Tours
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Gecko’s Island Tours has been offering tours of St. Croix’s beautiful rainforest since 2009! Now it’s time for you to get in on the action! We offer several tours depending on what type of adventure you are up for. All Gecko’s Island Adventure tours are perfect for first timers, history enthusiasts and families. Whether you are in port with one of the cruise ships or staying on the island, our tours give you the most history and interaction on St. Croix. If this is your first visit to the island, we recommend doing our tours early in your visit as our guides will provide you with a great overview of all the things to do and see during your visit.
Gecko’s Original ATV Tour
Our Original Gecko’s ATV Tour is a guided tour that lasts approximately 2 hours and covers 15 miles of tropical terrain. On this guided tour, you drive one of our ATVs by yourself or with a passenger. The tour begins at our office in Frederiksted. We start by riding along the west end coastline before heading up into the hills. As we continue, we make our way to the top of Mt. Stewart where you see panoramic views of the surrounding sea. We make stops that provide fantastic views of the south shore west end, center island and our north shore. Time and weather permitting, we visit plantation ruins from the 1700's where you get time to explore and take photographs. From there we descend through the Sub-Tropical Rainforest before ending the tour at the Gecko’s office in Frederiksted. Drivers must be at least 18 and have a valid driver’s license. Passengers must be 5 years old and up. The cost per driver (one ATV) is $175.00. Passengers will be charged an additional $50.00. We limit the number of ATVs to 4 machines per tour so we can provide a safe and more personalized experience for our guests. Our ATVs are designed to hold two riders comfortably.
xpedition STX
Gecko’s Xpedition STX is a whole new way to experience St. Croix. On this tour your guide will drive you through the Virgin Islands only Sub-Tropical Rainforest, you’ll visit historical sites and learn about the culture, history and wildlife of St. Croix all from the comfort of a rugged offroad vehicle driven by an expert, highly knowledgeable and occasionally humorous guide. Throughout the tour your guide will make several stops along the route where you will be allowed to exit the vehicle to take photos and ask your guide questions about St. Croix. Your guide will share fascinating wildlife and historical facts and point out landmarks and points of interest around the island. This extraordinarily scenic 90-minute expedition starts and ends at our office in Frederiksted. Each tour can accommodate up to 5 guests in the same vehicle, so it is perfect for families and larger groups. Young explorers must be at least 5 years old to join this expedition. Xpedition STX tours last approximately 2 hours. For explorers over the age of 10, the cost is $100 per person and $75 for young explorers 5 to 10 years old. For safety reasons, there is a limit of two young explorers per tour. The maximum seating capacity is 5 guests per tour.
sunset tours
Feel the thrill of adventure as you navigate through the surreal landscapes of the rainforest, passing by sugar mill ruins and panoramic vistas that offer the most stunning views of St. Croix. Choose to drive your own ATV with our ATV Sunset Tour or ride with one of our guides as they drive you on our Sunset Xpedition STX tour. At the final stop of these tours on a beautiful West End beach, you will be treated to a glass of champagne to toast the sunset. Capture Instagram-worthy photos as the sky transforms into a canvas of fiery reds, warm oranges, and dreamy purples, creating a breathtaking backdrop for the conclusion of your ATV adventure. Indulge in an unforgettable sunset adventure in St. Croix with our Sunset ATV Tour. Adult guests will be offered champagne during the sunset beach stop. Guests under the age of 18 can pick their choice of non-alcoholic beverage from our cooler before departing on the tour.