Speedboat Tours in the Caribbean, 15 Ways

1.Captain Bob Speed Boat, Snorkeling, Beach Tour & Lunch St Maarten

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,336 reviews · from $139Our pick

Join Captain Bob’s small-group speedboat tour from Dock Maarten for five stops around Dutch and French St. Maarten. With guides such as Brett and Dillon, you’ll snorkel near turtles, stingrays, fish, and coral, eat lunch at Pinel Island, relax on white-sand beaches, and watch aircraft pass over Maho Beach. Lunch, drinks, gear, and a cruise-ship return guarantee are included.

“Great experience visiting multiple spots around St Maarten. Would recommend to adults and kids and would do it again if we were there.”

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2.Mini-Speed Boat 3 Hour Snorkeling Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 752 reviews

Drive your own Rhino mini-speed boat from Cole Bay across Simpson Bay Lagoon and along St Maarten’s coast. A guide leads the group to Creole Rock or Happy Bay for swimming and snorkeling. No boating experience is required, but you must be 18 or hold a valid license to drive. Max: 45 people.

“Driving the boats are easy and sooo much fun. The beach that we stopped at for snorkeling has some really good food and drinks so make sure you bring money with you. This was one of my favorite excursions not just in Sint Maarten but In my travels around the world”

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3.Exuma Powerboat Tour from Nassau with Swimming Pigs

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 474 reviews · from $439

From Paradise Island, a small powerboat carries you to Allen’s Cay, Compass Cay, Big Major Cay, Staniel Cay, and more. Feed rock iguanas, see nurse sharks, meet swimming pigs, eat lunch at Staniel Cay Yacht Club, and relax on a sandbar. Captains such as Rico, Emilio, Cam, and Neil keep the long day moving.

“We had Rico and Rick take us out for our trip and it was one of the best days I've had! I'm female and I was traveling solo and felt comfortable and safe the entire time. I think we had enough time at each spot and the lunch on Staniel Cay was really good! I would definitely book another tour with this company.”

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4.Original Exuma Powerboat Adventures

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 465 reviews · from $328

Spend about nine hours leaving Nassau by powerboat for Allen’s Cay and private Ship Channel Cay. Feed endangered rock iguanas, see swimming pigs, stingrays, and sharks, snorkel the reef, watch conch salad being made, and enjoy a buffet lunch with an open bar. Hotel pickup may be available.

“They canceled our experience day before and where unable to rebook it. I have still not received a refund. It was for my daughters 19th birthday”

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5.Speed Boat and Snorkeling in Punta Cana Bavaro

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 337 reviews · from $70Best value

Meet your guide at Playa Jellyfish in Bavaro, receive a short safety briefing, then ride a private speedboat to a reef, natural pool, and sandbar. Snorkeling gear is supplied, and the captain can let you drive under supervision. Guides such as Manolo, Jesus, Jose, and Antonio are frequently praised for friendly service.

“Good tour over all, waves were a little rough but that’s just the nature of snorkeling. It was definitely fun driving the boat and would definitely do again. 👍🏼”

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6.Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 315 reviews · 7 - 10 hours · from $89

Spend 7 to 10 hours traveling from your hotel to Bayahibe, then across the Caribbean by sailing catamaran and speedboat. You get 2.5 hours on Saona Island, a buffet lunch, open-bar drinks, music, and a 30-minute stop at a shallow natural pool. Guides such as Christian, Juan, and Paula have earned strong praise for friendly service.

“it was one of the prettiest beaches we‘ve been and not to forget the guides, especially andy:)”

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7.Culebra Power Boat Snorkeling & Beach Tour All Inclusive

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 288 reviews · from $185

Sail from Fajardo to Culebra aboard a custom Newton powerboat for reef snorkeling, beach time, lunch, and unlimited drinks. The captain may choose Flamenco Beach, Culebrita, Luis Peña, or another safe stop based on sea conditions. Captain Benny and crew members Anthony and Sergio have been praised for friendly, attentive service.

“Great day! Money well spent. Allowed the perfect amount of time to snorkel and enjoy the beach. The crew were so sweet and accommodating. They put out a wonderful spread that kept us sustained throughout the day and the drinks were delicious! Would definitely highly recommend!”

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8.Saona Island Excursion by Catamaran and Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 197 reviews · from $95

Travel from Punta Cana to Saona Island by speedboat or catamaran, stopping at a waist-deep natural pool before a beach afternoon with lunch, drinks, music, and optional dancing or volleyball. Guides such as Max and Jack Sparrow have earned praise, but boat choice and pickup arrangements can vary.

“Terrible experience was over an hour late being picked up from hotel, the van had no step up into it and no railing to hold onto I hurt my knee and another passenger fell! We stopped along the way and waited for the driver to get food while wRead more”

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9.Caribbean Blue Charters – Full Day Boat Charter – 35′ Marlin Power Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 174 reviews

Spend about 7.5 hours aboard a private 35-foot Marlin powerboat from St Thomas. Your captain, often Nate, Kyle, Brendan, or Anthony, can shape the day around swimming, snorkeling, beaches, Lime Out, and island views. Gear, floats, music, ice, a cooler, and hotel pickup are included, but fuel, the captain fee, and gratuity cost extra.

