COKI POINT SCUBA FIELD GUIDE
Helmeted Walks Beneath Coki Point: A Sea Trek Through Coral World’s Shallow Reefs
A guided, helmeted walk on the ocean floor at Coral World Ocean Park — an accessible underwater encounter for non-divers and families, here’s what to expect and how to prepare.
Helmeted Walks Beneath Coki Point: A Sea Trek Through Coral World’s Shallow Reefs.
At Coki Point on St. Thomas, Sea Trek Helmet Dive at Coral World Ocean Park lets you walk upright along the sea floor wearing a special helmet that supplies air and weight and offers stability; the experience is guided, family-friendly, and requires reservations.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Explore the Reef Without Certification
Sea Trek lets participants experience the ocean like a diver without prior scuba training: a guided walk on the seabed using a helmet that makes underwater breathing and upright walking possible — well suited to family groups.
Helmet, Weight and a Handrail for Stability
The special helmet supplies air, weight and stability while a handrail is available for additional support; groups are limited to a maximum of ten participants for guided walks.
Admission Included
The price includes complimentary all‑day admission to Coral World Ocean Park, making it easy to pair the helmet dive with other park attractions; note that reservations are required and participation has minimums.
What the day feels like
What It Feels Like to Walk the Sea Floor
You descend to a shallow reef environment and don a weighted helmet that supplies air and helps you remain upright; guided in small groups, participants follow a route along the ocean bottom where a handrail provides extra support as you take in marine life — no scuba certification is needed.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this activity suits — and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Light swimwear and any personal items you need on the surface; the Sea Trek helmet, its weight system and air supply are provided and a handrail is available underwater.
Price includes complimentary all‑day admission to Coral World Ocean Park so you can combine the helmet walk with other park exhibits and activities.
Reservations are required to participate; plan ahead to secure your preferred time slot.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Do I need scuba certification to do the Sea Trek helmet walk?
No — the activity is designed for those without specialized diving training and is a guided walk on the ocean floor.
Is park admission included in the price?
Yes — the price includes complimentary all‑day admission to Coral World Ocean Park.
Are there age or weight minimums?
Yes — participants must be at least 8 years old and weigh at least 80 pounds to take part.
Are reservations required?
Yes — reservations are required for the Sea Trek helmet dive.
How large are the guided groups?
Group size is limited to a maximum of ten participants for each guided walk.