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title: Parasailing, Jet Ski & Kayak Tours in St Thomas
lang: en
type: tour_collection
city: St Thomas
country: Caribbean
tours: 13
price_from_eur: 54
reviews_total: 4604
as_of: 2026-10-18
canonical: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/water-sports-st-thomas/
---

# Parasailing, Jet Ski & Kayak Tours in St Thomas

> **Guidekin** is a hand-picked catalogue: we read every listing ourselves and keep only operators rated 4.5★ with 30+ traveler reviews. [How we choose tours](https://guidekin.com/how-we-choose-tours/) Catalogue data as of October 18, 2026.

## Guidekin's verdict (last checked October 7, 2026)

We compared 13 water sport listings on this page, including St John and St Croix options, for instruction, jet ski pricing and port transfers.

- **First timer?:** [Cas Cay Kayak, Hike and Snorkel](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/tours/cas-cay-kayak-hike-and-snorkel-adventure/?format=md). For moderately fit first timers, choose Cas Cay's kayak, hike and snorkel tour with instruction at €90 per person for 3h; expect uneven ground. Gear and snacks included. Trade-off: Hike crosses uneven sand and coral rubble. — now €90 per person, 4.88 (1083)
- **Cruise port pickup?:** [Mangrove Lagoon Shore Excursion](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/tours/shore-excursion-mangrove-lagoon-kayak-snorkel-w-transportation/?format=md). Choose the Mangrove Lagoon shore excursion for kayaking, snorkeling and port transfers at €108 per person for 2h 30m; moderate fitness required. Gear and lockers included. Trade-off: Requires moderate fitness. — now €108 per person, 4.83 (221)

Also compared:

- [Westin St John Jet Ski Tour](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/tours/1-hour-jet-ski-tour-in-the-virgin-islands-from-westin-st-john/?format=md): Jet ski, priced per ski. Trade-off: Two adults need two skis and valid driver's licenses.. — now €154 per person, 4.9 (39)
- [Parasail Experience in St Thomas](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/tours/parasail-experience-in-st-thomas/?format=md): Parasailing with a boat ride. Trade-off: Transport to and from the activity is excluded.. — now €118 per person, 4.85 (1359)
- [Sunset Mangrove Lagoon Kayak](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/tours/sunset-kayak-tour-in-the-mangrove-lagoon-st-thomas/?format=md): Guided sunset paddling. Trade-off: Hotel pickup and drop off excluded.. — now €54 per person, 4.9 (142)
- [On Your Own: Mangrove Lagoon Kayak](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/tours/on-your-own-kayak-in-the-mangrove-lagoon/?format=md): Paddling at your own pace. Trade-off: Bring your own snacks and drinks.. — now €63 per person, 4.76 (54)

Commissions never affect the order.