“We had a great day on the boat with the family. Nate has been an excellent captain. The kids loved him and he customized the itinerary to perfectly fit the entire family. BTW don't forget that fuel cost and Captains fee is extra. Tip should be based off total price not just Captains fee FYI which wasn't quite clear to us initially. But this is standard proactive for most operators. Just something to be aware of. Recommend this without any restrictions.”

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10.Anguilla – Discovery Speed Boat tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 172 reviews · from $149

Spend about seven hours crossing from St. Maarten to Anguilla by speedboat, with stops at Sandy Island, Little Bay, Shoal Bay, and Meads Bay. Your crew handles the route, snorkeling gear, floating devices, sandwiches, and open bar. Captains such as Sammy, Lucas, Nico, and Junior may lead the boat, but names vary by departure.

“Had an amazing day despite the bad weather. The beaches were beautiful and the snorkeling was great. Lucas always made sure we had a drink in our hands whether we were on or off the boat.”

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11.Speed Boat & Snorkeling Tour Pinel & Tintamarre Islands for Cruise Ship Guests

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 133 reviews · from $139

You’ll spend about six hours with a small group of up to 16, cruising from Philipsburg to Tintamarre, Creole Rock, Pinel Island, and Maho Beach. Captains such as Nico, Sammy, Frankie, and Junior combine island stories with snorkeling, lunch, floating gear, and unlimited beer, soda, and water. Bring a towel, swimsuit, and cash for the $10 marine fee.

“Ensure your tour operator knows what boat you are on as ship time and local time were different for us - our cruise gangway down was 8:30am which was 9:30 local time and same time of our departure. They confirmed they would wait. Read more”

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12.Self-Drive Speedboat Ride and Pig Swimming Encounter

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 84 reviews · 2 hours · from $120

Take the wheel of a two-person speedboat near Nassau, follow your guide to Anthol Island, feed and swim with ocean pigs, snorkel, and enjoy a beach stop. Guides including Kelly, King, Serena, and Andy have helped make the outing personal. Early departures offer the best chance of quiet time with the pigs.

“This is an absolute gem. I am so glad we did this instead of the pig experience from the cruise. An excellent value and experience! We got a taxi at the port and it’s a quick drive to the bridge. We went the early morning tour which I highly recommend The speed boats were so much fun!!! I am not very good at driving so Kelly drove mine for me and one of my sons, Mark drove with my teenager and my fiance and youngest son did the third. We have three boys with us 15, 9 and 6. We got to a little beach access and took a short…”

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13.Exuma Powerboat Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 68 reviews · 8 hours · from $328

Spend eight hours aboard a 60-foot jet boat from Nassau to Ship Channel Cay in the Northern Exumas. You will meet swimming pigs, iguanas, stingrays, and fed sharks, then relax on a private island with lunch, an open bar, and a lively conch salad demonstration. Bring sunscreen, a hat, and a towel.

“I think this was one of the best experiences in the Bahamas!! The excursion is not cheap, but I would do it again and spend the money!!! Staff was great and friendly. The Island you get to spend the day on is something I can't even describe!!! Real Bahamian colors. You get to do everything and everyone gets a chance to see the pigs and the stingrays. The sharks were very cool, I thought we'd get to "swim" with them, but you actually just get to see them real close. Overall I think it's worth every cent, it was a beautiful experience, and the colors, there's just no price to…”

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14.Perfect Day at Saona Island by Speedboat – Completely Private

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 64 reviews · from $450

Spend about eight hours traveling from Punta Cana to Saona Island by speedboat with private land and water transfers. Stop at a natural pool, Turtle Lagoon, Starfish Bay, Clearwater Beach, and the Survivor filming area. Stanley and the boat crew guide the day, with snorkeling gear, drinks, optional champagne, and a beach buffet included.

“Our trip was perfect from start to finish. Stanley and the Captain gave us a warm welcome and spoilt us throughout. They seemed to know all the best places away from the crowds. Our girls said it was one of the best days of their lives and the beaches were the most beautiful they’d ever seen. Thank you to all of the Bia team”

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15.Private Speed Boat for Snorkeling or Fishing in Nassau – 34ft

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 53 reviews

Take a private 34-foot center-console boat from Paradise Island with Captain Willy and crew. Plan a four or eight-hour outing around snorkeling reefs, fishing spots, beaches, Gilligan’s Island, or Rose Island’s Footprints Beach Bar. Snorkel and fishing gear, ice, and bottled water are included.

“We had an absolutely unforgettable day with Born Free Charters aboard their 34-foot center console! Captain Willy and First Mate Calvin were the perfect crew—knowledgeable, funny, and genuinely passionate about making sure we had an Read more”

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