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Top 6 Sailing and Snorkeling Trips in the US Virgin Islands

6 sailing trips  ·  seats from $119 each

The good sailing and snorkeling trips in the US Virgin Islands fill their decks early in the season. Here are the 6 to book first, what each includes and how they differ.

Turtle Cove Catamaran Snorkel and Sail at Little Buck Island STT - The 54-foot catamaran ride to Little Buck Island
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Turtle Cove Catamaran Snorkel and Sail at Little Buck Island STT

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,100 reviews · from $119Top of the fleet

Board The VI Cat at Marriott Frenchman’s Cove for a 3-hour afternoon sail to Turtle Cove at Little Buck Island. You’ll get snorkel gear, time with sea turtles and reef fish, snacks, and drinks after swimming. Crew members such as Captain Serena, Nick, Isaac, and Porscha are often praised for safety help and good humor.

“So much fun! Nick was a wonderful tour guide while exploring the reef. Drinks were flowing and wonderful snacks! Even rain didn’t spoil the fun adventure. Highly recommend!”

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St John & Surrounding Cays - Full-Day Sail/Snorkel, 6 Guests Max - Choosing the first snorkel stop
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St John & Surrounding Cays – Full-Day Sail/Snorkel, 6 Guests Max

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

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

Sail from Sapphire Beach Marina with a maximum of six people, heading toward St. John National Park and nearby cays. Your captain chooses two or three snorkel stops based on wind, weather, and crowds. Expect provided gear, grilled lunch, soft drinks, an open bar, and possible sightings of turtles, rays, coral, and tropical fish.

“Captain Mark and Rusty did a great job Beautiful boat, lunch was amazing and Michelle loved swimming with the turtles. If you'd like to go snorkeling but don't want to deal with the crowds on the big catamarans, we highly recommend taking this day trip! Great music as well.”

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Private Luxury Catamaran Yacht. Full or Half Day Charter - Sail, Beach, Snorkel. - Building your day around St. Thomas
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Private Luxury Catamaran Yacht. Full or Half Day Charter – Sail, Beach, Snorkel.

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 386 reviews

Spend up to seven hours aboard Pisces, a 47-foot private Leopard catamaran from Havensight. Your captain, often AnneMarie, JP, or another Seas the Day crew member, helps shape the day around sailing, snorkeling, turtle watching, beach time, and island views. Drinks, floats, snorkel gear, music, and a restroom are included.

“I’ve never reviewed anything in my life. This was amazing. The captain was great and the person helping was fantastic as well.”

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Half Day Sail and Snorkel with the Turtles - What the snorkeling is really like
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Half Day Sail and Snorkel with the Turtles

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’ll get snorkel gear, a short lesson, guided turtle viewing, light snacks, rum drinks, beer, soda, and a freshwater rinse. A seven-foot ladder makes water access physically demanding.

“We enjoyed a perfect sailing experience with Captain Mike & Nikki. They both have fantastic personalities, and provided many laughs. And we saw turtles! There was less than 15 on our tour making this far better than being on a catamaran with 50+ people.”

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St. John Jost Van Dyke & Soggy Dollar Snorkel Sail with Breakfast - Westin - Breakfast before the snorkeling stop
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St. John Jost Van Dyke & Soggy Dollar Snorkel Sail with Breakfast – Westin

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

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

Spend about eight hours sailing from the Westin St. John to Jost Van Dyke. You’ll have a light breakfast, snorkel near coral reefs, relax at White Bay, and visit Soggy Dollar Bar. Crews have included Captain Jolene, Riley, Eric, Brent, Dan, and Brendan, with customs handled as part of the trip.

“Great trip to BVI - snorkeling and Soggy Dollar. Crew was very friendly and met fun people on board.”

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St. John PiZZA Pi Snorkel Sail with Beach Stop, Lunch & Open Bar - Westin - Two water stops around St. John
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St. John PiZZA Pi Snorkel Sail with Beach Stop, Lunch & Open Bar – Westin

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

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

Set out from the Westin St. John at 10:15 a.m. aboard a luxury catamaran for two snorkeling stops, a beach visit, and lunch from Pizza Pi, the Virgin Islands’ floating pizza boat. The crew may include Captain Erin, Captain Emily, or Captain Wendy, with gear, towels, salads, and an open bar after snorkeling.

“No need to pack a towel. They have them for you! Pizza was great, and so were the 3 salads. Crew was super kind! I wanted to book the same one again, but hubby wanted to try something a little different haha”

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