St John & Surrounding Cays - Full-Day Sail/Snorkel, 6 Guests Max
Overview
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6 hours 30 minutes
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An Unforgettable Sailing Experience! We offer a Semi-private and all inclusive Day trip that will be the best day of your vacation. There is no end to what you can see while sailing with Virgin Islands Day Sailing. Join us as we explore the most breathtaking locations around the Virgin Islands. Create timeless memories as you experience spectacular sailing destinations with those you love. If your celebrating a special occasion or have a special request, please reach out to us directly so we can provide a customized experience.
If arriving by Cruise ship, please reach out to us directly to make sure that your port times will work with our sailings.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please be at the meeting location at least 15 minutes prior to the departure time. Time listed are departure times. If you miss the sailing there will be no refund.
If you are arriving by cruise ship, you must reach out directly to the tour operator with your ships name and port times! Not all times will work with our schedule. No refunds will be offered on the day of departure if your times don't fit with ours..
What To Expect
Join us on an all-inclusive, Semi private sailing experience, Just for You! We sail with a maximum of 6 guest. There is no end to what you can see while sailing with Virgin Islands Day Sailing. Join us as we explore the most breathtaking locations around the Virgin Islands. Create timeless memories as you experience spectacular sailing destinations with those you love. Full day excursions depart from our slip in Sapphire Beach Marina, St. Thomas at 9:00 am with a return around 3:30. Enjoy the sights and our open bar as we sail. Our destination will be the St. John National Park and the picturesque surrounding cays. You will have the chance to discover why many say that St John offers some of the best snorkeling and swimming locations in the Virgin Islands. We usually try to hit two different locations with a fresh grilled lunch served between stops. Our locations will be picked based upon the wind, weather and crowd conditions. Our goal is to stay away from the stops that are frequented by the cruise ship excursions. Please contact us directly for private or custom tours.
Sample Menu
main
Grilled Chicken, grilled on board
Served with freshly prepared Pasta Salad and fresh fruit.
Options
St John & Surrounding Cays - Full-Day Sail/Snorkel, 6 Guests Max
What‘s Included
Soda/Pop
Bottled water
Alcoholic Beverages
Lunch
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
690 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Full day sail
amyd76085,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful experience with Kendall. He was very knowledgeable and we were very impressed by his navigating skills. I was not feeling great that day and he was very empathetic and attentive.
Great snorkeling, adventure, when visiting St. Thomas VI
jaedavidson,May 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our captain, Cook, bartender, island historian Kendall was professional, friendly, and a great host. Definitely would highly recommend this excursion when visiting St. Thomas.
Best day ever!
Regina H,May 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was by far one of the best excursions we have ever been on. Kendall customized it based on guest preferences, was a wealth of knowledge regarding the area and fixed a great lunch. If ever back in the area we would definitely do this again.
Great day on the water!
kristenlS8942RF,May 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing time snorkeling at Little St. James and Christmas Cove. Darren was a great captain! He was very attentive and made sure that we all had a great time. We got to see lots of cool fish and multiple sea turtles!
Great expierence, we saw...
RichardCory R,May 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great expierence, we saw a lot snorkling and the captain was very good with the boat. The dock was easy to get to from the parking lot.
Floating with Style with a true sailor
Scott B,May 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Captain Kendall is awesome. Quick with a story, happy to be there, and does a great job balancing captain duties with crew duties. He takes you to less populated snorkeling sites with opportunities to see more interesting and vibrate sea life. His sailing experience makes being under sail power look like a breeze.
Relaxing sailing...
Clara V,May 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Relaxing sailing experience with personal attention. The small group size made it especially enjoyable. Captain Kendall was very knowledgeable, attentive and competent. He took us to some very special snorkeling spots and had a thorough knowledge of the area. I would highly recommend this trip.
Sailing with Tommy
O7685AUsherryb,May 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tommy was AMAZING, from captain to chef to bartender. This guy did it all! Had a great time
Favorite excursion!
wendyhD5060IG,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My favorite excursion ! As we boarded, Captain Kendall extended a warm welcome. The small group of six made for an ideal day- long sailing. Our first stop Lovango Bay, where we enjoyed fantastic snorkeling in crystal clear water full of colorful fish, such as yellowtail snapper, angelfish, needle nose, and parrotfish- someone saw a shark. As we sailed around the cays, Captain Kendall shared stories about the history of the islands and pointed out landmarks. Our next stop, Scott’s Bay, offered another excellent snorkeling experience. I spotted several stingrays and either a puffer or porcupine fish along with plenty of other colorful fish. Lunch consisted of grilled chicken and pasta salad and my very first, second … painkiller cocktail, which was delicious! 😋 It was a great day with fun people!
Great Snorkel Adventure!
Donna W,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Captain Kendall made the trip so much fun! While sailing to the snorkeling sites he gave us a great history lesson on St Thomas.. I wish he had been my HS history teacher! The spots we went to were not crowded and offered some beautiful snorkeling 😊. He got us on & off safely & explained everything he was doing while sailing! Us landlubbers sincerely appreciated his expertise! He shared some lessons cal sights of interest and some environmental knowledge with us. He was good humored, entertaining and also a great chef & bartender while being a great & knowledgeable sailboat captain. Thank you for a wonderful experience!
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