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Norman Island Snorkeling

  By Cheryl Pinongpong • October 13, 2014 , ,

 

Norman Island Snorkeling

Norman Island Snorkeling

Port/City: Tortola, B.V.I.

Activity Type: 
Beach and/or Water-Related Activities | Snorkel & SCUBA Tours

Approximate Duration: 
3 hour(s) 

Prices starting from:
*59.00 USD (Adult)
*49.00 USD (Child)
*0.00 USD (Infant) 

Dates Offered: 27-Mar-2015

Overview: Experience the British Virgin Island’s premier snorkeling at a small island south of Tortola. Norman Island is the source of many pirate legends and was inspiration for “Treasure Island.” Explore underwater wonders – and maybe find pirate loot as well as colorful marine life – in its caves. At a second snorkeling site, gentlely paddle in shallow water or simply enjoy a swim. Total snorkeling time is about 1.5 hours between the two locations.

Highlights: Norman Island: A source of pirate legends, this island was the model for “Treasure Island,” by Robert Louis Stevenson. Scenic Marine Transfer: Enjoy the views on the 30-minute ride across the Sir Francis Drake Channel via launch. Guided Snorkeling: See colorful marine life as you explore the island’s caves and paddle in shallow water at a second site. 

 

 

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Tortola Kayak Snorkel and Eco Tour

  By Cheryl Pinongpong • September 30, 2014 , ,

Tortola Kayak, Snorkel and Beach

Tortola Kayak Snorkel and Eco Tour

Port/City: Tortola, B.V.I.

Activity Type: 
Snorkel & SCUBA Tours | Beach and/or Water-Related Activities | Wilderness & Wildlife Tours | Adventure Tours

Approximate Duration: 
3 hour(s) 30 minute(s) 

Prices starting from:
*98.00 USD (Adult)
*98.00 USD (Child)
*0.00 USD (Infant) 

Dates Offered: 27-Mar-2015

Overview: Explore Tortola’s complex ecosystem as you kayak and snorkel in the clear waters of a protected bay. Marvel at the island’s pristine beauty as you paddle from Fat Hog’s Bay into the heart of a mangrove forest. Touch starfish and sea cucumbers as a guide discusses the area’s fragile environment. Glide past ruins of 17th century Fort Hodge, and Quaker burial grounds. Then sunbathe, swim or snorkel over a nursery reef on a private beach. 

Highlights: Kayak Tortola: Paddle to the heart of a mangrove forest, and learn about the eco-structure of the regions. Notable Sights: Paddle past the ruins of Fort Hodge, built in 1625, and historic Quaker burial grounds. Beach Time: Relax on a beautiful private beach or snorkel over shallow “nursery” reefs amid schools of juvenile fish. 

 

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Original Virgin Canopy Tour

  By Cheryl Pinongpong • September 11, 2014 , ,

Original Virgin Canopy Tour

Original Virgin Canopy Tour

Port/City: Tortola, B.V.I.

Activity Type: 
Adventure Tours

Approximate Duration: 
3 hour(s) 30 minute(s) 

Prices starting from:
*119.00 USD (Adult)
*119.00 USD (Child)
*0.00 USD (Infant) 

Dates Offered: 27-Mar-2015

Overview: Glide across a mountain top on a thrilling zipline tour through Tortola’s rainforest. See breathtaking island views as you sail across tree tops on this eco-adventure. The thrilling course includes seven traverses and a two-story ladder climb, expertly designed for enjoyment by all family-members, from 5 to 95! Take pictures at strategically-placed photo stops along the course. Afterwards, shop for souvenirs or snacks or relax and enjoy the view. Total tour time: approximately 3 hours.

Highlights: Rainforest Eco-Adventure: Zip through and above virgin rainforest canopy and climb a two-story inclined ladder while attached all the way. Exciting Traverses: Walk across cable bridges, climb ladders, cross walkways and fly across ziplines on this amazing tree-top course. Tortola Vistas: Enjoy a hilltop view of Tortola, Road Town, and surrounding islands as you drive to the base camp. 

