St Thomas Mangrove Lagoon Kayak and Snorkel Tour in the US Virgin Islands
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Take a kayak and snorkel adventure through St. Thomas’ Mangrove Lagoon, an unspoiled region of mangrove forests, winding channels and first-rate snorkeling territory. You'll pass beautiful islands while snorkeling through crystal-clear waters, home to an abundance of wildlife including sting rays and the endangered brown pelican. St. Thomas' Mangrove Lagoon offers an eco-adventure you're not going to want to miss!
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- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(710)
Alonso was super amazing!! He made sure we were all taking care of. My son even saw starfish and jellyfish...etc
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so happy Alonzo helped make your St. Thomas Mangrove Lagoon Kayak and Snorkel Tour such a great experience. Taking care of every guest while introducing families to fascinating wildlife like starfish, jellyfish, and other amazing marine life is what we love most. Thank you for choosing Virgin Islands Ecotours, and we hope to welcome you back for another St. Thomas kayaking and snorkeling adventure!
Great educational kayak tour of the mangrove, but if it’s windy, expect a hard time fighting the wind in the open bay,
Thank you for your thoughtful review! We’re delighted you enjoyed learning about the fascinating mangrove ecosystem during your St. Thomas Mangrove Lagoon Kayak and Snorkel Tour. During your visit, we experienced an unusually windy stretch of weather, which made paddling across the open bay more challenging than we typically see during our calm summer conditions. On windy days, our guides often recommend paddling along the protected edge of the mangrove forest, where the trees create a natural windbreak. The wind passes overhead while the water along the shoreline remains much calmer, making for a more comfortable paddle. Fortunately, those unusual winds have since settled back into our normal summer doldrums. Thank you for choosing Virgin Islands Ecotours, and we hope to welcome you back for another adventure!
Swish and Aiden did a great job with the tour!
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’ll be sure to share your compliments with Swish and Aiden. Our St. Thomas Mangrove Lagoon Kayak and Snorkel Tour is a fun way to experience the island’s incredible mangrove ecosystem while learning about the wildlife that makes this area so special. Thank you for choosing Virgin Islands Ecotours!
The mangroves were amazing and the guide was very knowledgeable about them and the wildlife they support. We had a 6 and 8 year old and the swim to the reef was too much for the 6 year old because of the wind and currents.
Thank you for your thoughtful review! We’re so glad your family enjoyed exploring the beautiful mangrove ecosystem and learning about the wildlife. We appreciate your note about the snorkeling conditions. During your visit, we experienced an unusually windy stretch of weather, which created stronger winds and currents than we typically see during our calm summer season. Fortunately, those conditions eased, and the normal summer doldrums soon returned. Safety is always our top priority, and our guides adjust the experience based on the day’s conditions. Thank you for choosing Virgin Islands Ecotours, and we hope to welcome your family back for another adventure!
Amazing way to explore St. Thomas with kids. We had such a great time on this tour! We kayaked through the mangroves, learned about the ecosystem and wildlife, and then got in the water to snorkel. Our guide, Keith, was fantastic - knowledgeable, personable, and great with my kids. He kept them engaged and made the entire experience fun rather than feeling like a scripted tour. The kayaking was beautiful, and my kids loved stopping to explore and see the wildlife up close. The snorkeling was also a lot of fun, and we saw plenty of fish. It was active, educational, and genuinely enjoyable for both me and the kids. One thing I especially appreciated was that our guide took a ton of photos throughout the tour, both kayaking and underwater, so I could actually participate and enjoy the experience instead of constantly trying to document everything myself. We ended up with some really great pictures from the day. Definitely one of our favorite activities in St. Thomas and absolutely worth doing. I would highly recommend the mangrove eco tour, especially for families with adventurous kids.
Thank you so much for your incredible review! We’re honored that this was one of your favorite experiences in St. Thomas. Keith will be thrilled to hear your kind words. We love introducing families to the amazing mangrove ecosystem through kayaking, snorkeling, and hands-on wildlife encounters, and we’re especially happy that the photos helped you stay present and simply enjoy the adventure with your kids. Thank you for recommending Virgin Islands Ecotours and our Mangrove Lagoon Kayak and Snorkel Tour. We hope to welcome your family back for another unforgettable eco-adventure!
We had a great time. Keithlyn was funny and knowledgeable. He knew a lot about the Mangroves and was able to point out a lot of species of fish and wildlife. We were able to see starfish and sea urchins. It was a great time and we learned and laughed a lot.
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re delighted Keithlyn made your St. Thomas Mangrove Lagoon Kayak and Snorkel Tour so much fun. We love sharing the incredible mangrove ecosystem and helping guests discover marine life like starfish, sea urchins, tropical fish, and so much more. Thank you for choosing Virgin Islands Ecotours—we hope to see you again on another adventure!
We had a great time! Perez was an exceptional guide!
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so happy you had a great time exploring the Mangrove Lagoon with Perez. Our St. Thomas Mangrove Lagoon Kayak and Snorkel Tour is a fun way to discover the unique mangrove ecosystem, encounter fascinating marine life, and experience the natural beauty of the U.S. Virgin Islands. Thank you for choosing Virgin Islands Ecotours—we hope to see you again soon!
My 3 daughters (18, 21, 25) and I had a great kayak/snorkeling trip. Our guide, Brett, was very informative and made sure we had the best opportunity to see all the local critters—jellyfish, hermit crabs, octopi, stingrays, etc. We kayaked total 3 miles—one short section was a little more challenging going against current, but overall pleasant and fun experience!
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so happy you and your daughters enjoyed your St. Thomas Mangrove Lagoon Kayak & Snorkel Tour. Brett will appreciate your kind words, and we’re glad he helped you discover the amazing wildlife, including jellyfish, hermit crabs, octopus, and stingrays. Thank you for choosing Virgin Islands Ecotours, and we hope your family returns for another adventure in the U.S. Virgin Islands!
Brendt was very knowledgeable and awesome ! We were a little late but they made accommodations for us!
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so glad Brett helped make your St. Thomas Mangrove Lagoon Kayak & Snorkel Tour such a great experience. We always do our best to accommodate our cruise guests whenever possible, and we’re happy everything worked out. Thank you for choosing Virgin Islands Ecotours, and we hope to welcome you back to the U.S. Virgin Islands for another adventure!
GREAT wonderful experience would do it again. Best tour guide on the island
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled you had such a wonderful time on our St. Thomas Mangrove Lagoon Kayak & Snorkel Tour. We’ll be sure to share your compliments with Alonzo. We truly appreciate you choosing Virgin Islands Ecotours and look forward to welcoming you back to the U.S. Virgin Islands!