## All 13 tours, ranked by Guidekin score

| # | Tour | Collections | Price | Rating | Duration | Runs | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Best of Mangrove Lagoon Kayak, Hike and Snorkel Adventure with Picnic Lunch](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/tours/best-of-mangrove-lagoon-kayak-hike-and-snorkel-adventure-with-picnic-lunch/?format=md) | Snorkeling Tours | €144 per person | 4.93 (347) | 5h | daily 10:00 | up to 16 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 2 | [St Thomas Sea Turtle Snorkel Kayak Adventure Tour](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/tours/st-thomas-sea-turtle-snorkel-kayak-adventure-tour/?format=md) | Snorkeling Tours | €126 per person | 5.0 (63) | 4h | daily 10:00 | up to 8 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 3 | [Kayak & Snorkel with Sea Turtles, National Park, St. John](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/tours/kayak-snorkel-with-sea-turtles-national-park-st-john/?format=md) | Snorkeling Tours, St John Tours | €108 per person | 4.9 (397) | 3h | daily 09:00–14:00 | up to 15 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 4 | [Cas Cay - Kayak Hike and Snorkel Adventure](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/tours/cas-cay-kayak-hike-and-snorkel-adventure/?format=md) | Snorkeling Tours | €90 per person | 4.88 (1083) | 3h | daily 09:30–13:30 | up to 30 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 5 | [Sunset Kayak Tour in the Mangrove Lagoon, St Thomas](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/tours/sunset-kayak-tour-in-the-mangrove-lagoon-st-thomas/?format=md) |  | €54 per person | 4.9 (142) | 1h 30m | Tue Thu 15:30–17:00 | up to 15 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 6 | [St Thomas Kayak and Sea Turtle Snorkel Excursion](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/tours/st-thomas-kayak-and-sea-turtle-snorkel-excursion/?format=md) | Snorkeling Tours | €126 per person | 4.9 (42) | 4h | Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri 09:00–13:00 | up to 8 per booking · free cancel · instant · pickup · en |
| 7 | [1 Hour Jet Ski Tour in the Virgin Islands from Westin St. John](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/tours/1-hour-jet-ski-tour-in-the-virgin-islands-from-westin-st-john/?format=md) | St John Tours | €154 per person | 4.9 (39) | 1h | daily 09:00–14:45 | up to 4 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 8 | [Parasail Experience in St Thomas](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/tours/parasail-experience-in-st-thomas/?format=md) |  | €118 per person | 4.85 (1359) | 1h 15m | daily 09:15–16:00 | up to 12 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 9 | [Shore Excursion: Mangrove Lagoon Kayak & Snorkel w transportation](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/tours/shore-excursion-mangrove-lagoon-kayak-snorkel-w-transportation/?format=md) | Snorkeling Tours, Cruise Ship Excursions | €108 per person | 4.83 (221) | 2h 30m | daily 09:00–14:00 | up to 25 per booking · free cancel · instant · pickup · en |
| 10 | [On Your Own: Kayak in the Mangrove Lagoon](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/tours/on-your-own-kayak-in-the-mangrove-lagoon/?format=md) |  | €63 per person | 4.76 (54) | 7h | daily 08:30–13:00 | up to 10 per booking · free cancel · instant |
| 11 | [Parasail Experience in St Croix](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/tours/parasail-experience-in-st-croix/?format=md) |  | €77 per person | 4.75 (64) | 1h 30m | Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 10:00–16:00 | up to 12 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 12 | [St Thomas Mangrove Lagoon Kayak and Snorkel Tour in the US Virgin Islands](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/tours/st-thomas-mangrove-lagoon-kayak-and-snorkel-tour-in-the-us-virgin-islands/?format=md) | Snorkeling Tours | €81 per person | 4.79 (718) | 2h 30m | daily 10:00–14:00 | up to 15 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 13 | [3 Hour Kayak and Snorkel Tour](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/tours/3-hour-kayak-and-snorkel-tour/?format=md) | Snorkeling Tours | €126 per person | 4.67 (75) | 3h | daily 09:00–14:00 | up to 12 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |

