Good snorkelling spot to see turtles?

[jonesy111]

My daughter (15) and I would like to snorkel and hopefully see some turtles, does anyone know of a good spot for that? We do have our own gear if needed.

 

Thanks.

[kevincodner]

If you are looking specifically for turtles, I would suggest Maho Beach on St John. It is a ways past Trunk Bay and Cinnamon Bay on the North shore, but right on the main road. The water is sandy bottom with sea grass, which tends to be 'turtle territory'. My family has been to the beach 5 times and never failed to see some turtles. Usually there are some sting rays as well and occasionally eagle rays. Otherwise the snorkeling is not much as it is grass and not coral.

[Ms411]

There are also plenty of excursions that take you to turtle cove which is only accessible by boat. There's also a coral reef there so you'll see fish.

[jonesy111]

Okay thanks for the info. I did see an excursion for Turtle Cove. I will check out the prices.