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The 15 Best US Virgin Islands Tours

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St Thomas, St John and a channel of snorkel stops between them. These 15 are compared on which cays each boat reaches, how long you get in the water and whether lunch is on board or ashore.

Turtle Cove Catamaran Snorkel and Sail at Little Buck Island STT - Turtle Cove and the Little Buck Island swim
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Turtle Cove Catamaran Snorkel and Sail at Little Buck Island STT

1.Turtle Cove Catamaran Snorkel and Sail at Little Buck Island STT

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,100 reviews · from $119Our pick

You’ll sail The VI Cat from Marriott Frenchman’s Cove to Turtle Cove at Little Buck Island, with about an hour in the water among sea turtles, reef fish, and coral. Snorkel gear, snacks, and drinks are included, with alcohol served after swimming. Crew members such as Captain Serena, Nick, Isaac, and Porscha are often praised for safety help and good humor, though staffing varies.

“Very easy snorkeling experience where we saw some turtles and fish around a local island. The ride there was good and the sail back was phenomenal. Tim, Porscha, and Cap. Serena were fantastic.”

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Snorkel St. John Tour from Sapphire and Margaritaville - Three water stops, with St. John National Park in the mix
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Snorkel St. John Tour from Sapphire and Margaritaville

2.Snorkel St. John Tour from Sapphire and Margaritaville

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,874 reviews · from $180

Spend 9 am to 3 pm cruising from Margaritaville St. Thomas to St. John’s protected waters. Crew members such as D’Hayden, Shyne, Nick, and Lauren provide gear and help for first-time snorkelers. Expect three snorkel stops, island stories, breakfast, buffet lunch, snacks, and an open bar, with locations shaped by weather and sea conditions.

“This is a must! Definitely the highlight of the trip. D’Haden and Shyne were fantastic hosts and made the excursion worth every penny.”

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Night Kayak Tour St. Thomas - Westin Frenchman's Reef - Paddling out in a clear kayak
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Night Kayak Tour St. Thomas – Westin Frenchman’s Reef

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

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

Meet at the Westin Frenchman’s Reef dock for a one-hour glow kayak outing. You’ll add glow paint, learn basic paddling, then search the cove for tarpon, stingrays, turtles, and other night marine life from a clear kayak. Guides such as Curtis, Derek, Megan, and Eugene have led tours, with groups limited to six.

“It was a cute little activity for the family. Different if you enjoy regularly kayaking and wanna spice it up. Brad & Curtis were great.”

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Tree Limin' Extreme Zipline - Checking in 30 minutes early at Estate St. Peter
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Tree Limin’ Extreme Zipline

4.Tree Limin’ Extreme Zipline

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,713 reviews · from $155

Meet your guides at Tree Limin’ Extreme, gear up, then ride to St. Peter Mountain for six zip lines, two sky bridges, and the Caribbean’s only Yo-Yo. You’ll reach speeds near 35 mph while guides such as Francis, Sharon, Andrew, Alex, and Kai keep the mood light and safety clear. Allow about 2.5 hours.

“We had the best guides Andrew and Alex!!! They made it fun and made sure we were safe at all times!!! 10/10”

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Afternoon Snorkel, Pizza & Sunset Tour departing from St. Thomas & St. John - Pizza Pi and Drinks After Swimming
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Afternoon Snorkel, Pizza & Sunset Tour departing from St. Thomas & St. John

5.Afternoon Snorkel, Pizza & Sunset Tour departing from St. Thomas & St. John

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,498 reviews · from $120

Join Ocean Surfari’s Reef Surfari for two snorkeling stops in Virgin Islands National Park, followed by pizza from Pizza Pi, drinks, music, and a sunset dance party. Captains and guides such as CJ, BK, John, Sydney, Darian, and Andy keep the trip lively. Pickup is available in Red Hook and Cruz Bay.

