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ST THOMAS — For exciting, family-friendly eco tours that will help you discover the magic of the U.S. Virgin Islands, look no further than Virgin Islands Eco Tours! Book an excursion with this award-winning eco-tourism and kayak tour adventure company to uncover the astonishing natural wonders of St Thomas and St John, including their beautiful waters, magnificent beaches and rare historic structures. Group sizes large or small can book a memorable experience with VI Eco Tours that are guaranteed to create everlasting memories. Whether exploring in the water or on land, there’s something for everyone at VI Eco Tours.

Kayaking, snorkeling, stand up paddleboarding and hiking are the various guided tour options available to guests. The Cas Cay Kayak, Hike, & Snorkel Tour is one of their most popular activities. On this three-hour tour, guests will experience Virgin Is-lands nature at its finest at Cas Cay. Located just outside a mangrove la-goon, this 15-acre uninhabited tropical island is free of development and under the protection of the Department of Natural Resources. Guests will kayak, hike and snorkel their way around this pristine gem as they be-come acquainted with the variety of plant and animal species on the is-land and uncover unique points of interest along the way. VI Eco Tours offers an assortment of equipment for rent that includes single and double kayaks, stand up paddleboards, lily pads, floats, snorkel gear and more. Their powerboat excursions explore the enchanting cays, coves and beaches in the surrounding waters of St. Thomas and St. John. The Do It All Boat Trip features visits to 2 snorkel stops, indulging in fresh baked pizza from a float-ing pizzeria and an open bar sunset dance party – all in one trip! Half-day, full-day and sunset charters are also available on their fleet of yachts and powerboats leaving from either St. Thomas or St. John. The guides and staff at VI Eco Tours take safety seriously. All are CPR qualified and First Aid trained and have lifeguard and EMT certifications and training. All guided adventure tours include single or tandem, easy to paddle sit-on-top kayaks, paddles, lifejackets, snorkel gear and paddling and snorkeling instruction. Guests also have access to storage lockers, showers for rinsing plus snacks and bottled water. On 5-hour tours, guests are served a homemade local Caribbean or American-style cuisine lunch. To learn more about VI Eco Tours and what they offer to fulfill the adventurous spirit in you, visit their website at www.viecotours.com.

Written by Anquanette Gaspard agaspard@cruzanfoodie.com