Snorkeling with turtles is one of the best experiences around the US & British Virgin Islands. The turtles love the protected waters around the St. John National Park, and also in the sanctuaries in the St. Thomas area. Sea turtles are calm and very relaxed, and don’t mind sharing their space with snorkelers.

Here are a few of our favorite spots to check out that have tons of turtles:

• Maho Bay – One of the most reliable spots. Giant green turtles feed in the sea grass in the shallow waters right off the boat. Here you will see lots of turtles and even a remora fish that attaches to the turtle’s shell.
• Francis Bay – A quieter spot where you will often see not only green turtles, but also hawksbill turtles. Hawksbill turtles like to hang out in and around the coral reefs.
• Hansen Bay – Less crowded with excellent visibility. This is a great spot to be on your own away from other boats. The turtles here may swim a little faster and can be a bit more shy due to less interaction with humans.
• Christmas Cove – Home to Fish Cay and a famous shipwreck, this calm and protected harbor is full of turtles and colorful fish. It’s also home to the pizza boat Pizza PI—after swimming with turtles, the Captain can call in an order for hot, fresh pizza to enjoy on the boat.
• Secret Harbor – Calm water and easy snorkeling. This location is always reliable for great turtle sightings. Turtles love to relax on the grass beds and enjoy a midday snack.

BVI Turtle Locations

• The Treasure Caves – Explore the world-famous treasure caves, then float outside the caves to snorkel with turtles. This area is well-protected with minimal wind and waves.
• The Indian Rocks – Mainly home to fish and coral, but also a few hawksbill turtles that munch on food tucked within the coral fields.
• Deadmans Bay, Peter Island – Home to many turtles of all sizes. A beautiful place to enjoy blue waters and a healthy seabed.
• Swim Safely – Please stay calm and float, as turtles don’t like splashing or loud noises. Give turtles enough space (at least 6 feet) so they don’t feel crowded or threatened. Most importantly, do not touch the turtles—it is stressful for them.

Now that we’ve covered the important details, let’s get out there and see some turtles! Give Nate and his team a call today to set up your adventure.