On Your Own: Kayak in the Mangrove Lagoon
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Explore the Wildlife Sanctuary and Marine Reserve Mangrove Lagoon in St. Thomas on your own and at your own pace with our Self-Guided Kayak Tour. The Mangrove Lagoon is a lush forest that grows in salt water with shallow winding waterways and tunnels. There are many beautiful areas to explore between the Inner Mangrove Lagoon and Bird Island. Guests who want an independent experience can discover on their own the beauty and serenity of the lagoon and narrow waterways between mangrove trees. Encounter wildlife, paddle to secluded cays and islands, and even to a rare geological blow-hole. Whether you are an experience kayaker, a guest who has already enjoyed one of our tours and are familiar with the lagoon, or you just want the flexibility and freedom to explore on your own, now you can.
Single and double kayaks, paddles, life jackets, and snorkel gear are provided for those who want to tour around the lagoon on their own.
Life jackets included
Use of kayak equipment
bring your own beverages and snacks.
- CHILD: : 8 - 12
- ADULT: : 13 - 99
- Adhering to social distancing guidelines
- Face masks required for check-in. Not required for kayaking or snorkeling. Additional sanitation procedures in place. Adhering to social distancing guidelines.
- Face masks required for travellers in public areas
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Mask required at check-in, not required for paddling or snorkeling
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Service animals allowed
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
- Additional sanitation measures taken on site for COVID-19
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Gear/equipment sanitised between use
- Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
- Minimum age is 5 years
- Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Коментара
Fun adventure!
Vacation797851, 16-08-2022
Really fun day! Nice active tour without being too much. It is great to have the freedom to explore at your own pace with having the comfort of the guides checking in occasionally, providing water as well if necessary.
Awesome Experience
travelm0m723, 23-08-2022
We had an awesome time kayaking in Mangrove Lagoon & exploring Cas Cay Island! Adia was an awesome host, ensuring my husband and I could enjoy our honeymoon after being rained out twice for the event. You are provided a laminate map and can’t get lost. We saw hundreds of jellyfish, several tarpon, a starfish, several hermit crabs, and many other fish. Highly recommend any VI Ecotours activity!!
Great way to enjoy a Kayak trip!
206kandicew, 23-05-2022
Eco tours is a great place with so many different tour options. We loosely followed the path of the Cas Cay tour and went at our own pace which made it very chill. When we got back there were delicious drinks at the bar which were a great end to the experience. Everyone at Ecotours was very friendly and super helpful!
Night Kayaking (Devon- tour guide)
Nikki42017, 17-06-2022
Devon was wonderful! My friends and I did night kayaking and he was our tour guide. He did great making everyone feel comfortable and is also very knowledgable about St. Thomas’ history and background. Also told ghost and pirate stories! It was a great experience overall!
Great excursion
Neikisha H, 01-09-2022
Amazing excursion with my teen daughter, we had a grand old time on our own loved getting to the cays , not suitable for young kids. We brought snacks with us picknicked on the cays then headed back to the dock where we were greeted by friendly staff, who were very helpful! Definitely will do again if I have the chance!
Unique Island Experience
C9067SQthomasm, 16-01-2023
On our last full day we did this tour with Troy. It was an amazing time. We got to kayak this unique part of the island, hiked among hundreds of hermit crabs and beautiful views. Then to top it of snorkeled among the mangrove reed and was able to handle sea urchins, star fish and jelly fish that are only found among the mangrove. Troy was knowledgeable and made sure we got to see and do many things among the mangrove. Highly recommend.
A unique experience
MichelleB6666, 07-01-2023
Great experience! Easy to book online and the cost is reasonable. The staff are super friendly and knowledgeable. Even though we chose to not do a guided tour, (we chose to rent a kayak for half a day and explore the lagoon and Cas Cay on our own) the staff were more than happy to answer any questions we had. Was an easy path to follow to the blowhole. The snorkeling was awesome. Would definitely recommend.
Beautiful afternoon!
Birche02, 27-11-2022
Booked kayaks for a group of ten, ages 14 - 48, because the guided tours were full. No regrets! The area is really beautiful and the water crystal clear! The tour area was really crowded with a prior group wrapping up as we arrived but one of the employees immediately peeled off to help us get started on time. They gave us a laminated map of the area and quick directions which were a bit confusing, but it was fine once we were on the water. Really fun to see this area of St. Thomas from a different vantage point. Obviously, bring extra sunscreen and water, wear a hat and enjoy!
Fun for hiking, NOT for snorkeling.
jean87510, 01-01-2023
My husband and I enjoyed the kayaking and hiking experience. However, the snorkeling was not enjoyable. Apparently one must snorkel wearing life jackets. I gave up after 3 minutes. Its ridiculous and impossible to enjoy snorkeling in shallow water with life jackets. We didn't mind no fins rule. We probably would not bother bringing our snorkeling gear again and just hike and kayak. I wish we had been informed beforehand about this or maybe we were and I missed it. Only reason I'm mentioning it is for fellow travelers who may not want to bother bringing their stuff and just hike which is amazing and more fun.
