgin Islands National Park, which serves the backdrop for this wonderful trip. Within its borders lie protected bays of crystal blue-green waters teeming with coral reef life.
You will see many beautiful white sandy beaches shaded by sea grape trees, coconut palms, and tropical forests providing habitat for over 800 species of plants. Our expert guides will show you hundreds of exotic tropical fish. See for yourself why this area is an important UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Explore the trail on turtle point as our nature guides point out unique plant and other native flora and fauna.
Activity Name: Henley Cay, St John Kayak, Hike & Snorkel 5 hour Adventure with lunch
Price: 149.00
Description: Experienced kayakers and snorkelers will love the challenge of paddling across Caneel Bay to Henley Cay. The protected beach is fringed on both sides with a fabulous coral reef teeming with colorful schools of fish. Henley Cay is a tropical and tranquil uninhabited Cay inside Virgin Islands National Park. Relax on a sandy beach and watch seabirds and scenic views of Caneel Bay and Honeymoon Beach. From the highest point on Henley Cay's trail you can enjoy views of the British Virgin Islands. Snorkelers will discover an impressive collection of colorful corals including brain, pillar, sheet, star, and the endangered elkhorn and staghorn. This is a limited availability tour, be sure to make your reservation early so you don't miss the date(s) you want.
Activity Name: Henley Cay, St John Kayak, Hike & Snorkel Adventure (3 hours)
Price: $89.00
Description: Experienced kayakers and snorkelers will love the challenge of paddling across Caneel Bay to Henley Cay. The protected beach is fringed on both sides with a fabulous coral reef teeming with colorful schools of fish. Henley Cay is a tropical and tranquil uninhabited Cay inside Virgin Islands National Park. Relax on a sandy beach and watch seabirds and scenic views of Caneel Bay and Honeymoon Beach. From the highest point on Henley Cay's trail you can enjoy views of the British Virgin Islands. Snorkelers will discover an impressive collection of colorful corals including brain, pillar, sheet, star, and the endangered elkhorn and staghorn. This is a limited availability tour, be sure to make your reservation early so you don't miss the date(s) you want.
Activity Name: Honeymoon Beach Discounted All-Day Watersports Package
Price: $49.00
Description
Beach buffs enjoy getting away to Caneel Bay's idylic Honeymoon Beach!
This discounted package includes all of the watersports rental in one low price.
•a locker for your valuables
•complete snorkel gear: mask, snorkel, fins, flotation device
•beach chair
•all day use of a stand up paddleboard
•all day use of fun easy to paddle, sit-on-top single, double and peekaboo kayaks
•all day use of super thick float for relaxing on the water
The Honeymoon Hut beckons you with hammocks under the palms trees.
The Honeymoon Hut offers also sells t-shirts, ice cream, sodas, water hats, sunglasses, sunscreen, sandals and other items.
There are also clean flush restroom facilities.
The Honeymoon Hut will can call in food, beer, wine and drinks orders to be delivered to you on the beach (not included in the price of the watersports discount package).
Honeymoon Beach is one of the most beautiful in the VI National Park.
No need to carry anything with you, because you will be provided with a complete set of snorkel gear with a life jacket, a locker and a beach chair. You will also have full use of single, double and Peekaboo kayaks, beach floats and hammocks.
This is a limited availability so be sure to make your reservation early so the package will be available on your selected dates.
Activity Name: St. John Eco-Hike & Snorkel Adventure
Price: $79.00
Description
Explore the best of Virgin Island National Park above and below the water in a small or private tour. Depart from the Virgin Islands National Park Visitor Center and hike along the Lind Point Trail. A professional Nature Guide will introduce you to the tropical wonders of Virgin Islands National Park, explaining flora, fauna, cultural and historical trivia along the way. Upon arriving at Honeymoon Beach your guide will teach you to snorkel and explore an adjacent coral reef with you identifying the colorful sealife. Afterwards, the final portion of your hike takes you through a grove of wild cinnamon, the botanical gardens of Caneel Bay Resort and on to the former Sugar Mill Plantation of Caneel Bay.
Virgin Islands Ecotours - St Thomas Activities
Type: Eco-Tours & Adventures
Adults: $69.00Children: $69.00
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