Experience the unique beauty of kayaking on turquoise waters and snorkeling in the crystal clear Caribbean seas.Let us take you away to the hidden St John, where you can feel like you are floating avove a mystical world, or swimming in an aquarium.

We Love What We Do! Hidden Reef Eco-Tours is passionate about kayaking and snorkeling our favorite island of St. John. All of us have a special interest in natural history, and environmental education.

Our Trips Are Unique. You snorkel directly out of your kayak. Our guests see the more pristine, untouched St. John. This enables us to offer the best kayaking and snorkeling possible. No other company on the island offers you this.

Whether sharing the river with moose in Yellowstone, paddling the Snake River, or rushing down rapids in the Great Smokies, our love and knowledge of paddling in beautiful natural surroundings is unsurpassed. HRET wants to share all of our exciting knowledge as we explore and paddle hidden St. John.

Fun, Fun, Fun! Let’s face it, whether we are snorkeling over beautiful untouched reefs, or paddling peacefully under the stars, what we really want is to have FUN. If you are up for a water fight, we have it covered. Every boat is equipped with a water cannon. You will have the time of your life!

General Info

H.R.E.T. is a unique kayaking and snorkeling eco-tour outfitter, on the island of St. John USVI, with a special interest in natural history, environmental education, and fun. We offer guests an unequaled St. John experience exploring untouched hidden reefs, magical snorkeling sights and pristine waters for paddling. Each trip is small and personal, guided by a naturalist ensuring that you receive the most enjoyable kayaking and snorkeling experience possible.

NO EXPERINCE NECISSARY!!! Every trip incorporates a professionally instructed kayaking/snorkeling and natural history lesson.

* Sight Sea-er: 2 Hours $55*

Our Two-Hour Sight Sea-er is designed for those of you who might be on a tight schedule or just want to get their feet wet. This trip is also ideal for the beginning Kayaker or Snorkeler. Let our expert guides teach you the basics, or even help fine tune your existing skills. Without a doubt you will never find a more beautiful place to experience the hidden Caribbean.

The Two-Hour Sight Sea-er is our intro to kayaking/snorkeling trip. It consists of a basic kayaking and snorkeling lesson, 1/2 hour of snorkeling and one hour of kayaking. The participants do not need to be able to swim well, but must be comfortable in the water, or sitting in the boat during the half hour snorkel.

* Adventurer: 3 Hours $65*

Crystal clear water and breathtaking views are what this trip’s all about. The Adventurer is set up for those who want to spend a little more time with the Caribbean Sea. With two snorkel stops this trip has twice the beauty of the Sight Sea-er. Let the mysteries of hidden coral reefs surround you as brilliantly colored fish fill the ocean with beauty. When you are not under the water you will be gliding along breathtakingly, gazing upon striking rock points, and steep vegetative mountainsides.

The three-hour adventurer trip is a kayak/snorkel trip for the more active guest. The trip consists of a basic kayak, and snorkeling lesson, two half hour snorkel stops, and approximately one and a half hours of kayaking. All participants need to be able to swim, and be comfortable in, and on the water

* Expedition: 5 Hours $115* (Add $15 to include lunch.)
  Younger then fourteen not recommended on the Expedition.

When you truly want to experience the hidden St. John you want an expedition. The choice is yours: with the Expedition you can become part of the underwater world, reach deep into the valleys, and climb to our highest peeks. Your naturalist guide will share this enchanting island with you as we experience all of its hidden wonders.

Our full day expedition trip brings in the best of all worlds, kayaking, hiking, and snorkeling. Smaller groups are able to discuss with their guide the trip itinerary, and customize the trip to suite their interests. All participants must be able to swim, be comfortable on and in the water, and be able to hike four miles in strenuous conditions (heat, hills, and rocky terrain). This trip is designed with the physically fit in mind.

* Bioluminescence Full Moon Paddle: 2 Hours $55*

Astronomy, tranquility, and wonder make this trip unforgettable. Whether fish dart under your kayak illuminated by the full moon, or firefly like bioluminescence dances like stars with every paddle stroke, nothing takes the breath away like a paddle at night. Let every thing go and turn your night into a vacation in itself. Until you have experienced it you will never understand the unique magic of the nighttime Caribbean Sea.

Trip Location:
We paddle out of Round Bay (located at Haul Over) and in the surrounding waters.

Trip Times:
*We try to start all trips, except the Full Moon/Bio-Luminescence, in the morning due to water and weather conditions, however times are negotiable.*

* Adventurer: Our most popular!!! Call for times*
* Sight Sea-er: Best if you have small children. Call for times*
* Expedition: Only recommended for SERIOUS PADDLERS!! Call for times*
        Younger then fourteen not recommended on the Expedition.
* Full Moon Paddle: Call for dates, and times.

What to Bring:

SNORKEL GEAR IS INCLUDED!!!

* Shoes that can get wet
* Sunscreen
* A hat
* Bathing suit
* Sunglasses
* Gratuity for the guide
* We recommend a shirt, or rash guard to wear snorkeling

WE HOPE TO HEAR FROM YOU SOON, UNTIL THEN GREAT PADDLING!