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The 15 Best Tours in the Virgin Islands

179 tours  ·  from $10 a head

A week on St Thomas or a cruise stop with six hours ashore, the problem is the same: too much water, not enough days. The 15 below are the ones that earn a slot, priced and timed, with the rest of the catalogue underneath when you want to dig.

Turtle Cove Catamaran Snorkel and Sail at Little Buck Island STT - Boarding at Frenchman’s Cove
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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

Spend three hours aboard The VI Cat, sailing from Marriott Frenchman’s Cove to Turtle Cove at Little Buck Island. Crew members such as Captain Serena, Nick, Isaac, and Porscha help with safety, snorkeling, and drinks. Equipment, snacks, and post-swim alcoholic drinks are included, with time to swim or relax onboard.

“Fun, easy going trip to see amazing turtles feeding on grass and rising to the surface for air. Also a coral reef with plenty of fish and colors.”

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Snorkel St. John Tour from Sapphire and Margaritaville - What the Morning Feels Like on the Powerboat
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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

Cruise from Margaritaville St. Thomas to St. John for about six hours of snorkeling, island views, breakfast, buffet lunch, snacks, and an open bar. Guides such as D’Hayden, Jake, Shyne, Lauren, and Nick help first-time snorkelers get comfortable, while the captain adjusts the route for sea and weather conditions.

“Took us to 3 great snorkeling spots. Knowledgeable about where to look for fish, turtles, etc. The cocktails were unlimited, but had little actual rum.”

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Night Kayak Tour St. Thomas - Westin Frenchman's Reef - The first paddle into the cove
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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

At the Westin Frenchman’s Reef, you’ll paint your face, put on glow gear, and paddle a clear kayak lit from below. Guides such as Curtis, Derek, Megan, Eugene, and Emily point out tarpon, stingrays, turtles, and other night creatures. The one-hour tour stays in a calm cove and takes no more than six people.

“Wanted to try something a little different in St. Thomas. Starting with face glow paint and colorful blinking head gear, we had a quick lesson, and paddled into the cove. We saw Tarpons, a Stingray feeding, and other local fish. Derek and Aaron were fun and very informative.”

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Tree Limin' Extreme Zipline - Views from St. Peter Mountain
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Tree Limin’ Extreme Zipline

4.Tree Limin’ Extreme Zipline

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

On St. Peter Mountain, you’ll ride a truck to a six-line rainforest course with two sky bridges and sweeping ocean views. Guides such as Francis, Sharon, Andrew, Calvin, and Kai keep the pace friendly and safety-focused. The final Yo-Yo zipline adds a memorable Caribbean twist.

“The tour guides are literally the BEST. Ask for Lani & Reed. They made the experience overly awesome!”

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Afternoon Snorkel, Pizza & Sunset Tour departing from St. Thomas & St. John - Red Hook to Cruz Bay, then out among the islands
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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

Spend about 5.5 hours aboard Reef Surfari with two snorkel stops in Virgin Islands National Park, pizza from Pizza Pi, drinks, and a sunset dance party. The crew may include CJ, John, Darian, BK, Sydney, or Andy. Pickup is available in Red Hook and Cruz Bay.

“Awesome snorkeling great company. Had so much fun with CJ and BK. They are a ton of fun and made for an amazing time. Highly recommend”

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Parasail Experience in St Thomas - A short boat ride, then your turn
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Parasail Experience in St Thomas

6.Parasail Experience in St Thomas

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

Meet your captain at Sapphire Beach Marina for a safety briefing, boat ride, and 8 to 10 minutes of parasailing above St. Thomas. Crews including Jack, Max, Jay, and Hunter are known for clear instructions and easy humor. Groups are limited to 12, and the boat returns to the marina after every participant flies.

“Jack and Chris are honestly the coolest and funniest guys you could meet out there. They made the whole parasailing process super smooth, and you can tell right away you’re in really good hands. We got amazing air time, and the ride out Read more”

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Sunset & Harbor Lights Dinner Sail from the Marriott's Frenchman's Cove - Boarding at Marriott Frenchman’s Cove
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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

Board The VI Cat at Marriott Frenchman’s Cove for a two-hour sunset and harbor lights sail. Enjoy tacos on Tuesdays or barbecue on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, along with alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. The spacious 54-foot catamaran offers open-air seating, island views, and a relaxed social atmosphere.

