Crystal kayaking and snorkeling in St. Vincent

Paddle a see-through kayak, then slip into the water to snorkel

Crystal kayaking and snorkeling in St. Vincent starts at Villa Beach with a guide who takes you out in transparent kayaks toward Fort Duvernette and Young Island. You paddle over shallow water where the kayak bottom lets you watch fish and the seabed without getting wet, then anchor at a snorkeling site to swim and explore the reef. The experience runs two hours and includes kayaks, snorkeling gear, bottled water and a live guide in English. Packages vary: some add a private beach picnic, others time the paddle for sunset.

The experience

The kayaks are the whole point. Built with a transparent hull, they let you sit dry and peer straight down into the water as you paddle from Villa Beach toward Fort Duvernette. The route crosses shallow areas where you can track the seabed, rock formations and whatever moves below without suiting up or getting in. If you want to hike, Fort Duvernette sits at the end of the paddle. The fort itself is optional, but the kayak ride to it is the core of the morning.

After paddling, you anchor at a snorkeling site picked by your guide. This is where you actually enter the water with mask and fins to swim the reef. Some packages include a private picnic set up on a secluded beach before the snorkel, which stretches the experience and gives you a break between paddling and swimming. The guide stays with you in the water, so you're not navigating the reef alone.

The whole outing takes two hours. You'll need to choose your package at checkout: options range from kayaking plus snorkeling as a straightforward pairing, to the Intimic experience with the beach picnic included, to a sunset version that times the paddle for late afternoon light. Public transport runs near Villa Beach if you're not arranging your own ride. The activity suits all fitness levels, though it's not recommended if you have spinal injuries or are pregnant.

What’s included

• Transparent kayak and paddle.
• snorkeling mask, fins and snorkel.
• bottled water.
• live guide in English.
• the Intimic package adds a private beach picnic.

Options for this experience

6 options

See Everything with the MAZU packageGuide in English · 10:00 and 12:00

Sunset tour: See EverythingGuide in English · 15:30Fort Duvernette hike, 2 hours, drinks included. Sunset tour: catch the sunset from the water while we show you everything (snorkeling optional)

Crystal Kayak+Aquatrike ComboGuide in English · 14:00Waverunner: glide across clear waters in a crystal kayak to take in the beauty beneath you, then switch to the aquatrike; 2 hours, drinks included

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Kayaking + SnorkelingGuide in English · 10:00, 12:00 and 14:00Snorkel session: snorkel and mask included (fins not included), with a snorkel instructor and beverages after the experience at Fort Duvernette

See Everything with the EZILI packageGuide in English · 10:00 and 12:00Photo package with finger food and beverages

INTIMIC experienceGuide in English · 10:00Full-spread beach picnic, with snorkeling and photos

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Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 10:00, 12:00, 14:00 and 15:30

AgesAdult (18 to 70 years) · Youth (13 to 17 years) · Child (5 to 12 years) · Infant (1 to 4 years): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 9 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 7 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for back problems

Operated by Siteseeing with Cass

Is this one for you?Book the basic kayaking plus snorkeling if you want to see the reef without a long time commitment: two hours covers the paddle and the swim. Choose the Intimic experience if you'd rather slow down and eat on the beach between paddling and snorkeling, turning it into a half-day outing.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 17 years); Child (5 to 12 years); Infant (1 to 4 years): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What exactly can I see through the bottom of a crystal kayak?

The transparent hull lets you watch the seabed, rocks, sand and fish moving below as you paddle over shallow water near Villa Beach and Fort Duvernette. You stay dry and seated the whole time, so it's viewing without swimming.

Do I have to climb Fort Duvernette, or is it optional?

Fort Duvernette sits at the end of the kayak paddle, and your guide offers the hike to the top as an option. You can skip it and stay with the boats if you prefer.

When do I actually snorkel, and how long do I spend in the water?

Snorkeling happens after the paddle, at a reef site your guide chooses. You enter the water with mask and fins, and your guide stays with you while you explore.

What's the difference between the Intimic package and the basic kayaking plus snorkeling option?

The Intimic experience adds a private picnic set up on a secluded beach between the paddle and the snorkel, giving you a break and a meal. The basic option is paddling and snorkeling back-to-back.

Is the sunset tour the same route, just later in the day?

The Sunset Tour times the paddle for late afternoon, so you're on the water as the light changes. The route and snorkeling stop are the same. The timing is what shifts.

What do I need to bring, and what's provided?

The operator supplies kayaks, snorkeling gear, and bottled water. A live guide in English leads the whole experience. Wear clothes you don't mind getting wet and bring sunscreen. Public transport is available near Villa Beach if you need it.