3 Islands, 3 Opportunities to Swim with Sea Turtles

Sea turtles are among the most treasured and protected marine species in the US Virgin Islands. Three species, in particular, frequent these waters—the green sea turtle, the hawksbill sea turtle, and the leatherback sea turtle. Between the three sister islands of St. Thomas, St. John, and St. Croix, they feed, nest, and thrive as they have for millions of years. 

If you have a trip planned to the USVI, no matter which island(s) you’re visiting, we highly recommend that you make time to snorkel alongside these ancient reptiles. Gentle and easy going in nature, the sea turtles of the Virgin Islands are accustomed to humans and tend to swim slowly and peaceably in our presence, so long as they are shown respect. Proper turtle etiquette means respecting the sea turtles’ space—no chasing, no touching, and definitely no riding the turtles.

Got questions? Please check out our FAQ guide about snorkeling with sea turtles!

We are excited to be able to offer sea turtle snorkel tours on all three of the US Virgin Islands—St. Thomas, St. John, and St. Croix. All three of our sea turtle snorkel tours provide a unique experience. If you are visiting the islands for a week, or even for a day off of a cruise ship, we can help you coordinate the ideal time to join us for an epic sea turtle adventure.

And, you can rest assured that you are making a responsible choice when you join us. As a company, we are committed to sustainable ecotourism, and we contribute to sea turtle conservation. Our expert guides are highly trained and will not only ensure everyone in the water behaves in ways that respect the sea turtles, they are also a wealth of information about the sea turtles and other marine life of the USVI waters.

Come experience the majestic presence of the sea turtles firsthand. We can't wait to show you our world!