Buck Island Reef National MonumentBuck Island is a protected wildlife refuge, preserving its unique ecosystems and many endangered and threatened species. This popular snorkeling destination has an abundance of coves where you can come face to face with sea turtles, stingrays, and more.
Is it safe to Swim with sea turtles?
Sea turtles are gentle in nature, but they also have the ability to bite with their sharp beaks they use for eating algae off the reef, sea urchins, fish, squid and jellyfish! The safest way to snorkel with sea turtles in Maui is to swim slowly and calmly in the water. Keep your distance and observe the turtle.
Can you swim with sea turtles in St. Thomas?
St Thomas Swimming With TurtlesThey are very friendly and have such a beautiful shell. They move slowly which allows you to have a up close and personal experience. We know all the best places to see the turtles! It's Always Your Day, Your Way!
Can you touch sea turtles in St. Thomas?
Don't Touch ThemAside from it just not being polite, it is also illegal (in the Virgin Islands and many other areas) to touch a sea turtle under the protection of the Endangered Species Act.
Are there sea turtles at Trunk Bay?
Is Trunk Bay good for snorkeling?
SNORKELING TRUNK BAY. Snorkeling the 650′ Underwater Snorkeling Trail is great for first-timers, kids and older adults. Although this site sees a lot of visitors, it's still one of the best snorkeling spots on St John to see colorful fish and corals – in less than 20′ of water.
Where can I see turtles in St Johns?
Proper turtle etiquette means respecting the sea turtles' space – no chasing, no touching, and definitely no riding the turtles. While there are several beaches to potentially swim with turtles on St. John – Maho Bay, Francis Bay, and Honeymoon – our current favorite site is the deserted Scott Beach.
Where can you see turtles at St. John?
Maho BayThe shallow sandy areas on the south side of the cay provide safe resting spots before returning to the beach. The remains of the Danish Warehouse at the end of the sidewalk to the beach or the oldest colonial ruins on St. John. Maho Bay is the place to go for sea turtles.
What time of day do sea turtles come to shore?
Most nesting sea turtle species come ashore at night, alone, and often during high tide. Some species, such as the Kemp's ridley, nest during the day and generally emerge from the ocean by the hundreds to lay their nests in a mass nesting event called an arribada or arrival.