“From the time we were picked up to the time we bid farewell the trip was very entertaining. We met John and Darien first and they were very nice. Captain CJ was very interactive with everyone and along with John and Darien made the whole trip so fun. The sunset dance party was the icing on the cake. Thank you guys for making it worth experiencing”

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Parasail Experience in St Thomas - The ride out gives you your first island views
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Parasail Experience in St Thomas

6.Parasail Experience in St Thomas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,215 reviews · from $146

Fly above St Thomas on a one-hour parasailing trip from Sapphire Beach Marina. You get a safety briefing, all required equipment, and 8 to 10 minutes in the air, with crews such as Jack, Max, Jay, and Hunter praised for clear instructions and good humor. The boat carries up to 12 people and suits ages six and up.

“Jack and Max were awesome! Had great senses of humor and did more than enough to accommodate. There were a group of women on the same boat as us and the elderly lady had signed up online and quickly realized once actually on the boat that she would not be able to participate. Jack didn’t hesitate at all to make her feel at ease and offered them a refund and only billed her as an “observer.” Loved the experience!!”

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Sunset & Harbor Lights Dinner Sail from the Marriott's Frenchman's Cove - Setting sail aboard the 54-foot VI Cat
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Sunset & Harbor Lights Dinner Sail from the Marriott’s Frenchman’s Cove

7.Sunset & Harbor Lights Dinner Sail from the Marriott’s Frenchman’s Cove

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,176 reviews · from $119

Sail from Marriott’s Frenchman’s Cove aboard the 54-foot VI Cat for a sunset and Charlotte Amalie harbor lights dinner. Enjoy an open bar, tacos on Tuesdays or barbecue on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. The crew, including names such as Captain Dave, Mike, Isaac, and Anders on some departures, handles the food, drinks, and sailing during this relaxed two-hour outing.

“Staff was professional and friendly. The food was good but should have a dessert to offer your guests.”

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Night Kayak Tour St. John - Westin Resort - Paddling into the dark cove
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Night Kayak Tour St. John – Westin Resort

8.Night Kayak Tour St. John – Westin Resort

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

Launch from the Westin Resort for a 50-minute night paddle in a two-person, clear-bottom kayak. You’ll add glow paint, watch for tarpon, stingrays, baitfish, and bats, and follow guides such as Bernard, Spencer, Fawn, or Sam around the cove. The route is easygoing, but wind can make paddling harder.

“We had a great time! Our guide took us right through a school of jumping fish. We even had some jump in our kayak. We threw them back. How cool!!!”

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Sea Trek Helmet Dive at Coral World Ocean Park - The underwater trail and what you may see
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Sea Trek Helmet Dive at Coral World Ocean Park

9.Sea Trek Helmet Dive at Coral World Ocean Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 992 reviews · from $119

At Coral World Ocean Park in St. Thomas, you’ll follow a guide along an underwater trail near the Underwater Observation Tower wearing a weighted helmet that supplies air. The Sea Trek lasts about 30 minutes inside a 45-minute visit. Staff members such as Katie, Conor, Santi, and Jonathan have helped participants feel calm, including non-swimmers.

“Great experience my ears popped a lot, but my partner said he didn’t have any issues with his ears popping at all so it’s just one of those things. I did a lot of yarn to stop it, I wanted to come up, but I’m glad I did it.”

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Cas Cay - Kayak Hike and Snorkel Adventure - The short walk across Cas Cay
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Cas Cay – Kayak Hike and Snorkel Adventure

10.Cas Cay – Kayak Hike and Snorkel Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 870 reviews · from $99

Paddle through St. Thomas' red mangrove islands, hike Cas Cay to tidal pools and a blowhole, then snorkel in a calm mangrove nursery. Guides such as Marcus, Swish, Dana, and Chase add local ecology, humor, and hands-on help. Equipment, snacks, lockers, and water are included.

