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St. Thomas Snorkeling

Dive in for unforgettable wildlife encounters.

Swim with the Turtles!

You can encounter wildlife swimming almost anywhere around St. Thomas, but some of the best snorkel spots lie just a short boat trip away. Head to Virgin Islands National Park on St. John to experience unparalleled snorkeling among coral reefs, or visit Buck Island National Wildlife Refuge’s Turtle Cove for the best chance to see green sea turtles gliding along the sea grass.

In addition to abundant tropical fish and stunning corals, wildlife lovers travel from all over the world to the Virgin Islands to see the resident turtles. Hawksbill, leatherback, and green sea turtles call these waters home and nest on the nearby beaches every year. Swimming next to them is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that you don’t want to miss.

On these top-rated snorkeling tours, all the details are taken care of so you can just jump in and enjoy. Travel in a comfortable boat with experienced guides who know the best places to see wildlife, then relax on board on the way back as you share stories of what you saw.

Check out our snorkeling tours from St. Thomas and book yours online now!

Discover an Underwater Paradise

When you see the glimmering blue waters around St. Thomas, the first thing you’ll want to do is jump right in!

A magical world awaits you underneath the surface, where you can see the local wildlife up close, explore coral reefs, and fall under the spell of St. Thomas. Take the plunge and discover this underwater paradise on a St. Thomas snorkeling tour!

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