Snorkeling Trips in US Virgin Islands, 15 Ways

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,100 reviews · from $119Our pick

You’ll sail The VI Cat from Marriott Frenchman’s Cove to Turtle Cove at Little Buck Island, with about an hour in the water among sea turtles, reef fish, and coral. Snorkel gear, snacks, and drinks are included, with alcohol served after swimming. Crew members such as Captain Serena, Nick, Isaac, and Porscha are often praised for safety help and good humor, though staffing varies.

“Very easy snorkeling experience where we saw some turtles and fish around a local island. The ride there was good and the sail back was phenomenal. Tim, Porscha, and Cap. Serena were fantastic.”

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2.Snorkel St. John Tour from Sapphire and Margaritaville

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,874 reviews · from $180

Spend 9 am to 3 pm cruising from Margaritaville St. Thomas to St. John’s protected waters. Crew members such as D’Hayden, Shyne, Nick, and Lauren provide gear and help for first-time snorkelers. Expect three snorkel stops, island stories, breakfast, buffet lunch, snacks, and an open bar, with locations shaped by weather and sea conditions.

“This is a must! Definitely the highlight of the trip. D’Haden and Shyne were fantastic hosts and made the excursion worth every penny.”

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3.Afternoon Snorkel, Pizza & Sunset Tour departing from St. Thomas & St. John

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,498 reviews · from $120

Join Ocean Surfari’s Reef Surfari for two snorkeling stops in Virgin Islands National Park, followed by pizza from Pizza Pi, drinks, music, and a sunset dance party. Captains and guides such as CJ, BK, John, Sydney, Darian, and Andy keep the trip lively. Pickup is available in Red Hook and Cruz Bay.

“From the time we were picked up to the time we bid farewell the trip was very entertaining. We met John and Darien first and they were very nice. Captain CJ was very interactive with everyone and along with John and Darien made the whole trip so fun. The sunset dance party was the icing on the cake. Thank you guys for making it worth experiencing”

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4.Cas Cay – Kayak Hike and Snorkel Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 870 reviews · from $99

Paddle through St. Thomas' red mangrove islands, hike Cas Cay to tidal pools and a blowhole, then snorkel in a calm mangrove nursery. Guides such as Marcus, Swish, Dana, and Chase add local ecology, humor, and hands-on help. Equipment, snacks, lockers, and water are included.

“We arrived 30 minutes late due to a taxi issue but they provided us with a guide and continued our excursion. How very gracious of them. “Swish” our guide was excellent and very informative. We have a new understanding and regard for thRead more”

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5.Snorkel Cat All Inclusive Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 801 reviews · from $175

Board Snorkel Cat near Margaritaville Resort for a five-hour sail from St. Thomas to St. John National Park and nearby reefs. Captain Shawn, Captain Tuna, Captain Danny Boy, and their crews have hosted many outings. You get snorkel gear, breakfast, lunch, soft drinks, beer, wine, liquor, and time to swim at two scenic spots.

“Captain very knowledgeable! My family had the best time! The snorkeling spots were excellent! We loved the pirate music!”

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6.Snorkel & Swim with Turtles. Semi Private Tour to Buck Island & Honeymoon Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 661 reviews · from $160

Spend four hours snorkeling near Buck Island or Brewers Bay, looking for turtles, rays, sharks, and tropical fish before relaxing at Honeymoon Beach. Captains such as Rusty, Mike, Dave, JW, and JP provide gear, drinks, local facts, and weather-based route changes. Lunch at Dinghy’s Beach Bar costs extra.

“Rusty was our Captain and we couldn’t have handled picked a better guy. Our trip was fantastic! Will recommend to friends.”

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7.St Thomas Mangrove Lagoon Kayak and Snorkel Tour in the US Virgin Islands

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 658 reviews · from $89

Paddle through St. Thomas’ Mangrove Lagoon Wildlife Sanctuary with a guide such as Brooke, Kaz, Pat, or Slim, then snorkel around mangrove roots and nearby waters. Expect wildlife, conservation stories, a moderate workout, and changing water clarity. A Cas Cay hike may be included or offered as an extension.

“Our guide, Pat, did a wonderful job showing us all different kinds of marine wildlife on our kayak and snorkel tour in the Mangroves. His fun loving spirit and determination to expose us to as much wildlife as possible made this tour super fun! Thank you Pat for a great time exploring the St. Thomas Mangroves!”

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

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

Set sail from Sapphire Beach Marina at 9 a.m. with a maximum of six people. Your captain, often Kendall, Addison, Tommy, Mark, or Rusty, chooses two or three snorkel sites near St. John based on wind, weather, and crowds. Expect turtles, rays, coral, a grilled lunch, soft drinks, and an open bar before returning around 3:30 p.m.

