Historic Hassel Island Kayak, Hike and Snorkel 3hrs Tour

General information

Destination
Saint Thomas, Virgin Islands (U.S.)

Program details

This tour leaves from Virgin Islands Ecotours' Frenchtown Marina location in Charlotte Amalie’s Harbor, and kayakers paddle twenty minutes to Fort Willoughby overlooking the cruise ships and Frenchman’s Reef. Paddle past Danish and British Colonial ruins and Careening Cove. A brief hike brings you to Fort Willoughby, a British Fort from the Napoleonic era and the Garrison House.


Paddle to the historic Creque Marine Railway which is undergoing a multimillion dollar renovation by the Virgin Islands Park Service. The tour concludes with a visit to Garden Beach allowing you to relax in the shade, cool off with a dip in the beach or enjoy a guided snorkel. Depending upon weather conditions or guest preferences, a hike up to explore the British Naval Fort Shipley, 130', may be substituted for the paddle to Fort Willoughby.




Duration: 3 hours.

Start/opening time: At 9:30am and 2pm..

Languages: English.

Others: Snorkel gear and instruction, safety equipment, dry bag, beverages and snack included. Participants should be 16 years or over and in good physical condition. This is a limited availability tour, be sure to make your reservation early so you don't miss the date(s) you want. The hike is rugged and pants and closed shoes are recommended.