Water Sports in US Virgin Islands

Even though it's just offshore of downtown Charlotte Amalie, Hassel Island is a different world from the bustling St Thomas shore. Here's a place where history and culture are matched by the stunning scenery, and this adventure to Virgin Islands National Park is only a short paddle away. On this St Thomas snorkeling and kayaking adventure, paddle from Frenchtown out to Hassel Island and cruise past colonial ruins, before hiking up to Fort Willoughby and snorkeling at an isolated beach. This is tropical fun for the entire family, mixed with Caribbean beauty. 

Scuba dive on the reef just off Coki Beach with a certified dive master. During this activity for certified divers, enjoy an easy, sandy entry into the water, then explore St Tomas vivid underwater world. The PADI-trained dive master will try to lead the dive to suit your abilities and desires; you may see eels, rays and barracudas. All scuba equipment is provided.

Learn to scuba dive during this PADI Discovery Scuba course on Coki Beach in St Thomas. Under the supervision of your PADI Dive Master, get a dry-and lesson in basic scuba skills and diving theory. Put on the equipment and accessories for the first time and practice using the breathing apparatus in shallow water just offshore. Finally, follow your instructor on your first open water dive on a live coral reef. Small groups are limited to 4 divers or fewer to ensure safety and your instructor's attention.

Kayak and snorkel during this 5-hour shore excursion on St Thomas. Using the provided snorkel equipment, explore the underwater world bustling with tropical fish, vibrant coral, and sea turtles. Follow your guide as you paddle kayaks through the crystal clear waters around St Thomas. Picnic lunch, snacks, and photos are included. Round-trip transportation from the St Thomas cruise port or hotels are available at an additional charge. There is a maximum of 4 people per guide to ensure personal service.

Immerse yourself in the storied pirate history of St Thomas during this 1.5-hour nighttime kayaking tour. Follow your guide through Mangrove Lagoon's warren of waterways, paddling while listening to spooky, swashbuckling stories of the times when pirates ruled those very waters. Gaze up at the inky black sky filled with sparkling stars. Look below your kayak for tarpon, stingrays and other nocturnally active marine life. Use of kayaks and safety equipment are provided.

Experience St Thomas' underwater world with Snuba, a cross between snorkeling and scuba. During this excursion on St Thomas, get a diver's perspective of a living coral reef guided by an expert Snuba guide. Explore Coral World Ocean Park at your leisure before or after your Snuba experience; full-day admission is included on this tour.

Learn to stand up paddle (SUP) and embark on a paddle through the mangrove swamps of St. Thomas during this 2-hour tour. Suitable for beginners and experts, you'll get a short lesson before heading over the surrounding waters to look for nesting birds and marine life. All equipment provided.

Immerse yourself in St Thomas' underwater nightlife during this exciting night dive. From Coki Beach, follow your PADI-certified dive master into the water to see the coral reef come alive with nocturnal creatures. With a small group of certified divers, see parrot fish beginning to weave their nightly sleeping cocoon, or watch eels, octopus and stingrays moving about under the cover of night. Enjoy warm water temps, calm conditions and a wide variety of marine life. Use of dive equipment is included.

Kayak off the coast of St. Thomas to a quiet bay where you are guaranteed to see sea turtles. Accompanied by a guide, beach your kayak to snorkel and view the turtles as they munch the sea grass, then refuel with an included lunch at a beach-front restaurant. All snorkeling and kayaking equipment included. Cruise port or hotel pickup and drop-off are available at an additional charge.

Kayak, hike and snorkel in Caneel Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage-listed National Park. During this 3- or 5-hour tour on St John, follow your adventure guide to trek down forest trails on Turtle Point, paddle a kayak in the bay's serene waters and snorkel through beds of sea grass inhabited by the local sea turtles. Along the way, enjoy informative commentary about the history, ecology and natural resources of this unique ecological zone. All equipment is included, and the 5-hour tour includes lunch.

Soar above the U.S. Virgin Islands during this 1-hour parasailing adventure. Admire the beautiful coastal views of St. Thomas as you head out from Sapphire Beach Marina to your parasailing spot. Gear up for your ride after a safety briefing and enjoy the stunning aerial views of the islands and the Caribbean below you. This tour is suitable for all skill levels and those ages six years and up.

Kayak, snorkel and swim during this 5-hour eco-adventure from St Thomas. Follow your guides as you paddle kayaks through the clear waters around St Thomas, then slip into the water where you will see corals, sponges and sea fans which make a home for an abundance of tropical fish using the provided snorkel equipment. After lunch snorkel at a second spot with sea turtles. Picnic lunch, snacks, and photos are included. Round-trip transportation from St Thomas hotels or the cruise port are available at an additional charge. No experience is necessary.

Come along to experience the best of the Virgin Island's natural beauty on a four hour kayak and snorkel tour with an experienced guide. Discover the wonders of sea turtles in a calm, protected bay. No kayaking or snorkeling experience is needed. This Eco-adventure only has six guests per guide to ensure personalized service.

Kayak and snorkel in St Thomas' Mangrove Lagoon on a 2.5-hour shore excursion. The region's serpentine channels of clear, calm water are perfect for swimming, boating and spotting local wildlife like stingrays and brown pelicans. Learn about the region's natural resources from your local adventure guide, and opt to extend your tour with a hike on Cas Cay, a deserted island.

Snorkel with docile, graceful sea turtles during this 4-hour eco-adventure in St Thomas. Depart from one of the island's picturesque beaches by boat or kayak for the snorkeling location. With the leadership of an expert snorkel guide, don the provided mask and flippers and slip into the calm, clear water. Watch the serene turtles swimming slowly around you or munching sea grass on the ocean floor. Relax on the beach and enjoy beverages and an included hot lunch. Round-trip transportation from local hotels or the cruise port is available at an additional charge.

Enjoy the beauty and convenience that come with a day pass to Honeymoon Beach. Experience the beauty, fun and relaxation that are on offer at this white sand beach bordering the Caribbean's sparkling blue waters. Lounge all day in your dedicated beach chair or lie in a hammock hanging from two palm trees for the ultimate relaxing experience. Try your hand at stand-up paddleboarding, kayak around Caneel Bay or snorkel the offshore coral reefs if you're into water sports. Use of a beach chair, a locker and all water sports equipment is included.

Immerse yourself in St John's outdoor wonders with a trio of adventure activities. Enjoy a leisurely kayak across pristine Caribbean waters to Henley Cay, an uninhabited cay known for its incredible coral reefs. Snorkel among them, admiring the vast array of coral species like brain, star, and endangered staghorn and swimming alongside schools of colorful fish. Afterward hike the cay for fantastic views of the British Virgin Islands. Both a 3-hour tour and 5-hour tour with lunch are available.