Sunday Funday! Turtle Cove Snorkel & Water Island Beach Excursion
Visit a Beach that is only accessible by boat AFTER Swimming with the Green Sea Turtles in their natural habitat at Turtle Cove, Little Buck Island off of St. Thomas.
Water Island is often referred to the "Fourth" Virgin Island and only has a couple hundred permanent residents.
Live music may be played on the beach Most Sundays.
*Turtle sightings are often reported and not guaranteed as the green sea turtles are in their natural habitat.
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Sunday Funday! Turtle Cove Snorkel & Water Island Beach Excursion
What's included in Sunday Funday! Turtle Cove Snorkel & Water Island Beach Excursion
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Little Buck Island
Visit Little Buck Island, off St. Thomas, a National Wildlife Refuge where you'll get to swim with the resident Green Sea Turtles at Turtle Cove. You will also have the opportunity to snorkel a reef with tropical fish. Snorkeling Equipment: 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. Open Bar with alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages and Light Snacks will be offered AFTER all in-water activities.
And then sail to Honeymoon Beach, Water Island, off St. Thomas, where you can purchase lunch from one of two local vendors or you're welcome to bring your own lunch aboard! This is a beach stop where you can relax on the beach or wade in the calm waters.
Inclusions
- Snacks
- Unlimited Drinks (open bar after in-water activities)
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Local Guide
- 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
- Lunch can be bought onboard or purchased from a local vendor on the beach
- Service animals allowed
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 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. He 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
- If guest or vessel's Master determines safety issue, a full refund will be given.
- Open bar will begin after all in-water activities have commenced
- 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.
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- This tour is 6 hours. 11am - 5pm (Local Time) You provide your own transportation to the Marriott's Frenchman's Cove. Check in with security and make your way to the WOODEN DOCK. Follow "beach access" signs. 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 by 10:30am 2. Tour departs promptly at 11am and returns at 5pm 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 10:30am 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) • 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. • 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