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Turtle Cove Catamaran Snorkel & Sail in St. Thomas - Charlotte Amalie

Turtle Cove Catamaran Snorkel & Sail in St. Thomas

Charlotte Amalieeasy

Difficulty

easy

Duration

4–5 hours

Fitness Level

Suitable for all fitness levels; basic swimming ability recommended for snorkeling activities.

Overview

Set sail on a private catamaran from St. Thomas to Little Buck Island with THE VI CAT. Snorkel with Green Sea Turtles, explore coral reefs, and enjoy wine and refreshments on this customizable sea adventure.

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, St. Thomas

Turtle Cove Catamaran Snorkel & Sail Adventure at Little Buck Island St. Thomas

All Ages • 3 Hour Snorkel and Sail!

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About This Adventure

Embark on our most popular tour to Little Buck Island National Wildlife Refuge, where you'll snorkel with Green Sea Turtles in vibrant coral reefs. Customize your adventure with swimming, sunbathing, or relaxing on a catamaran. Enjoy a fun-filled day in the Caribbean, complete with refreshments and music on the return sail.

#Board 'The Cat' for an exhilarating sail and snorkeling experience. We hope to make it a memorable, fun-filled, marine life adventure!

##Duration 3 Hours

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Only registered guests of the hotel are allowed to use the pool/beach chairs. Any Cat passengers using these items may be asked to leave property and excursion tickets may be forfeited.

An Adventurous Outing: Board for an exhilarating sail to St. Thomas' uninhabited Little Buck Island National Wildlife Refuge. There, you will snorkel at Turtle Cove, where you'll experience an unforgettable, fun-filled, marine life adventure. Our tour departs promptly at 1pm and returns at 4pm. Guests are expected to arrive no later than 30 minutes prior to tour time to the Marriott's Frenchman's Cove Dock. Please note that all tours are listed in local time, AST (Atlantic Standard Time zone) which may be different than your home time or cruise ship's time.

Snorkeling Equipment: Your friendly crew will provide: snorkeling equipment (mask, snorkel, fins, snorkel vest), brief instruction and safety tips and if needed, a beginner's snorkeling guidance.

Customize how you spend your day: You may choose to swim and snorkel in the warm waters of the Caribbean Sea, tan on the special deck of the catamaran, or relax in the shaded cabin area. However you choose to spend your day on the boat, we will make sure you are comfortable and have fun!

What you'll see: Visit coral reefs with an abundance of tropical fish. Watch our resident Green Sea Turtles as they glide along in their natural habitat grazing on sea grasses.

Included in price: Water, light snacks and a variety of beverages.  NOTE: Alcoholic, non-alcoholic beverages and light snacks are served AFTER the snorkeling/in-water portion of snorkel & sail trips.

Ideal for: Singles, couples, groups, friends, families - any questions, call 340-690-2287!

Guests arriving by taxi may proceed to the wooden dock.

Guests arriving by private vehicle must stop at the security gate check point prior to proceeding to the designated parking area (gravel parking area past the gate right hand side). If no parking spaces are available in the designated parking area, guests will have to park off property and walk to the wooden dock.

• Upper parking lot before security booth is for employees only. Guests are only permitted to park in designated areas. The pool and beach facilities are for the exclusive use of Marriott's Frenchman's Cove guests.

• Taking pictures of others without their permission or consent is discouraged.

Adventure Tips

Bring Reef-Safe Sunscreen

Protect your skin and the delicate marine ecosystem by using reef-safe sunscreen before snorkeling.

Stay Hydrated

Drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay energized under the Caribbean sun.

Secure Your Valuables

Use waterproof pouches or leave valuables on shore to prevent loss or damage during snorkeling.

Listen to the Crew’s Safety Briefing

Pay attention to important safety instructions for a smooth and secure snorkeling and sailing experience.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Green Sea Turtles
  • Colorful parrotfish

History

Little Buck Island is a protected National Wildlife Refuge established to conserve native marine life and habitat.

Conservation

The VI Cat emphasizes eco-friendly practices including reef-safe products and responsible wildlife interaction to protect the fragile ecosystem.

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Recommended Gear

Reef-safe Sunscreen

Essential

Protects skin while preserving coral reef health during snorkeling.

summer specific

Swimsuit

Essential

Allows comfortable swimming and sunbathing throughout the adventure.

Waterproof Camera or GoPro

Captures underwater moments with marine life and scenic sail views.

Light Cover-Up or Rash Guard

Provides sun protection and warmth during breezier or cooler parts of the day.

spring specific