7 Sailing and Snorkeling Trips in the US Virgin Islands, Best Day First

1.Turtle Cove Catamaran Snorkel and Sail at Little Buck Island STT

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,100 reviews · from $119Our pick

Sail from Marriott Frenchman’s Cove aboard the 54-foot VI Cat to Turtle Cove at Little Buck Island. You’ll get snorkel gear, guidance from the crew, and time to see green turtles, coral, and tropical fish. Captain Serena, Captain Dave, Tim, Isaac, Sam, Anders, Adrien, and Nick are among the crew members praised for their care and good humor.

“Great Experience! The crew was very knowledgeable and helpful. I would recommend this to anyone!! I would do it again”

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2.St John & Surrounding Cays – Full-Day Sail/Snorkel, 6 Guests Max

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 635 reviews · from $245

Leave Sapphire Beach Marina at 9:00 a.m. for a six-and-a-half-hour sail toward St John National Park and nearby cays. Your captain may be Kendall, Addison, Tommy, Mark, or another Virgin Islands Day Sailing skipper. Expect two or three snorkel stops, a fresh grilled lunch, open bar, and gear for a maximum of six people.

“Great excursion. Nice way to see the islands. Mark and Rusty did a fantastic job of telling us about the islands, stopped at two locations to snorkel. Small group of 6 which made it really nice. Highly recommend”

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3.Private Luxury Catamaran Yacht. Full or Half Day Charter – Sail, Beach, Snorkel.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 386 reviews · from $1,495 whole boat, up to 12

Sail aboard S/Y Pisces, a 47-foot Leopard catamaran, with your own captain and mate from Havensight. Build a half or full-day plan around snorkeling, turtles, beaches, Water Island, Buck Island, and quiet coves. Snorkel gear, floats, water, soda, beer, and rum punch are included for groups of up to 12.

“Such a relaxing and wonderful way to spend the day! Loved snorkeling in areas that we've never gone to. Honeymoon beach is our new favorite spot!”

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4.Half Day Sail and Snorkel with the Turtles

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 285 reviews · from $140

Join Captain Mike and first mate Nikki aboard the restored sailing yacht FURY for a 3.5-hour trip from Charlotte Amalie to Turtle Cove at Buck Island. You will learn about green turtles, snorkel with fish and rays, and enjoy rum punch, beer, soda, water, and snacks. The boat holds no more than 25 people.

“Very easy going, relaxing tour and snorkeling. The crew is great, we got to swim with a turtle. This was our second trip with them. We were happy customers!”

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5.Sail/Snorkel Adventure from Sapphire Marina,STT NO CROWDS~ 6 GUEST MAX

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 226 reviews · from $159

Sail with Captain Rob and Deb aboard Cosmos Mariner from Sapphire Beach Marina. This three-hour, six-person trip combines a scenic sail toward St. John with about an hour of snorkeling near Caneel Bay, Christmas Cove, or Lovango. Gear, snacks, soft drinks, alcohol, and flotation aids are included.

“This is a Very Well run operation. Captain Rob and Deb are great hosts. The 1/2 day sail and snorkel was a great way to do spend an afternoon.”

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6.St. John Jost Van Dyke & Soggy Dollar Snorkel Sail with Breakfast – Westin

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 176 reviews · from $299

Leave the Westin St. John at 8 a.m. for a full day on Cruz Bay Watersports’ catamaran to Jost Van Dyke. You’ll have a light breakfast, snorkel near coral reefs, spend time at White Bay, and return with an open bar. Crew members such as Captain Jolene and mates Dan and Brendan have earned praise for attentive service.

“This was one of the best tours we’ve done! There were 34 people on the boat but it never felt crowded and the crew made you feel like you had personalized service the entire time. It was a great way to get out to snorkel and see Jost Van Dyke, which was one of the most beautiful beaches. The breakfast was light but the drink service was not! We can’t give enough praise to the crew who were genuinely friendly and attentive. Would highly recommend taking this tour.”

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7.St. John PiZZA Pi Snorkel Sail with Beach Stop, Lunch & Open Bar – Westin

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 139 reviews · from $149

Set sail from the Westin St. John at 10:15 a.m. on a luxury catamaran for about five hours. Snorkel at two locations such as Christmas Cove or Lovango Bay, swim near shore, and enjoy fresh Pizza Pi pizza, salad, snacks, and an open bar after snorkeling. Crews may include Captain Erin, Emily, or Wendy.

“Captain Wendy, Amanda and Jream were awesome! We had a great time. Pizza and drinks were perfect! They were so helpful and attentive. We enjoyed Jreams playedlist as well. Thank you!!”

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