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The 15 Best Kayak Trips in the US Virgin Islands

21 tours  ·  from $59 a head

The mangrove lagoon on St Thomas is flat water and the night trips paddle clear boats lit from underneath. The 15 below sort the day hikes, the snorkel combinations and the after dark launches by price and effort.

Night Kayak Tour St. Thomas - Westin Frenchman's Reef - Glow paint, light-up gear, and the safety briefing
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Night Kayak Tour St. Thomas – Westin Frenchman’s Reef

1.Night Kayak Tour St. Thomas – Westin Frenchman’s Reef

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,813 reviews · from $69Our pick

Paddle clear kayaks under LED lights at St. Thomas’s Westin Frenchman’s Reef, spotting tarpon, stingrays, turtles, and glowing sea life.

“The entire experience was great. The area we use the kayak it is amazing including the night ocean live and species under water. The crew that took the entire group of tourists were amazing and have knowledge of the area very well.”

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Night Kayak Tour St. John - Westin Resort - Paddling into the dark in clear-bottom kayaks
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Night Kayak Tour St. John – Westin Resort

2.Night Kayak Tour St. John – Westin Resort

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,011 reviews · from $69

Review of St. John’s 50-minute night kayak tour at the Westin, with glowing kayaks, tarpon, stingrays, pricing, tips, and practical advice.

“Overall, the experience was good and we had a good time. There needs to be more lights in the water. A decent excursion and we would do again.”

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Cas Cay - Kayak Hike and Snorkel Adventure - Paddling Through the Red Mangroves
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Cas Cay – Kayak Hike and Snorkel Adventure

St Thomas Mangrove Lagoon Kayak and Snorkel Tour in the US Virgin Islands - Snorkeling among roots, coral, and lagoon wildlife
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St Thomas Mangrove Lagoon Kayak and Snorkel Tour in the US Virgin Islands

Glow Boats LED Night Kayak, Marriott Frenchman's Cove Dock, USVI - Arriving at Marriott Frenchman’s Cove Dock
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Glow Boats LED Night Kayak, Marriott Frenchman’s Cove Dock, USVI

5.Glow Boats LED Night Kayak, Marriott Frenchman’s Cove Dock, USVI

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 456 reviews · from $75

Paddle glowing kayaks in St. Thomas after dark, spotting turtles, stingrays, and fish while enjoying Charlotte Amalie Harbour views.

“Perfect end to a perfect day! Zoe was our guide. She is very knowledgeable and adds to the calm atmosphere. The experience was very relaxing. Other kayak groups were very respectful of everyone's pace, and I credit that to excellent guides!”

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Kayak & Snorkel with Sea Turtles, National Park, St. John - Hiking Turtle Point’s shaded trail
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Kayak & Snorkel with Sea Turtles, National Park, St. John

6.Kayak & Snorkel with Sea Turtles, National Park, St. John

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 291 reviews · from $119

Review of St. John’s 3-hour kayak, hike, and snorkel tour in Caneel Bay, with sea turtles, reef life, forest trails, gear, and practical tips.

“Great tour. I enjoyed the hike, views, learning about the island from the guide. Then the kayaking was fun, plus I loved snorkeling with the turtles! There were so many and they were right next to me! Then we got free lunch and drink. Overall a great experience.”

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Best of Mangrove Lagoon Kayak, Hike and Snorkel Adventure with Picnic Lunch - Starting at Virgin Islands Ecotours
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Best of Mangrove Lagoon Kayak, Hike and Snorkel Adventure with Picnic Lunch

St Thomas Shore Excursion: Mangrove Lagoon Kayak and Snorkel Tour - The kayak route through Patricia Cay and Long Point
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St Thomas Shore Excursion: Mangrove Lagoon Kayak and Snorkel Tour

8.St Thomas Shore Excursion: Mangrove Lagoon Kayak and Snorkel Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 195 reviews · from $119

Review of St Thomas Mangrove Lagoon kayak and snorkel tour, with guide tips, wildlife, transport details, price value, and booking advice.

“Guide Eli was very good and the equipment was fine. We kayaked for about a 1/2 mile to a small island to do a walk on hard shells, note wear hard sole sandals/water shoes. Snorkeling was good along the mangroves. Not a bad tour.”

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St Thomas Night Kayak Tour - Following the Mangrove Waterways at Sunset
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St Thomas Night Kayak Tour

9.St Thomas Night Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 145 reviews · from $69

Review of St Thomas Night Kayak Tour: pirate tales, mangrove wildlife, practical tips, price value, itinerary, and booking advice.

“Wear clothes that can get wet. Wear real shoes or sandals with a hard bottom. Its kinda of a work out so be prepared for using your arms”

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Sunset Kayak Tour in the Mangrove Lagoon, St Thomas - Easy kayaks and a gentle introduction
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Sunset Kayak Tour in the Mangrove Lagoon, St Thomas

St Thomas Sea Turtle Snorkel Kayak Adventure Tour - Meeting at Emerald Beach Resort at 10 a.m.
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St Thomas Sea Turtle Snorkel Kayak Adventure Tour

11.St Thomas Sea Turtle Snorkel Kayak Adventure Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 63 reviews · from $139

Swim with sea turtles, kayak calm St. Thomas waters, enjoy a beach lunch, and explore with a small-group guide on this four-hour eco-tour.

“We had a group of 4 women. One had never snorkeled or been in a kayak. Our guide, Sven, clearly communicated and helped make our trip amazing! Sven was knowledgeable about sea life, trees, and the island's history. We saw 4 sea turtles, an octopus, sea urchin, sting ray, and a barracuda! I would highly recommend this adventure for all ages and experience levels.”

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Illuminated Night Kayaking at the Elysian Resort - What the illuminated kayak adds
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Illuminated Night Kayaking at the Elysian Resort

12.Illuminated Night Kayaking at the Elysian Resort

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 45 reviews · from $82

Review of illuminated night kayaking at St. Thomas’ Elysian Resort, with sunset views, glowing water, small groups, drinks, and practical tips.

“First-time night kayaking. We were the only couple. It was a bit scary because it was a bit choppy but in goods hands with Jordan. Thanks for the rum punch!”

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St Thomas Kayak and Sea Turtle Snorkel Excursion - A gentle start for first-time kayakers
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St Thomas Kayak and Sea Turtle Snorkel Excursion

14.St Thomas Kayak and Sea Turtle Snorkel Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 41 reviews · from $139

Review of St. Thomas’ kayak and sea turtle snorkel tour, including itinerary, price, guides, lunch, group size, fitness needs, and booking tips.

“We had a great time in this tour. Sven was informative and cared for our safety. We snorkeled first at a public local beach and then to kayaks. Kayaks were alittle more bouncy with waves then the kids liked so we did it for less time. The snorkelRead more”

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Mangrove Lagoon Kayak Rental in St Thomas - Choosing between a single and double kayak
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Mangrove Lagoon Kayak Rental in St Thomas

15.Mangrove Lagoon Kayak Rental in St Thomas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · from $69

Review of St Thomas Mangrove Lagoon kayak rental, with pricing, wildlife, snorkeling, timing, practical tips, and who should book.

“Alonso was a fantastic guide. We had the best tour through the mangrove and learned great facts. If you are looking for kayak snorkeling combo. This is the tour to take.”

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