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Coral Reef and Turtle Discovery Tour
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Coral Reef and Turtle Discovery Tour

By St. Thomas Adventure Tours
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Ages 5-80, max of 9 per group
Duration: 5h
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Live guide: English
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  • A cooler packed with sandwiches, cookies and bottled water
  • Use of Kayak & Snorkel Gear
  • Guided kayaking and snorkeling
What's not included
  • Gratuity is recommended (15-20%). Automatic 20% gratuity is due in cash for groups of 5 +
  • Pick up and drop off (except at Emerald Beach Resort)
  • Photos (above and underwater $40). Bookings of 5 or more may have two guides ($40 per guide).


Start:
  • Emerald Beach Resort, 8070, Lindbergh Bay, St Thomas 00802, USVI
    Required: Check in 15 mins before start time is required or you will miss the tour and payment will not be refunded.Wait OUTSIDE of the Emerald Beach Hotel lobby. Parking is in the Emerald Beach Resort parking lot and is free of charge during the time you are on the tour.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Near public transportation
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 7192P1

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Transportation is from Emerald Beach Resort (leaves 15 mins before the start time of the tour). Pick up at other locatins is not offered.
    • A minimum of 2 guests is required per booking.
    • At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the following information: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
    • Maximum participant weight for an individual is 225 pounds. If a participant is over the weight limit, they may not participate in the activity.
    • Maximum weight for for tandem (double kayak) is 425 pounds (total for both participants). Children must be accompanied by an adult
    • Minimum age is 5 years old. All participants must know how to swim, be able to walk on uneven surfaces and climb into an off road vehicle. Children under 9 must paddle with an adult.
    • Not recommended for participants with back problems, heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
    • Subject to favorable weather conditions
    • Please note that 20% gratuity is due on the day of the tour in cash for groups of 5 or more.
    • At the time of booking, all participants must provide: Adults: Sweater size with gender Children: Age, gender and weight All: Shoe size with gender (indicate if it is an adult or child's size).
    • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
    • At the time of booking, all participants must provide: Sandwich choice: Turkey, ham or salami and which toppings you would like on each sandwich: Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Mayo, Mustard, Butter. Lunch beverage (choose on per person): Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite or bottled water. Let us know if you are vegan/vegetarian or have any dietary restrictions).
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 9 travelers

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 7192P1

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    Amily A
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    Jun 2023 • Family
    Toured with Connor and he was amazing! He was very knowledgeable about the sea life and we got to see the sea creatures up close including a sting ray, squid, and of course the sea turtles! Connor took great photos as well!
    Written June 25, 2023
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    Thank you so much for the great review! I will let Conner know of your praises! We love sharing about nature and history on our tours - so glad you enjoyed the tour and photos!
    Written August 10, 2023
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