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Beef Island Exploration: Mangrove Lagoon Paddle Tour in British Virgin Islands
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200 Ratings
Tortola
Embark on a thrilling Mangrove Lagoon Paddle Tour in Beef Island, British Virgin Islands. Explore untouched mangrove forests, encounter marine life, and immerse yourself in the pristine BVI ecosystem.
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
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Route 2 - Paddling either a kayak with one other person or a paddlebard, solo. We’ll go around the reef and into the lagoon at the downwind end, then make our way upwind sheltered by the mangrove trees. In the lagoon we will explore different quiet corners, watch passing wildlife, and enjoy the remarkable universe that is a mangrove lagoon.
If the season is right, you might also be asked to plant a mangrove seed to help our recovery following the devastation caused by Hurricane Irma in 2017.
What's Included
- Equipment
- Local guide
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Transportation to/from attractions
Additional Information
Experience a tranquil paddle safari, either by kayak or SUP (Stand-Up Paddleboard), through a pristine mangrove lagoon located on Beef Island, Tortola, in the British Virgin Islands. Perfect for a brief outing in the BVI, this tour is conducted in small groups under local guidance. These mangrove forests are often referred to as ‘the nurseries of the sea’ and shelter a wealth of juvenile marine life such as turtles, stingrays, baby sharks, and barracudas. Immerse yourself in the untouched BVI ecosystem, observe raw nature intimately and gain knowledge about the sea, the land, and the local culture.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Location
Tortola
CRUISE SHIP GUESTS: Because ships' arrival/departure times often change PLEASE CHECK YOUR VIATOR MESSAGES FOR CONFIRMED MEETING TIMES AS YOUR TOUR DATE NEARS.
Meet at the Tourist Board booth on the left as you leave the dock. Transport to the launch site may be in our vehicle (max 6) or in a taxi.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Mackenzie_b
Jun 19, 2024
Wonderful experience!!!!... - Wonderful experience!!!! I highly recommend. Our guide is a native and had so much great information.
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Suzanne_p
Jun 3, 2024
Fabulous Day - We had such a great time on this tour! Alex is fabulous and obviously has a great passion for the mangrove forests. We learned so much about these plants and their importance and even got to help spread seeds to an area that had been beaten down by past hurricanes. It was a GREAT day and I cannot recommend Alex and this tour highly enough!!!
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Virginia_w
May 28, 2024
Fun learning experience for me and my teen! - What an amazing experience! We've always wanted to see the mangroves that serve as a nursery to so many marine life. Alex was an amazing guide, passionate about the mangroves and their importance. If you live being in nature and learning about important ecosystems, check it out! You won't be sorry.
I'm pretty out of shape with a bigger body and didn't have any trouble really. Hardest part was getting in and out of the kayak.
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David_f
May 25, 2024
Excellent excursion - Very fun excursion off a cruise ship. We were on 1:30 tour and made it back to port in plenty of time. Alex was amazing. He clearly loves this natural wonder. We hit low tide, but he still got us through which made it that more memorable. I actually got to walk some of the mangroves. If you are active, don’t miss it!
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Tracey_f
Apr 12, 2024
Skip Cruise Ship Excursions-do this!!! - Alex was absolutely wonderful as a guide. We decided to skip the excursions the cruise ship offered and look on Viator. I’m so glad that we did. Prior to booking we saw all of the glowing reviews Alex had. He is so personable and full of knowledge. One other group from our cruise came as well. It ended up being just 9 of us in total. It was such a great time paddling through the mangroves. I easily could have spent another hour out there. Our driver Derek was great too!!
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Jessica_h
Apr 8, 2024
Great way to spend a morning - Really unique and educational experience! Note that it can be a pretty active experience, the wind/swells were pretty high the day we went and we had to paddle hard! My 13 yo old daughter was able to fully participate and really enjoyed the 'hands on' experience as an alternative to lounging on the beach one day. Recommend if you're interested in the educational aspect and are looking for a way to be active and learn more about the local ecosystem.
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Emily_s
Apr 3, 2024
So great - We had the best time!! It was absolutely beautiful, we learned a lot about the plants and animals, and our guide was great!
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Y5142ghdanielag
Apr 2, 2024
Learn a lot - That was the trip that we learned the most for the marine life and the islands, we enjoyed some physical activity. We were pleasantly surprised. Don’t miss this activity, good for adults and teens too. Thank you, Alex!
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Victoria
Apr 1, 2024
Great experience - Great experience, was me and my husbands first time kayaking but Alex was very patient and we got through it! Learned many different things, and my teen daughter loved it.
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Sara_g
Mar 23, 2024
Beautiful tour - This a great experience for our families and kids (ages 8-13). Beautiful scenery and very educational. The cab ride over from the port was also great sightseeing on the island. Would highly recommend this excursion!
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