Turtle Cove Catamaran Snorkel and Sail at Little Buck Island
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.
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Turtle Cove Catamaran Snorkel and Sail at Little Buck Island
What's included in Turtle Cove Catamaran Snorkel and Sail at Little Buck Island
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
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.
Enjoy the relaxing sail back to the Marriott's Frenchman's Cove, where your fun-filled tour will conclude.
Inclusions
- 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
- 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.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Each guest is to provide their own transportation to the Marriott's Frenchman's Cove. Check in with security and make your way to the DOCK and follow signs that say public access to beach. Arrive 30 minutes prior to trip departure time. We are cannot accommodate late arrivals.
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Ticket Redemption
1. MUST be to Marriott's Frenchman's Cove DOCK at 12:30pm 2. Tour departs promptly at 1pm and returns at 4pm 3. We cannot accommodate late-comers 4. Type in: "Marriott's Frenchman's Cove" into Google Maps 5. Check in with security booth 6. Park in large, flat, gravel parking lot on right side AFTER security booth (DO NOT park in garage spaces) 7. Walk down hills, in road. Follow signs that say "beach access" 8. Find wooden dock off of beach 9. Check in with The VI Cat crew on wooden dock at 12:30pm Other notes: • Call or text 340-690-2287 or email: [email protected] with any questions. • The Marriott's Frenchman's Cove is 7-10 minute taxi from the WICO cruise ship dock and 20-30 minute taxi from the Crown Bay cruise ship dock • A ladder with 5 to 8 steps is used to enter and exit the water from the boat • An alternate snorkeling site may be used if weather conditions are not favorable • Participants must be at least 21 years old to consume alcohol • Wear a swimsuit, BRING A TOWEL and adequate sun protection. • Souvenir T-shirts and Dri-Fit shirts are available for purchase • Be sure to mention any medical allergies or medical conditions to the Captain • All cruises aboard The VI Cat are barefoot cruises • Bring cash for gratuities for your crew • There are marine bathrooms available on board • Tours are listed in local time (Atlantic Standard Time Zone) • The Marriott's Frenchman's Cove is the time-share portion of the Marriott. • Cancellation policy: To receive a full refund, customers may cancel up to 72 hours before the excursion start date in the local time zone. No refunds will be given after that time period. "No-Shows" will be charged the full price of the excursion. • Pool and beach chairs are for resort guests only. If found using resort property, you may be asked to leave which may result in forfeit of excursion ticket