“Addison and jay were great! Addison was the captain and he was very knowledgeable about St. John and great captain. Would highly recommend”

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9.Half Day Luxury Catamaran Turtle Snorkel And Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 635 reviews · from $159

Join Captain Joe and Catie aboard a modern catamaran for a four-hour St. Thomas outing limited to 12 people. Snorkel at Turtle Cove near Buck Island National Wildlife Refuge, look for green sea turtles and reef fish, then relax at Honeymoon Beach. Gear, snacks, water, and a top-shelf open bar after the in-water activities are included.

“We had the best time with Catie and Joey! I would recommend this tour a million times! We saw turtles and fish ! They brought us to awesome spots!”

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10.50′ Luxury Yacht. Private Full or Half Day Catamaran Snorkel, & Beach Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 606 reviews

Charter the 50-foot SY Sirena from Red Hook for four to seven hours with up to 12 people. Your captain chooses calm coves and snorkeling sites around St. Thomas and St. John, while the crew supplies gear, floats, soda, beer, rum punch, and water. Pickup in Cruz Bay may be possible by advance request.

“This activity was the highlight of our stay in St. Thomas. We were a family of six, including an 7 and 2 year old. Everything from the booking to checking-in was smooth. The captain and first mate were accommodating and very knowledgeable. Read more”

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11.National Park Snorkeling Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 593 reviews · from $90

Set out aboard the 47-foot Reef Surfari from Red Hook, Cruz Bay, Crown Bay, or Havensight for two snorkel stops near St. John. Guides such as CJ, Darian, John, Andy, and Ren help with gear and safety while you look for turtles, rays, squid, octopus, and reef fish. Drinks are served after swimming.

“First time snorkeling and we did it as a family! Core memories! Definitely kid friendly thought our 9 year didn’t know how to swim they had all the equipment needed to help him float. They educated us on the areas and safety precautions. We Read more”

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 386 reviews

Spend up to seven hours aboard S/Y Pisces, a private 47-foot Leopard catamaran for up to 12 people. Your captain may plan stops at Buck Island, Water Island, Honeymoon Beach, Shipwreck Cove, or quieter coves for snorkeling, swimming, and beach time. Snorkel gear, floats, drinks, Bluetooth audio, and a restroom are included. Lunch is not.

“This trip was perfect. The captain and 1st mate were knowledgeable and personable. We traveled to two islands. The 2nd island we stopped at to swim and snorkel was great. Funny enough there were about two hundred little fish that circled under the boat. We loved it! Rum punch was a +.”

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13.Kayak & Snorkel with Sea Turtles, National Park, St. John

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 291 reviews · from $119

Spend about three hours hiking Turtle Point, kayaking Caneel Bay, and snorkeling over seagrass beds where sea turtles and stingrays feed. Guides including Kenny, Matt, Ernie, and Teegen lead small groups of up to 14, point out plants and wildlife, and tailor the pace. A longer option includes lunch.

“This was such a great way to start our vacation! Our guide Canadian Brian was friendly and knowledgeable about all parts of this multi-part trip. I felt comfortable paddling across to different islands with him leading and he showed us some spectacular snorkeling spots. I couldn’t recommend this more.”

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14.St. John Full-Day Lime Out Snorkel Taco Lunch & Open Bar – Westin

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 289 reviews · from $179

Spend about seven hours aboard a spacious catamaran from the Westin St. John. You get breakfast, loaner snorkel gear, two reef stops, two Lime Out tacos, and an open bar after snorkeling. Crew members such as Captain Erin, Chris, Izzy, and Sam are known for attentive service, while the day’s pace balances water time with lunch and sailing.

“We had a great time snorkeling! Chris, Matt, and Sam were great. It was a gorgeous day and they took us to some great snorkeling places”

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15.Best of Mangrove Lagoon Kayak, Hike and Snorkel Adventure with Picnic Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 261 reviews · from $159

Spend five hours with Virgin Islands Ecotours kayaking through St. Thomas’s Mangrove Lagoon, hiking across Cas Cay to a volcanic blowhole, and snorkeling for starfish, rays, fish, and more. Guides such as Dana, Freddie, Chrissy, and Swish offer nature insight and help first-time paddlers. Lunch, water, and gear are included.

“Sherrie was an amazing tour guide. We did the 5 hour lunch tour. It was perfect. There were 4 people on our tour. Very Serene peaceful and definitely the highlight of our trip. They were very personable and friendly! Would do this tour time and time again!”

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