“The sunset cruise was exactly the kind of experience that stays with you. The crew made everything smooth and easy, and the vibe on board was relaxed but fun. Watching the sky shift from gold to deep purple over the water felt like a perfRead more”

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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

You’ll spend about 50 minutes on the water in a two-person, clear-bottom kayak at the Westin St. John Resort. After glow paint and photos, guides such as Bernard, Sam, Fawn, and Spencer lead you around the cove, where tarpon, baitfish, stingrays, and occasionally bats appear below the lights.

“We had a great time. Bernard was a great guide. We saw lots of fish and had a great time. It was fun to be on the water at night.”

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Sea Trek Helmet Dive at Coral World Ocean Park - The helmet makes this different from snorkeling
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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 walk an underwater trail in a weighted Sea Trek helmet that keeps your face dry and supplies air. Guides stay with your small group near the Underwater Observation Tower. The 45-minute experience suits non-swimmers who meet the health rules, and park admission is included.

“Fantastic time! Great experience without fear, especially if you've never snorkeled or scubaed before.”

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Cas Cay - Kayak Hike and Snorkel Adventure - How the Three Hours Usually Feel
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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’s red-mangrove lagoon, hike eight minutes across uneven coral rubble to Cas Cay’s cliffs and blowhole, then snorkel in a sheltered mangrove nursery. Guides such as Marcus, Swish, Dana, and Chase add island stories, wildlife facts, and plenty of humor. Equipment, snacks, water, lockers, and changing rooms are included.

“Nice variety of activities. Brooke was a wonderful guide. She was informative and helpful. Great experience.”

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

11.Shop, See, & Splash

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

Godfrey Tours combines Charlotte Amalie shopping, island viewpoints, and beach time in one six-and-a-half-hour outing. Expect commentary from guides such as Godfrey or Sherry, stops at Mountain Top, Bluebeard’s Hill, and Drake’s Seat, plus a choice of Magens Bay, Coki Beach, or Sapphire Beach. Drinks, water, and snacks are included.

“Fun experience, seen overlooks of beautiful beaches and ocean, very informative. Would do again definitely.”

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Snorkel Cat All Inclusive Adventure - Second Stop and the Value of a Flexible Plan
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Snorkel Cat All Inclusive Adventure

12.Snorkel Cat All Inclusive Adventure

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

Sail from Margaritaville Resort aboard Snorkel Cat for a five-hour outing to St. John National Park and nearby reefs. Captain Shawn, Captain Tuna, Captain Danny, and their crews are known for helpful instruction, good music, Painkiller cocktails, and flexible snorkeling plans. Gear, breakfast, lunch, soft drinks, and alcohol are included.

“Just book it! Amazing views awesome team! I’ll be back for the snorkel cat. From the captain to his team we felt at home on this boat.”

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Circle the Island of St. John | Lunch stop at Lime Out (Taco Boat) - Starting at 9 a.m. and 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 aboard a Stormy Pirates charter, with snorkeling stops, drinks, pizza, and lunch at the floating Lime Out taco boat. Captains and crew members such as Tara, Lacey, Sammy, Robyn, and Brandon are praised for attentive service. Depart from St. Thomas or St. John at 9 a.m.

“Best part of St John’s was our boat day today, we had the best time and Tara, our captain was amazing!”

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Cocktail Sunset Cruise from Sapphire Beach Resort - Champagne, Painkillers, and an Open Bar
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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 keys. Expect Champagne, unlimited drinks, appetizers, music, and commentary from crew members such as Nate, Whitney, Max, or Breezy. The boat returns to the same marina, leaving you free for dinner.

“Breezy and Cpt Stewart were so fun. The vibes were incredible and the views were spectacular. Would definitely do again when we visit again.”

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Flavors of St Thomas Walking Food Tour - Two rum cocktails, including the Painkiller
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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 through Charlotte Amalie with guides such as Michelle, Sabrina, Rocky, and DeAndre, stopping for Caribbean food and two rum cocktails. Expect curry chicken, fungi, slaw, fritters, plantains, saltfish, dessert, and a lesson in making a Painkiller. The three-hour tour starts at Fort Christian and stays near town.

“Michelle was such a great guide giving us lots of island history and delicious local food. Love love loved it!”

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