 

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Dolphin Encounter

  By Cheryl Pinongpong • September 9, 2014 , ,

Dolphin Encounter

Dolphin Encounter

Port/City: Tortola, B.V.I.

Activity Type: 
Beach and/or Water-Related Activities | Wilderness & Wildlife Tours

Approximate Duration: 
2 hour(s) 

Prices starting from:
*123.00 USD (Adult)
*123.00 USD (Child)
*0.00 USD (Infant) 

Dates Offered: 27-Mar-2015

Overview: Enjoy a moving encounter with a playful, friendly and intelligent marine mammal, the dolphin, at a waterfront facility at Prospect Reef. You’ll first get acquainted and touch a dolphin while standing on a submerged platform in the Caribbean Sea. Then enjoy the amazing opportunity to interact with this incredible creature as it demonstrates its speed, offers you a kiss, waves and much more, all of which will enrich your understanding of dolphins.

Highlights: Dolphin Interaction: Meet, greet and kiss a friendly dolphin during a 30-minute encounter. Comfortable Access: Walk down a staircase to reach the submerged platform on which you stand in waist-high water. Escorted Transfer: Check-in and get oriented by a staff on the pier before the taxi ride to the facility. 
What to Bring: SeaPass card and photo identification Camera Sun protection Cash/credit cards Towel (from ship) 

 

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Dolphin Swim

  By Cheryl Pinongpong • September 2, 2014 , ,

Dolphin Swim

Dolphin Swim

Port/City: Tortola, B.V.I.

Activity Type: 
Beach and/or Water-Related Activities | Wilderness & Wildlife Tours

Approximate Duration: 
2 hour(s) 

Prices starting from:
*159.00 USD (Adult)
*155.00 USD (Child)
*0.00 USD (Infant) 

Dates Offered: 27-Mar-2015

Overview: Enjoy a fun, interactive experience with a dolphin in a lagoon-like setting surrounded by mangroves at Prospect Reef. Your experience begins in the saltwater pool on a submerged platform from which you can pet, kiss and shake the pectoral fin of one of these amazing, playful marine mammals. Swim out into deeper waters and get towed back in by your new friend, who may also entertain you by singing. 

Highlights: Dolphin Swim: Meet, greet, kiss and ride on the belly of a friendly dolphin during a memorable encounter Educational Experience: Learn about the behavior and life of this amazing creature of the sea from expert trainers. 

 

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Scuba Dive the Wreck RMS Rhone

  By Cheryl Pinongpong • August 29, 2014 , ,

Scuba Dive the Wreck RMS Rhone

Scuba Dive the Wreck RMS Rhone

Port/City: Tortola, B.V.I.

Activity Type: 
Snorkel & SCUBA Tours

Approximate Duration: 
4 hour(s) 30 minute(s) 

Prices starting from:
*159.00 USD (Adult)
*159.00 USD (Child)
*0.00 USD (Infant) 

Dates Offered: 27-Mar-2015

Overview: Take a two-tank guided tour of the RMS Rhone, a sunken British mail steamer that sank offshore Tortola during an 1867 hurricane Watch for currents as you explore the mostly-intact bow in 80-feet of water, then glimpse the “lucky porthole” and captain’s silver teaspoon on a second shallow dive to stern. See a resident 800-pound turtle, moray eels and sharks. For advanced divers with “C” card and one dive completed within the past 2 years.

Highlights: RMS Rhone: Explore the ruins of a British mail steamer destroyed in an 1867 hurricane on two guided dives. Deep Water Dive: See abundant fish life, among encrusting coral as you examine the mostly-intact bow in 80-feet of water. Shallow Dive: Swim past the “lucky porthole” and “captain’s silver spoon” while exploring the stern in waters 15-50 feet deep.