## Why each made the list

- **Best of Mangrove Lagoon Kayak, Hike and Snorkel Adventure with Picnic Lunch** — Kayak through Mangrove Lagoon, hike to volcanic cliffs and a blowhole on Cas Cay, then snorkel among coral reefs. A guide, kayak and snorkel equipment, water and lunch are included; expect walking and paddling that require moderate fitness. 4.93 from 347 reviews at €144 per person for 5h.
- **St Thomas Sea Turtle Snorkel Kayak Adventure Tour** — Kayak and snorkel in protected waters on an outing focused on looking for sea turtles. Guided paddling and snorkeling, equipment, sandwiches, cookies and water are included; bookings require at least two guests and moderate fitness. 5 from 63 reviews at €126 per person for 4h.
- **Kayak & Snorkel with Sea Turtles, National Park, St. John** — Paddle from Cruz Bay into the Virgin Islands National Park to Scott’s Beach for reef snorkeling. A guide, all equipment, bottled water and a small chocolate bar are included; a high level of physical fitness is required. 4.9 from 397 reviews at €108 per person for 3h.
- **Cas Cay - Kayak Hike and Snorkel Adventure** — Kayak through St. Thomas' Mangrove Lagoon, explore Cas Cay on foot and snorkel in the marine reserve. Equipment, instruction, water, snacks and lockers are included; the hike crosses uneven sand and coral rubble, and moderate fitness is required. 4.88 from 1083 reviews at €90 per person for 3h.
- **Sunset Kayak Tour in the Mangrove Lagoon, St Thomas** — Paddle a two-person kayak through mangrove passages to Bird Island at sunset, then around Bovoni Cay as birds head to their roosts. A guide, kayak, paddle, life jacket and water are included; hotel transfers are excluded. 4.9 from 142 reviews at €54 per person for 1h 30m.
- **St Thomas Kayak and Sea Turtle Snorkel Excursion** — Kayak to a beach and snorkel in a protected bay to look for sea turtles, with up to six guests per guide. Lessons, kayak and snorkel gear, sandwiches, cookies and water are included; bookings require at least two guests and moderate fitness. 4.9 from 42 reviews at €126 per person for 4h.
- **1 Hour Jet Ski Tour in the Virgin Islands from Westin St. John** — Ride a jet ski from Great Cruz Bay through the cays of Pillsbury Sound between St. Thomas and St. John. A life jacket is included, and children aged ten to seventeen ride free; adults must each operate their own ski and hold a valid driver's license. 4.9 from 39 reviews for 1h.
- **Parasail Experience in St Thomas** — Pair an offshore powerboat ride with parasailing above the waters of St Thomas. A professional guide and National Park fees are included; participants must be at least six, and transport to the activity is extra. 4.85 from 1359 reviews at €118 per person for 1h 15m.
- **Shore Excursion: Mangrove Lagoon Kayak & Snorkel w transportation** — Paddle through the mangroves, then snorkel in a shallow lagoon habitat to look for marine life. Hotel or port transfers, all equipment, lockers, water and a candy snack are included; moderate fitness is required. 4.83 from 221 reviews at €108 per person for 2h 30m.
- **On Your Own: Kayak in the Mangrove Lagoon** — Explore the Mangrove Lagoon's shallow waterways and tunnels at your own pace on a self-guided paddle. Kayak equipment and life jackets are included; bring your own snacks and drinks, and children must be at least five and accompanied by an adult. 4.76 from 54 reviews at €63 per person for 7h.
- **Parasail Experience in St Croix** — Combine an offshore powerboat ride with parasailing above the water in St Croix. A professional guide and National Park fees are included, but transport to and from the activity, food and drinks are excluded. 4.75 from 64 reviews at €77 per person for 1h 30m.
- **St Thomas Mangrove Lagoon Kayak and Snorkel Tour in the US Virgin Islands** — Kayak through the winding channels of St. Thomas’ Mangrove Lagoon and snorkel among its islands. A guide, kayak and snorkel equipment, water, a candy snack and parking are included; hotel pickup and drop-off are excluded. 4.79 from 718 reviews at €81 per person for 2h 30m.
- **3 Hour Kayak and Snorkel Tour** — Learn kayaking basics at Cruz Bay, then paddle to Scott Beach to snorkel and look for turtles and stingrays. A guide and snorkel equipment are included; bring water, and expect an outing requiring moderate fitness. 4.67 from 75 reviews at €126 per person for 3h.

## Other collections in St Thomas

- [Private Tours](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/private-tours-st-thomas/?format=md) — 51 tours
- [Snorkeling Tours](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/snorkeling-tours-st-thomas/?format=md) — 48 tours
- [Catamaran & Sailing Trips](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/catamaran-sails-st-thomas/?format=md) — 36 tours
- [Cruise Ship Excursions](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/cruise-excursions-st-thomas/?format=md) — 34 tours
- [St John Tours](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/st-john-tours/?format=md) — 24 tours
- [Private Boat Charters](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/private-boat-charters-st-thomas/?format=md) — 21 tours
- [Sunset Cruises](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/sunset-cruises-st-thomas/?format=md) — 18 tours
- [Island Sightseeing Tours](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/island-tours-st-thomas/?format=md) — 15 tours
- [Scuba Diving](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/scuba-diving-st-thomas/?format=md) — 6 tours
- [Night Kayak & Bioluminescence](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/night-kayak-bioluminescence-st-thomas/?format=md) — 4 tours

