Explore protected areas on and around St. Thomas by kayak, on an eco-tour, or on your own. The Mangrove Lagoon Preserve is the most popular area that you can explore on a guided eco-tour. The preserve has a complex series of small islands fringed with red mangroves. It is also home to Cas Cay, a small island where you can swim, snorkel, and take a coastal walk along a trail to Red Point Blow Hole. You can explore this area on your own too, by renting a kayak.
Some watersports shacks on beaches in St. Thomas offer kayak rentals. You can use them to paddle within the bay. There is also the opportunity to enjoy a night kayak in St. Thomas. Night kayaking is a cool experience. Kayak in the evening for a chance to see nocturnal marine animals. Guides accompany you when night kayaking and point out interesting sights. Some kayaking outfits use clear-bottom kayaks with LED light systems to make the night kayak experience possible. Here are some of the fun kayaking and ecotour options available in St. Thomas, USVI.
Coral World Ocean Park
Spend the day at Coral World Ocean Park and get up close and personal with the beauty and magic of Caribbean marine life in a stunning setting. Learn about life on a coral reef from the unique Undersea Observatory and about local conservation efforts in one of our interactive presentations. View sharks, stingrays, dolphins, turtles, tropical fish and colorful rainbow lorikeets! There are several gift shops, cafes, lockers and shower facilities. Exciting activities include Dolphin Swim, Sea Lion Swim, Shark Encounter, Sea Trek and SNUBA. Visit our website or FB page for more information.
VI Ecotours: Mangrove Lagoon Self-Guided SUP Tour
Explore St. Thomas’ Mangrove Lagoon Wildlife Sanctuary & Marine Reserve on your own, on a stand-up paddle board. Paddle at…
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VI Ecotours: Night Kayak in the Mangrove Lagoon
Looking for a unique adventure? Paddle through the shallow waters of St. Thomas’ Mangrove Lagoon Marine Reserve. Wind your way…
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VI Ecotours: Mangrove Lagoon Self-Guided Kayak Tour
Explore St. Thomas’ Mangrove Lagoon Wildlife Sanctuary & Marine Reserve on your own, by kayak. Paddle at your own pace,…
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VI Ecotours: Mangrove Kayak, Hike & Snorkel Tour
This award-winning tour takes you through St. Thomas’ beautiful Mangrove Lagoon Marine Reserve. Paddle the sanctuary’s peaceful waterways. Keep an…
Length: 5 Hours Trip
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VI Ecotours: Cas Cay Kayak, Hike & Snorkel Tour
On this tour you will kayak through St. Thomas’ Mangrove Lagoon Marine Reserve, out to Cas Cay, a 50-acre island…
Length: 3 Hours - Small Groups
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Illuminated Night Kayaking at Elysian Resort
Get an alternative view of St. Thomas and its waters with this nighttime kayaking adventure aboard an illuminated kayak. You…
Duration: 1.15 hours - Small Groups
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LED Illuminated Kayak After Dark
Have you ever wanted to explore the underwater world AT NIGHT without going underwater? You can with this exciting LED…
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VI Ecotours: Sunset Kayak Tour in Mangrove Lagoon
Enjoy an unforgettable evening paddling quietly through St. Thomas’ Mangrove Lagoon Marine Reserve. Paddle near an egret and pelican rookery…
Length: 1.5 Hours -
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VI Ecotours: Mangrove Kayak & Snorkel Tour
Get your kayaking and snorkeling in on this fun and educational tour in St. Thomas’ Mangrove Lagoon Marine Reserve. Paddle…
Length: 2.5 Hours - Small Groups
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