Our Most Popular Tour!
Board for an exhilarating sail to St. Thomas’ uninhabited Little Buck Island National Wildlife Refuge.
There, you will snorkel at Turtle Cove, where you’ll experience an unforgettable, fun-filled, marine life adventure.
Customize how you spend your day. 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.
What’s Included
- All snorkeling equipment: mask, snorkel, fins, snorkel vest.
- Brief instruction and safety tips and if needed, a beginner’s snorkeling guidance.
- Water before the snorkel
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and a light snack after the in-water activities
What’s Not Included
- Gratuity for crew
- Souvenir shirts can be purchased on board
Itinerary
- Travel independently to the Marriott’s Frenchman’s Cove
- Check in with security
- Meet on the wooden dock of the Marriott’s Frenchman’s Cove at 12:30pm
- Check in with The VI Cat crew wearing long-sleeve black dri-fit shirts with your confirmation ticket
- Depart the Marriott’s Frenchman’s Cove Dock at 1pm
- Set sail to Turtle Cove at Little Buck Island
- Once anchored in the Cove, you’ll receive all of your snorkel gear and snorkel instruction
- The Cat’s crew will lead you on a snorkel tour to snorkel with the Green Sea Turtles and then to the coral reef to see the indigenous sea life at Little Buck Island, St. Thomas
- After some free swim time, The Cat crew will call everyone back on board
- During the return sail back to The Marriott’s Frenchman’s Cove, enjoy refreshments, a light snack and fun music
- Return to the Marriott’s Frenchman’s Cove dock at 4pm
Highlights
Animal Planet Recommended
For a terrific price, you’re able to snorkel with the Green Sea Turtles in their natural habitat and experience some sailing in the Caribbean Sea!
We can’t wait to have you aboard!
Additional Information
Check-in Details
- Reference property map in photo reel.
- Check in with the Marriott’s Frenchman’s Cove security.
- Park in the large, flat gravel parking lot after the security booth on the right.
- Walk down the hill on the road and follow signs that say pool or beach access.
- Look for the wooden dock located off of the beach, in front of the pool.
Notes
- Do Not park in garage spaces or on the road.
- Upper parking lot before security booth is for employees only.
- Guests are only permitted to park in designated areas.
- Arrival time for tours is 30 minutes prior to departure time.
What to Bring
- Towel, sun protection, sunglasses, reef-safe sunscreen
- Bring a copy of your ticket either on your phone or print out
- Have online waiver filled out ahead of time
- Gratuity for your crew
Special Requirements
- Minors are to be accompanied by a parent or guardian
- All guests are to meet on the wooden dock of the Marriott’s Frenchman’s’ Cove 30 minutes prior to trip departure time
Restrictions
- Alcoholic beverages are provided after the in-water activities
- Guests with impaired mobility are to contact our office to discuss options
- Taking pictures of others without their permission or consent is discouraged
- Any guests with medical concerns are encouraged to address them with their own medical professional prior to attending excursion. Fun Water Tours Inc. and The Cat staff does not give health advice.
Extras
- All snorkel gear is provided: mask, snorkel, fins, snorkel vest. You are welcome to bring your own snorkel gear with you. Additional foam noodles are available on board if you would like additional buoyancy
- Facial coverings are optional while onboard
- Souvenir shirts are available for purchase
Health & Safety
- Facial coverings are optional while onboard.
- Be sure to arrive 30 minutes prior to trip departure time. To ensure an on-time departure, we are unable to accommodate late arrivals.
- Any guests with medical concerns is encouraged to address them with their own medical professional prior to attending excursion. Fun Water Tours Inc. and The Cat staff does not give health advice.
Disclaimers
- Excursion meeting time is 30 minutes prior to departure time. We will depart at tour scheduled time. We cannot accommodate for late comers.
- Only registered guests are allowed to use the pool/beach chairs. Any Cat passengers using these items may be asked to leave property and excursion tickets may be forfeited
- Tour departs at 1pm and returns at 4pm. Please note that all tours are listed in local time, AST (Atlantic Standard Time zone).
Map to find dock
FAQS
A: Pop up showers may happen throughout the day on St. Thomas. The forecast changes often and hourly. We monitor the radar closely and in the unlikely event that we need to cancel the tour, we will call the number listed on the reservation, leave a message. Follow up with a text and also send an email if we do not reach you. Safety is our top priority for everyone, followed closely by FUN.
A: To receive a full refund, customers may cancel up to 72 hours before the excursion start date in the local time zone. Please see the cancellation page for more details.
A: The Marriott Frenchman’s Cove is 7-10 minutes from the WICO cruise ship dock and 20-30 minutes from the Crown Bay cruise ship dock.
Q: Where do you depart from?
A: We depart from The Marriott’s Frenchman’s COVE – the colorful townhomes. Please type “Marriott’s Frenchman’s Cove” into your GPS to find us easier. Note: The Westin Beach Resort & Spa at Frenchman’s Reef is different than The Marriott’s Frenchman’s COVE.
A: Yes, there are two marine-style bathrooms on the catamaran.
Q: Will I get sea sick?
A: The VI Cat is roughly a 29′ wide, 54′ long sailing vessel, so it tends to offer a smoother ride than other boats. However, if you have a tendency to get motion sickness, anti-nausea bands, patch or medication may be helpful. Inquire with your primary health care professional for guidance.
Q: What do I need to bring?
A: If you are going on a snorkel tour; you should wear your swimsuit and bring a towel, hat, sunglasses, non-spray, reef-safe sunscreen. For all tours; we suggest you bring cash for gratuities and cash/credit card if interested in purchasing souvenir shirts.
A: From WICO / Havensight:
1 passenger = $12;
2+ passengers = $9/each person, each way
From Crown Bay:
1 passenger = $15;
2+ passengers = $12/each person, each way.
- Please note these rates are subject to change per VI Taxi Commission Regulations.
A: Yes. A good mask, snorkel, & fins is one thing, but a snorkel vest is also part of the equipment of a snorkeler. Wearing a snorkel vest is especially important for all snorkelers. Instead of concentrating on the constant movements to stay afloat, your focus can be on the underwater landscapes, turtles and fish. It is particularly important that the vest fits well and is comfortable to wear without being too big or too small. The vest should not restrict movement. The snorkel vest can be inflated by a simple mouth valve.
A: Lockers are not available on-board. We recommend that you only bring what you will need for your trip and secure it amongst your backpack or beach bag.
A: With a week’s notice, we can arrange with our caterer to have a cake dropped directly to the boat. Call the office to discuss options and pricing.
Q: Is The Cat available for private events?
A: Yes, of course! Please call the office to book your special occasion today! The Cat works very closely with the Marriott’s concierge service (St. Thomas Water Sports, LLC.)
A: Turtle sightings are often reported and not guaranteed as the green sea turtles are in their natural habitat.
Cancellations
Fun Water Tours, Inc/The VI Cat 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, including illness or flight delays.
We recommend purchasing “Trip Protection” which will guarantee refund up to 1 hour prior to departure time and may be purchased at time of booking.
“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, rebooking or excursion credit.
Contact The VI Cat by phone or email to inquire about Trip Protection, cancellations, rebookings or excursion credit: 340-690-2287 or 340-998-6789 and [email protected].
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