Buck Island Snorkel & Sail Catamaran Tour — from $50
Buck Island Snorkel & Sail Catamaran Tour is a 3 Hours Catamaran Charters charter in the US Virgin Islands operated by The VI Cat, departing from Marriott's Frenchman's Cove, St. Thomas for groups of up to 49 guests. Rates start at $50.
Board 'The Cat' for a beautiful 2-hour sunset cruise with appetizers and beverages around Charlotte Amalie. The tour departs at 5:30 pm and returns at 7:30 pm. Guests will enjoy a round of drinks, take in the Caribbean Sunset, mingle on the sailing catamaran while snacking on appetizers and listening to music.
Guests rate The VI Cat 4.8 out of 5 across 1,091 reviews.
QuestVI is a US Virgin Islands–based booking concierge: you book the real operator at the operator's own price, with instant confirmation and a local team reachable at (321) 340-3396.
Charter details
- Operator: The VI Cat
- Charter type: Catamaran Charters
- Duration: 3 Hours
- Guests: up to 49
- Departs from: Marriott's Frenchman's Cove, St. Thomas
- Departure times: 5:30 PM
- Price: from $50
- Guest rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 1,091 reviews
- Best for: Per-Person Adventures, Catamaran Charters, Snorkeling, Sailing
Upcoming availability for Buck Island Snorkel & Sail Catamaran Tour
Next open departure dates: Aug 6, Aug 9, Aug 10.
What's included
- All snorkeling equipment (mask, snorkel, fins, snorkel vest)
- Beginner snorkeling instruction and safety tips
- Guided snorkel tour with crew
- Water before snorkeling
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages after in-water activities
- Light snack on return sail
- Two marine-style bathrooms on board
What to bring
- Towel
- Reef-safe sunscreen (no spray)
- Hat and sunglasses
- Copy of your ticket (phone or print)
- Complete online waiver ahead of time
- Cash for gratuity
- Cash or card for souvenir shirts (optional)
Itinerary
- 12:30 PM — Check-in at Marriott's Frenchman's Cove Check in with security, park in the gravel lot, and meet The VI Cat crew on the wooden dock. Arrive 30 minutes before departure.
- 1:00 PM — Set Sail to Little Buck Island Depart the dock and enjoy an exhilarating sail to Turtle Cove at Little Buck Island National Wildlife Refuge.
- Arrival — Snorkeling at Turtle Cove Receive snorkel gear and instruction. Crew leads a guided tour to swim with green sea turtles and explore the coral reef, followed by free swim time.
- Return Sail — Drinks, Snacks & Music Enjoy complimentary beverages, a light snack, and fun music as you sail back to Frenchman's Cove.
- 4:00 PM — Return to Dock Arrive back at Marriott's Frenchman's Cove dock.
About The VI Cat
The VI Cat is St. Thomas’ best known sailing catamaran tourist services, offering daily departures to Turtle Cove, sunset sails & sunset dinner sails from the Marriott's Frenchman's Cove Dock. They specialize in tours, weddings, catamaran sailing, snorkeling, and have a great relationship with locals, hotel guests, and cruise ship passengers.
- Home port: Marriott Frenchman's Cove Dock, St. Thomas
- Safety equipment: snorkel vest
- Awards: Viator Winner, TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
Your captain
Cancellation policy
To receive a full refund, customers may cancel up to 72 hours before the excursion start date in the local time zone.
Guest reviews of Buck Island Snorkel & Sail Catamaran Tour
Rated 4.8 / 5 from 1,091 verified reviews.
We had a wonderful time on our impromptu sunset cruise. My wife called you guys up and we learned that our flight was cancelled and the staff was happy to help us get aboard. Tim, Anders and Dorina were awesome and made the trip easy and a ton of fun. We met new friends and enjoyed the food, drinks and dancing. It was well worth the cost. Thanks, team!
Amazing adventure! Captain Mike and crew (Adrianne, Anders) were very personable and fun on our tour around Buck Island swimming with sea turtles and snorkeling with corral. Absolutely stunning. Thanks to the crew for the great drinks and snacks too! Long Live VI Cat!
Captain Mike and the crew of the VI Cat were excellent in every way! The drinks were very good and the taco night food plentiful! Captain Mike provided us with great views of St. Thomas lit at night. We got to see up close nearby cruise ships and yachts with their beautiful lights. Great tour and well worth the money!
We had an absolute blast on the VI Cat Snorkle Tour to Turtle Cove. Not only did we see a turtle, but we saw 2- plus so much more sea life! The crew was fantastic, (Tim, Dan and Capt. Sarina), worked as a solid unit throughout the entire excursion. I felt like they truly did a great job with the snorkle tour, snacks and bar on deck. We were constantly asked if we needed anything else, tour was ver
Buck Island Snorkel & Sail Catamaran Tour — frequently asked questions
- How much does Buck Island Snorkel & Sail Catamaran Tour cost?
- Buck Island Snorkel & Sail Catamaran Tour starts at $50 through QuestVI. Final pricing depends on your date, group size (the boat carries up to 49 guests) and any add-ons. You see the live total before you confirm — QuestVI never adds a booking fee on top of the operator's rate.
- How long is Buck Island Snorkel & Sail Catamaran Tour and what time does it leave?
- Buck Island Snorkel & Sail Catamaran Tour runs 3 Hours. Departure times currently offered: 5:30 PM. Check-in is at Marriott's Frenchman's Cove, St. Thomas, and we recommend arriving 15 minutes early.
- Where does Buck Island Snorkel & Sail Catamaran Tour depart from?
- Buck Island Snorkel & Sail Catamaran Tour departs from Marriott's Frenchman's Cove, St. Thomas. The VI Cat is based out of Marriott Frenchman's Cove Dock, St. Thomas. Parking and taxi drop-off are available at the dock; your confirmation email includes exact directions and a pin.
- Is Buck Island Snorkel & Sail Catamaran Tour good for families, couples or groups?
- This charter takes up to 49 guests, so it suits larger groups, bachelorette parties and celebrations. The VI Cat regularly hosts singles, couples, groups, friends, families, hotel guests, cruise ship passengers, kid-friendly.
- Who operates Buck Island Snorkel & Sail Catamaran Tour?
- Buck Island Snorkel & Sail Catamaran Tour is operated by The VI Cat. QuestVI is a local booking concierge — you book the real operator directly, at the operator's price.
- How do I book Buck Island Snorkel & Sail Catamaran Tour?
- Pick your date on this page and book online in under two minutes — instant confirmation, no account required. The next open dates are Aug 6, Aug 9, Aug 10. Prefer to talk it through? Call or text (321) 340-3396.
- What should I bring on Buck Island Snorkel & Sail Catamaran Tour?
- Bring Towel, Reef-safe sunscreen (no spray), Hat and sunglasses, Copy of your ticket (phone or print), Complete online waiver ahead of time, Cash for gratuity, Cash or card for souvenir shirts (optional). Reef-safe sunscreen is required in USVI waters.
- What is the cancellation policy for Buck Island Snorkel & Sail Catamaran Tour?
- To receive a full refund, customers may cancel up to 72 hours before the excursion start date in the local time zone.
- Is Buck Island Snorkel & Sail Catamaran Tour worth it?
- The VI Cat holds a 4.8-star average across 1,091 verified guest reviews, which puts it among the best-rated charters in the US Virgin Islands.
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