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Turtle Cove Catamaran Snorkel & Sail Adventure at Little Buck Island St. Thomas
The VI Cat Snorkel and Sail Adventure
The VI Cat
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Turtle Cove Catamaran Snorkel and Sail at Little Buck Island

By The VI Cat
9.6 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $152 per adult
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Overview

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.

Activity location

  • The VI Cat
    • 00802, Southside, St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • The VI Cat
    • 00802, Southside, St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands

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Turtle Cove Catamaran Snorkel and Sail at Little Buck Island
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h3h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 1:00pm
Price details
CA $152.25 x 1 AdultCA $152.25
Total
Price is CA $152.25

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedLocal guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedUnlimited Drinks (alcoholic drinks after in-water activities)
  • What's includedWhat's includedSnacks
  • What's includedWhat's includedUse of snorkelling equipment (mask, snorkel, snorkel vest, fins)
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedService charge (suggested)
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedSouvenir T-Shirts and Dri-Fit Shirts (available for purchase)
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedGuest provides own transport to and from the Marriott's Frenchman's Cove

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Travellers 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 colourful 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 car park 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 24 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! If you miss your tour, a $25 rebooking fee will be added*
  • 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 drinks will be offered after the in-water activities.
  • Wheelchair accessibility is best fitted for travel/non-motorized wheelchairs. 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 travellers) are encouraged to address them with their own medical professional prior to attending excursion.
  • Facial coverings are optional while onboard.

Activity itinerary

The VI Cat
  • 20m
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 transport 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 car park on the right hand side AFTER the security booth.
Little Buck Island
  • 2h 30m
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 snorkelling equipment (mask, snorkel, fins, snorkel vest), brief instruction and safety tips and if needed, a beginner's snorkelling 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 drinks.  NOTE: Alcoholic, non-alcoholic drinks and light snacks are served AFTER the snorkelling/in-water portion of snorkel & sail trips.
The VI Cat
  • 10m
Enjoy the relaxing sail back to the Marriott's Frenchman's Cove, where your fun-filled tour will conclude.

Location

Activity location

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    • 00802, Southside, St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEThe VI Cat
    • 00802, Southside, St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands

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