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Come swim with the resident green sea turtles and tropical fish on this 3 hour snorkel & sail adventure in St. Thomas aboard The VI Cat. From your departure, set sail on our 54-foot US Coast Guard inspected catamaran to the idyllic Caribbean waters of Turtle Cove at Little Buck Island National Wildlife Refuge. Seeing the green sea turtles in their natural habitat truly is a life-long memory. Note this is Little Buck Island located off of St. Thomas.
Enquire about a morning tour during the busier holiday weeks.
*Turtle sightings are often reported and not guaranteed as the green sea turtles are in their natural habitat.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Must arrive 30 minutes prior to departure. Check-in with Cat Crew on Dock of Marriott's Frenchman's Cove. We cannot accommodate late-comers.
Use Google Maps. Type "The VI Cat" or "Marriott's Frenchman's Cove". 1. Pull into the Marriott Frenchman's Cove (the property with all of the colorful buildings). The Marriott Cove has a large stone/brick entrance. 2. Check in with the security guard at the security booth. They will ask that you park in the large, flat gravel parking lot on the right AFTER the security booth. 3. After parking, walk down the hill, on the road, towards the pool and follow signs that say public beach access. 4. Look for the wooden dock located off of the beach. 5. You will check in with The VI Cat crew on the wooden dock approximately 30 minutes prior to departure.
The VI Cat's Standard Cancellation Policy: To receive a full refund, customers may cancel up to 72 hours before the excursion start date in the local timezone. No refunds will be given after that time period. "No-Shows" will be charged the full price of the excursion. In the event The VI Cat cancels the excursion due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances, customers may receive a full refund or rebooking.
Note that the Marriott's Frenchman's Cove is the time-share portion of the Marriott. This location is different than The Westin Beach Resort & Spa at Frenchman's Reef
All tours are listed in local time - Atlantic Standard Time Zone (PLEASE NOTE THIS MAY BE DIFFERENT THAN YOUR SHIP TIME)
Be sure to mention any allergies or medical conditions to the Captain
The Marriott's Frenchman's Cove is 7-10 minute taxi ride from the WICO cruise ship dock and 20-30 minute taxi ride from the Crown Bay cruise ship dock
At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
Children MUST be accompanied by an adult • Minimum drinking age is 21 years
Alcoholic beverages will be offered after the in-water activities.
If guest or vessel's Master determines safety issue, a full refund will be given.
MUST arrive 30 minutes prior to trip departure time. We cannot accommodate late arrivals.
Any guests with medical concerns (including pregnant travelers) are encouraged to address them with their own medical professional prior to attending excursion.
Facial coverings are optional while onboard.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Local guide
Unlimited Drinks (alcoholic beverages after in-water activities)
Snacks
Use of snorkeling equipment (mask, snorkel, snorkel vest, fins)
Gratuities (suggested)
Souvenir T-Shirts and Dri-Fit Shirts (available for purchase)
Guest provides own transportation to and from the Marriott's Frenchman's Cove
Arrive at 12:30pm to check-in with The VI Cat crew on the wooden dock of the Marriott's Frenchman's Cove. Tour departs promptly at 1pm (AST - Atlantic Standard Time). Guest is to provide their own transportation to the Marriott's Frenchman's Cove. After checking in with security, follow signs that say "public access to the beach". Free parking can be found in a large gravel parking lot on the right hand side AFTER the security booth.
Little Buck Island
Board 'The Cat', a spacious 54-foot sailing catamaran for an exhilarating sail to the uninhabited Little Buck Island, located off of St Thomas. You'll snorkel at Turtle Cove, Little Buck Island, the National Wildlife Refuge, where you'll experience an unforgettable, fun-filled, marine life adventure. Your friendly crew will provide snorkeling equipment (mask, snorkel, fins, snorkel vest), brief instruction and safety tips and if needed, a beginner's snorkeling lesson when you reach Little Buck Island National Wildlife Refuge. 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, you will no doubt have fun! 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.
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Nathan G,
28 thg 6, 2025
- Viator
Mike, Isaac, and Selena were amazing!!! Very knowledgeable and funny!! Was able to see numerous turtles, sting rays, and various colorful fish!! Would highly recommend this trip to people of all ages! The bar and food along with a nice sail back was a great!
Donna W,
28 thg 6, 2025
- Viator
The crew are excellent! It was a fun afternoon. We saw turtles, lots of fish, a Southern Ray & an Eagle Ray.
Alisa A,
22 thg 6, 2025
- Viator
We try a snorkel catamaran on nearly every cruise, and this one definitely stood out. The crew was fantastic—friendly, professional, and really added to the experience. The snorkeling itself was good, though manage your expectations for turtle sightings. We saw two (which was amazing!), but if you’re going into this expecting a whole crowd of turtles, you might be disappointed. That second one was a late surprise! One heads-up: don’t try walking to the Marriott from the cruise ship. It’s not far, but there’s no sidewalk and it felt genuinely unsafe. We ended up paying $40 for a one-way ride back to the ship. Also, I booked through Viator, expecting it to be cheaper than the cruise line as it usually is—but it was the same price. Booking through the ship would’ve been a better value this time, since transportation would have been included. Bonus points for the drinks and snacks on the return sail—definitely a nice touch that made the trip feel extra special. I’d recommend this excursion at least once, especially if you’re looking for a relaxing sail with a bit of marine life thrown in.
Mara K,
2 thg 6, 2025
- Viator
Wonderful way to spend an afternoon. Saw several turtles, a stingray, and fish and coral. Anders guided tour was helpful! Nick and Capt Mike rounded out the great crew. Enjoyed the sail from Buck Island back to the dock. Well worth it!
kia c,
1 thg 6, 2025
- Viator
Had a wonderful time on board the Cat! If you like a relaxing afternoon on the water and snorkeling with turtles and maybe even a friendly barracuda then this is the trip for you. The crew - Christian, Anders, Brody, and Nick made it even more fun with their knowledge, humor, and in general outstanding customer service. I've done a few snorkel excursions and this one had the most engaged guides I've ever experienced, really top notch!!
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