The 10 Best Eco Tours in St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands

July 2, 2021 Vergie Nakamoto

Ecotourism is alive and kicking on St. John. There's more than enough to do on land, from watching for wildlife in the national park to hiking miles of trails or strolling sandy white beaches. Hit the water for amazing snorkeling, swimming, even underwater photography—of course. This is the Caribbean, after all.
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1. Arawak Expeditions

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Arawak Expeditions

Arawak conducts sea kayaking and snorkeling adventures in St. John, USVI, as well as multi-day kayak and camping expeditions throughout the British Virgin Islands. They also offer paddle boarding rentals and lessons, kayak rentals, and snorkel gear rentals and sales at their shop in Mongoose Junction. Fly fishing charters for bonefish and tarpon are also available.

2. Morningstar Sailing and Power Charters

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Morningstar Sailing and Power Charters

Morningstar's day sail charter is available to show you the beautiful cays, bays and beaches of the Caribbean and day filled with good times, incredible snorkeling and beauty. We can now do it all! Snorkel and explore the island of St John aboard our all inclusive, spacious, comfortable sailboat! Take a powerboat with customized itinerary to the BVI! Island hop to local beaches or venture out to Virgin Gorda, the Baths and beyond!

3. Caneel Bay Kayak, Hike & Snorkel Adventure - Virgin Islands Ecotours

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5.0 based on 342 reviews

Caneel Bay Kayak, Hike & Snorkel Adventure - Virgin Islands Ecotours

Virgin Islands EcoTours Night Kayak tour is the most popular night time activity and tourist attraction on St. Thomas! Priced perfectly for large and small families or romantic couples, it's a fun adventure to explore the mangrove lagoon's winding waterways and mangrove tunnels under a starlit-night. Located at St. Thomas Mangrove Lagoon, near the East End and Red Hook area, Virgin Islands Ecotours is the only east end adventure kayak company and the number one rated ecotourism business in the Virgin Islands. Paddle through the winding waterways of the Mangrove Lagoon at night and hear spooky pirate and ghost stories. Enjoy the starlit sky and the dark mangroves as you look for stingrays, tarpon, and other marine life below your kayak. From Blackbeard, Bluebeard, and Teach, prepare for a spooky experience and hear tales of shipwrecks and the eerie legends that haunt the islands to this day.

4. Island Roots Charters

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5.0 based on 1,126 reviews

Island Roots Charters

With capacity and seating for up to 12 passengers, “Island Roots” offers the MOST AFFORDABLE PRIVATE day charter in its’ class. - All of our trips are unique and customized to the interests of the guests... from bird watchers, to sunbathers, snorkelers, photographers, divers, cocktail connoisseurs, food enthusiasts, folks seeking the “best of” the islands to casual fun boaters just looking to just enjoy the breeze and some time on the water. - A “typical day” might include swimming, snorkeling, sightseeing, beaching, cliff jumping, lunch, hiking, history, story telling, music, dancing and more. Guests are welcome to visit the popular spots people often talk about, mentioned in guidebooks, on social media, etc... but also encouraged to explore tons of lesser visited places that have yet to go “mainstream.”

5. Virgin Island Eco Tours - Honeymoon Beach Day Pass

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Virgin Island Eco Tours - Honeymoon Beach Day Pass

This discounted package includes all day use of the watersports equipment at Virgin Islands Ecotours - Honeymoon Hut: - snorkel gear: mask, snorkel, fins & life jacket - locker with lock - lounge chair - standup paddle board - sit on top kayak - floating mat - use of hammocks Directions: Access from Caneel Bay Resort, or Lind Point Trail from Cruz Bay, St John.

6. Captain Jug

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5.0 based on 150 reviews

Captain Jug

Captain Jug provides exclusively private charters in the US and British Virgin Islands! Our 36' lobster style boat was recently retrofitted to comfortably take up to 12 guests for day charters around the islands. Speed, combined with a smooth ride, makes for a winning day on the water! #ReadySetAdventure

7. VI SNUBA Excursions

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VI SNUBA Excursions

VI SNUBA has operated the SNUBA adventure in the US Virgin Islands for over 29 years. During this time Tammy and Frank have taken out tens of thousands of guests and would sincerely like to invite you to come and explore the tropical reefs of Trunk Bay, St. John with them. Trunk Bay is a top ten most beautiful beach in the world. SNUBA dive at any depth you desire from 1 foot down to a maximum of 20 feet. You will be an interactive member of the reef ecosystem, cruising with effortless freedom in a weightless environment. Participants will be able to relax and enjoy themselves while under the supervision of the world's most (really) experienced professionals. No experience for participants needed. Kids are more than welcome ((8 years and up). Reservations are a must!

8. Virgin Islands EcoTours

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Virgin Islands EcoTours

Explore St. John's number one favorite trail in the National Park, the Lind Point Trail! This 3 hour guided kayak and snorkel adventure departs from the National Park Visitor Center in Cruz Bay, a few blocks from the Public Ferry Terminal. •Hike the Lind Point Trail •Snorkel the coral reef at Honeymoon Beach •Visit the ruins of a Sugar Cane Plantation at Caneel Bay •Relax in the shade of a palm fringed beach Explore the beauty of the Virgin Islands National Park above and below the water. Hike the Lind Point Trail and learn about the flora and fauna in St John's dynamic tropical ecosystem. Snorkel around the coral reef at Honeymoon beach, one of the favorite reef's on St. John, and learn to identify the colorful marine life swimming around you. Mask, snorkel, fins and life jacket is provided along with bottle of water and a candy snack. Finally, hike with a scenic overview of a colorful coral reef, a grove of wild cinnamon, and the ruins of a historic sugarcane factory.

9. Reef 2 Peak

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Reef 2 Peak

Reef 2 Peak is located at Maho Bay on the North Shore of St John. We offer Sup, Kayak and snorkel gear rentals. It is almost impossible not to see a sea turtle from this magnificent location! Reef2peak offers Paddleboarding, Kayaking, Hiking and Snorkeling trips on St. John, US Virgin Islands. Join us and paddle the calm, crystal waters of the Caribbean along breathtaking shorelines; learn about the ecology and wildlife of the island; snorkel the warm waters among an abundance of sea life! Trips start at Waterlemon Cay, Brown Bay, Salt Pond Bay, Haulover Bay and Hurricane Hole's Princess Bay.

10. Virgin Islands Expedition Company

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Virgin Islands Expedition Company

From Kayaking, to Standup Paddleboarding to Guided Hiking Tours we are your expert guides to an exciting St. John adventure. Our island-wide tours showcase the amazing sea-life above and below the water. Our 10-passenger Safari Truck transports you from our shop in the heart of Cruz Bay to your adventure. We also do daily and weekly rentals of snorkel gear, paddle boards and kayaks. Join us on the island known as Love City and let us show you this unspoiled gem.

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