“We arrived 30 minutes late due to a taxi issue but they provided us with a guide and continued our excursion. How very gracious of them. “Swish” our guide was excellent and very informative. We have a new understanding and regard for thRead more”

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Shop, See, & Splash - Mountain Top and the banana daiquiri
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Shop, See, & Splash

11.Shop, See, & Splash

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 827 reviews · from $40Best value

Godfrey Tours combines downtown shopping, island views, and beach time in one six-and-a-half-hour outing. You’ll visit Mountain Top, Bluebeard’s Hill, and Drake’s Seat, then choose Magens Bay, Coki Beach, or Sapphire Beach. Guides including Godfrey and Sherry provide island history, transportation, snacks, and drinks.

“My experience was education and entertaining. The history of the island was interesting to learn, I would do it again.”

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Snorkel Cat All Inclusive Adventure - The first snorkel stop near St. John
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Snorkel Cat All Inclusive Adventure

12.Snorkel Cat All Inclusive Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 801 reviews · from $175

Board Snorkel Cat near Margaritaville Resort for a five-hour sail from St. Thomas to St. John National Park and nearby reefs. Captain Shawn, Captain Tuna, Captain Danny Boy, and their crews have hosted many outings. You get snorkel gear, breakfast, lunch, soft drinks, beer, wine, liquor, and time to swim at two scenic spots.

“Captain very knowledgeable! My family had the best time! The snorkeling spots were excellent! We loved the pirate music!”

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Circle the Island of St. John | Lunch stop at Lime Out (Taco Boat) - Cruising St. John’s North Shore
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Circle the Island of St. John | Lunch stop at Lime Out (Taco Boat)

13.Circle the Island of St. John | Lunch stop at Lime Out (Taco Boat)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 790 reviews · from $250

Spend about eight hours circling St. John from St. Thomas or St. John, with snorkeling, drinks, pizza, and lunch at the floating Lime Out taco bar. The crew chooses calm water based on conditions, and guides such as Tara, Lacey, Sammy, Robyn, and Captain Dave have earned praise for friendly service. Bring sunscreen and money for tacos.

“Lacey and Sammy were so fun! They brought us to great snorkel spots and lunch at Lime Out was delicious and super unique. It was a chill, beautiful day! Highly recommend!”

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Cocktail Sunset Cruise from Sapphire Beach Resort - Leaving Sapphire Beach Marina around St. Thomas
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Cocktail Sunset Cruise from Sapphire Beach Resort

14.Cocktail Sunset Cruise from Sapphire Beach Resort

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 748 reviews · from $130

Set out from Sapphire Beach Marina with New Horizons & Breakaway Charters for a two-hour sunset cruise around St. Thomas and nearby islands. The crew provides island commentary, Champagne, an open bar, bottled water, and appetizers. Captains Nate, Stewart, and Dave, along with crew members Max, Whitney, and Breezy, have earned high marks for warm service and lively music.

“I hope Dawn wins the steak knife set she was wonderful! It was a great experience the crew was wonderful and knowledgeable great food! Amazing music choices OAR for the win!”

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Flavors of St Thomas Walking Food Tour - Meeting at Fort Christian and getting your bearings
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Flavors of St Thomas Walking Food Tour

15.Flavors of St Thomas Walking Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 733 reviews · from $145

Walk Charlotte Amalie with guides such as Michelle, Sabrina, Rocky, and DeAndre while tasting curried chicken, fungi, conch fritters, saltfish, island slaw, dessert, and two rum cocktails. You’ll learn to make a Painkiller, hear colonial-era stories, and visit local food spots. Expect steps, slopes, uneven ground, and a small group of up to 14.

“Steve was very knowledgeable and fun to listen to. We went to great stops, had plenty of food tastings, and plenty of drink. Lots of fun!”

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50' Luxury Yacht. Private Full or Half Day Catamaran Snorkel, & Beach Experience - How the snorkeling usually fits into the day
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50′ Luxury Yacht. Private Full or Half Day Catamaran Snorkel, & Beach Experience

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