## FAQ

**Should I choose kayaking and snorkeling or parasailing in St Thomas?**

Choose St Thomas Sea Turtle Snorkel & Kayak Adventure for paddling and snorkeling, or Parasail Experience in St Thomas for a flight and boat ride. For example, St Thomas Sea Turtle Snorkel & Kayak Adventure costs €126 per person, rated 5 from 63 reviews. Parasail Experience in St Thomas costs €118 per person, rated 4.85 from 1,359 reviews. Turtle sightings are not guaranteed; transport to and from parasailing is excluded. Explore kayak and snorkel options: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/snorkeling-tours-st-thomas/ · Browse water sports: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/water-sports-st-thomas/

**What does the jet ski tour cost for two adults, and where does it start?**

The Westin St John Jet Ski Tour costs €154 per ski. Two adults need separate skis and valid driver's licenses. The Westin St John Jet Ski Tour is rated 4.9 from 39 reviews. For two adults, add the listed ski price twice. It departs from the Westin on St John, a separate island; include an island crossing in your plans if you are staying on St Thomas. Explore St John activities: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/st-john-tours/

**How much time and money should I allow for a kayak and snorkel tour?**

Give kayaking with snorkeling a morning or afternoon: the listed medians are 3 hours and €117 per person. Allow travel time separately. These figures cover the 8 water sports listings that also sit in the snorkeling category. The middle half costs €104 to €126 per person. For example, Cas Cay Kayak, Hike and Snorkel costs €90 per person, rated 4.88 from 1,083 reviews. Its hike crosses uneven sand and coral rubble. Browse kayak and snorkel tours: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/snorkeling-tours-st-thomas/ · Filter shorter water sports: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/water-sports-st-thomas/?duration_max=3

**Are these water sports suitable for children or someone with limited mobility?**

2 of 13 listings are operator-marked for wheelchair access. Start with that filter for mobility needs; use the children filter only for stroller and infant acceptance. The children filter matches 2 of 13 listings; it does not give activity age limits. For access needs, filter first, then confirm with the operator what boarding and participation require. As an example of physical demands, Cas Cay Kayak, Hike and Snorkel requires moderate fitness and its hike crosses uneven sand and coral rubble. It costs €90 per person, rated 4.88 from 1,083 reviews. Filter operator-marked access: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/water-sports-st-thomas/?wheelchair=true · Filter stroller and infant acceptance: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/water-sports-st-thomas/?kids=true

**Does a water sports tour with hotel pickup also collect me at my cruise pier?**

Use stated port transfers for a cruise stop: Mangrove Lagoon Shore Excursion includes them. A hotel pickup marker alone does not promise collection at your cruise pier. Hotel pickup is marked on 2 of 13 listings. Mangrove Lagoon Shore Excursion costs €108 per person, rated 4.83 from 221 reviews, with port transfers, gear and lockers included. Port transfers alone do not promise a particular pier or a return timed to the ship. Explore cruise excursions: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/cruise-excursions-st-thomas/

**Is food included on a kayak tour, or should I bring my own?**

Choose Best of Mangrove Lagoon with Picnic Lunch if you want a meal included; bring snacks and drinks for On Your Own: Mangrove Lagoon Kayak. For example, Best of Mangrove Lagoon with Picnic Lunch costs €144 per person, rated 4.93 from 347 reviews. On Your Own: Mangrove Lagoon Kayak costs €63 per person, rated 4.76 from 54 reviews. Read water sport inclusions: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/water-sports-st-thomas/

**Can I book a private water sports activity for my partner or family?**

For an activity reserved for your party, start with the private tours page. Here, 13 of 13 listings are marked shared and none are marked private. For example, Sunset Mangrove Lagoon Kayak is shared at €54 per person, rated 4.9 from 142 reviews. Hotel pickup and drop off are excluded. Booking places together does not make a shared activity private. Explore private tours: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/private-tours-st-thomas/ · Explore private boat charters: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/private-boat-charters-st-thomas/


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| Group | Parameters | Values |
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| Private or shared | `tour_type` | private, shared |
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| Price (EUR) | `price_min`, `price_max` | numbers |
| Duration (hours) | `duration_min`, `duration_max` | numbers |
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