10 Hiking & Trekking Tours in the Virgin Islands to Build a Day Around

1.Sea Trek Helmet Dive at Coral World Ocean Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 992 reviews · from $119Our pick

At Coral World Ocean Park in St. Thomas, you walk an underwater trail in a weighted Sea Trek helmet while breathing normally and keeping your face dry. A local guide stays with you near the Underwater Observation Tower. Your ticket includes park admission, and the full visit takes about 45 minutes, with roughly 15 to 30 minutes underwater.

“I was ok until I was standing there to get in the water then I got extremely nervous. FIY, I don’t know how to swim lol but once I was in the water, I absolutely loved it!!! I said I was going to remember their names but the young man from Nebraska did a great job of giving instructions on what to do and what not to do. The young lady and man where there with us the entire time. Fantastic experience and I would do it again!!”

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2.Cas Cay – Kayak Hike and Snorkel Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 870 reviews · from $99

Paddle from Mangrove Lagoon Marina through red mangrove channels, then hike Cas Cay’s sandy, coral-strewn trail to tidal pools, volcanic cliffs, and a blowhole. Finish with snorkeling in a mangrove nursery. Guides such as Marcus, Swish, Dana, and Chase lead the way, explain local wildlife, and help beginners handle the kayaks.

“My son and I rode the safari bus to the location. Marcus was our tour guide, and he was great. We had a small group and a leisure time out. To top it off I won the hermit crab race. Thanks Marcus!”

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3.Best of Mangrove Lagoon Kayak, Hike and Snorkel Adventure with Picnic Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 261 reviews · from $159

Spend about five hours with Virgin Islands Ecotours kayaking the Mangrove Lagoon, hiking Cas Cay to a volcanic blowhole, and snorkeling for starfish, rays, fish, and more. Guides such as Dana, Freddie, Chrissy, and Swish add natural and island knowledge, while lunch, equipment, and bottled water are included. Round-trip transport is available with the selected option.

“We traveled to Mexico last year and booked a bike tour to several cenotes. It was easily the best part of our trip so when we planned our trip to St Thomas we knew we'd want to add a guide-led tour. My partner and I work in renewable energy so getting to link up with VI Ecotours seemed like a great fit. We were not disappointed! Our guide, Soren, was super knowledgeable and friendly. Learn about killer trees, the beauty of the mangroves, and get up close and personal with Cassiopeia jellyfish! One important note, there is a gun range nearby so you might hear gunfire - avoid if you're…”

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4.Mount Healthy National Park Private Hike Tour in Tortola

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 59 reviews · from $70

Meet guides such as Sef, David, Kaleem, or Seth at the Tortola cruise pier for a private Mount Healthy nature walk. Expect coastal views, semi-rain forest, medicinal plants, springs, crayfish catching, a bamboo meadow, fruit, lemonade, and cool lemongrass towels. The route can be easy or more demanding, depending on your group.

“This was a lovely, easy hike - about 1.25 miles round trip. The guide was great at plant identification and telling us about Tortola. He was very knowledgeable. The fruit at the end was good and the lemonade particularly noteworthy - a definite fan favorite.”

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5.Honeymoon Beach Eco Hike and Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 48 reviews · from $99

You’ll walk one mile down the Lind Point Trail with a local guide such as CJ, Spencer, or Harrison, learning about St. John’s plants, wildlife, and island history. At Honeymoon Beach, you’ll have about an hour for shore snorkeling or beach time before walking back. Gear is included, with 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. departures.

“Spencer and Ally were both great. They provided a wonderful tour and taught us a lot on the hike. The snorkeling was great as well. I highly recommend this tour”

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6.Brewers Bay Eco Hiking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · from $80

Spend about three hours hiking Brewers Bay with a private HIKE BVI guide. Learn about local plants, visit an old ruin, meet pineapple farmer Michael, and follow a rocky stream to the spring mouth. David has led groups at an easy pace, with water and snacks provided. Pickup can be arranged, and the tour returns to its starting point.

“It was about a 10 minute bus ride to the start of the trail. There were just 6 people in our group. David kept the pace slow so he could tell us about the various trees and plants along our route.”

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7.Private Hiking Tour in British Virgin Island with the Best 360 View

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · from $100

Meet your guide at Trellis Bay Market Bar & Grill for a private hike up 736-foot Mount Alma. Expect a steep, sometimes demanding bush trail, stories about Beef Island’s plants and past, and wide views over Trellis Bay, Bluff Bay, and the British Virgin Islands. Guides such as Seph or Sef may provide drinks and a snack at the summit.

“We had a great time on this hike with Seph, our tour guide. He picked us up at Maria's By The Sea, which is a short walk from the cruise port. On our very scenic 25 minute drive to the hike, Seph was very friendly and informative about Tortola Read more”

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8.Shark Bay ( Batcave) National Park Hiking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 14 reviews · from $80

Spend about two hours hiking Shark Bay National Park on Tortola, with a short stop at Mount Healthy’s ruins and the Fahie Hill murals. Guide Step can explain local plants, wildlife, and island history while you tackle rocky ground, forest shade, a beach, and dramatic sea cliffs. Pickup is offered, and groups are limited to 14 people.

“All in all, we quite enjoyed the tour. After the hike, however, we had the feeling that our guide was somehow no longer quite as passionate about his job. He seemed a bit tired (?) and rather uncommunicative. It was also probably not entirely Read more”

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9.Magens Bay Trail Hiking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $60Best value

Follow a local guide down the Magens Bay Trail from the upper trailhead to one of St. Thomas’s best-known beaches. Expect tropical plants, island history, wildlife notes, steep and rocky patches, wide photo views, and about 20 minutes at the beach. Bring water, snacks, and sturdy shoes.

“Our guide was fun and friendly. Communication was great, even came to get us when we got lost finding meet up location. The hike was beautiful and informative! We found treasures along the way which added to the fun. Hike was moderate to easy. Highly recommend!”

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10.Mount Alma Hike And Beach Excursion (cruise ship friendly )

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $100

Ride an open-air safari through Tortola with guide David or John, hike Mount Alma to 736 feet for wide BVI views, then spend 90 minutes at a quiet white-sand beach with chairs, umbrellas, showers, bathrooms, and a restaurant nearby.

“We had an excellent time with t best guide in David who was so great with the kids. Would highly recommend!”

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