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Semi Private Sailboat Tour with Snorkeling and Drinks
5.0
222 Ratings
East End
We offer a semi private setting with a maximum of 6 guest and a personalized experience. The sailboat Cosmos Mariner is stable, sea kindly, and a beautiful classic boat. With years of experience sailing and snorkeling these waters Rob and Deb are sure to deliver an unforgettable experience.
We offer a semi private setting with a maximum of 6 guest and a personalized experience. The sailboat Cosmos Mariner is stable, sea kindly, and a beautiful classic boat. With years of experience sailing and snorkeling these waters Rob and Deb are sure to deliver an unforgettable experience.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Sapphire Beach - Sail from St.Thomas to St.John’s beautiful Caneel Bay where you will spend time snorkeling with tropical fish at one of the premier spots in the USVI. Caneel Bay is just one of several possibilities for this trip and not always a definite stop ( time and weather dependent). We may snorkel a different location near this area (…
- Sapphire Beach - Sail from St.Thomas to St.John’s beautiful Caneel Bay where you will spend time snorkeling with tropical fish at one of the premier spots in the USVI. Caneel Bay is just one of several possibilities for this trip and not always a definite stop ( time and weather dependent). We may snorkel a different location near this area ( Christmas cove, or Lovango). Captain Rob knows all the great snorkel spots and will always do his best to put you in the calmest waters.
What's Included
- Carbonated beverages
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Use of snorkeling equipment
- Water flotation devices (noodles, seat floats, etc.)
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Carbonated beverages
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Use of snorkeling equipment
- Water flotation devices (noodles, seat floats, etc.)
- Alcoholic Beverages
What's Not Included
- Crew Gratuity (20% of trip is customary)
- Towels
- Sunscreen. Please look for reef safe products. No SPRAYS or OILS
- Crew Gratuity (20% of trip is customary)
- Towels
- Sunscreen. Please look for reef safe products. No SPRAYS or OILS
Additional Information
- Swim ladder is rated for max capacity of 260 lbs
- If you plan to go swimming you must be physically able to climb small boarding ladder
- Swim ladder is rated for max capacity of 260 lbs
- If you plan to go swimming you must be physically able to climb small boarding ladder
Location
Sapphire Beach
Sapphire Marina dock slip N20
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(222 Ratings)
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Heather_k
Jun 25, 2025
Absolutely an amazing... - Absolutely an amazing excursion!! The cosmos couple that run the sail boat were nice informative and very helpful. I would extremely recommend this excursion.
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Lori_c
Jun 20, 2025
Perfect mix of sailing and snorkeling! - This was the perfect tour if you want to go for a boat ride and snorkel. We booked this because it was a smaller group and wasn't a "party boat" and that was exactly what we got. Deb and Rob were so down to earth and communicated with us what to expect the day of. We snorkeled for about an hour at Christmas Cove which was just the right amount of time to see turtles, sting rays and a ship wreck! I would recommend this to anyone looking for a peaceful boat tour at St. Thomas!
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Dianej266
Jun 20, 2025
Mostly private, serene ride - Great experience with Deb and Rob. It was nice to be on a small boat owned and operated by a family instead of a boat with 35 people owned by a big company. It was just us, 2 friends, and 2 others who we didn't know. Great experience! We booked direct, on their website, and that was very smooth as well.
The boat ride was serene. No 30 minute long speech about rules before we could hop into the water. We got lots of time to snorkel, and were able to see turtles, rays, a plethora of fish, and a shipwreck. The way back was great with rum punch, and snacks. Enjoyed getting to hear about the owners travels.
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Katlin_k
May 29, 2025
Amazing experience! Hosts... - Amazing experience! Hosts were attentive & informative & the cove we visited was gorgeous! We were able to swim with sea turtles, see beautiful tropical fish, and even a shipwreck! Highly recommend.
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Jared
Apr 29, 2025
A must-do activity in Saint Thomas!!! - I can't say enough about this experience. Rob and Deb were the best hosts and took us to Cristmas Cove for the best snorkling and sightseeing. The whole family enjoyed the excursion and we would 1000% do this again! It was relaxing with breathtaking views and abundant nature all around. Thanks for a GREAT time!!
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Wanderlustgrl1984
Apr 26, 2025
Perfect day - Worked with Deb to plan a family snorkel tour. They are the most accommodating hosts. The sail boat was perfect for my family of 5. We have children ranging from 12-20yrs old. They sailed us to the most beautiful area where we swam and snorkeled. They provided the gear which was a huge plus. The kids saw turtles, rays, star fish and so many puffer fish. When we were done, I swam for a little bit and then they provided us with snacks which was exactly what we needed after snorkeling. The ride to and from was beautiful. My kids loved laying out on the bed on the front of the boat. Saint Thomas is the most beautiful place. We took a taxi from the port and felt extremely safe the entire time. If you do book, go directly through their website. I’m a fan of booking through the actual people running the excursion so they don’t lose profit to a third party site. They more than earned it. We can’t to come back here.
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Happiness542850
Apr 8, 2025
Highly recommend Sailing the Cosmos! - We had such a nice time on this cruise! We felt very comfortable that we were in good hands and were able to really relax and enjoy the beautiful surroundings! The snorkeling was good too! What a fantastic way to spend the afternoon! I highly recommend Sailing the Cosmos!
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Kim_j
Apr 2, 2025
Super fun sailing... - Super fun sailing experience! The windy conditions on the way to the snorkeling spot added to the adventure. Captain Rob and Deb were great sailors/hosts. We enjoyed having a private sailing with our family of six. The marina is next to beautiful Sapphire Beach, which is a 25-30 minute taxi ride from the cruise port (and costs $15/person each way). We highly recommend Sailing the Cosmos!
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Tiffani
Apr 2, 2025
St. Thomas Snorkeling - What a fabulous experience! This was our first time in St. Thomas and we knew we wanted to go out snorkeling. First off, the cap of 6 people on the boat was a huge plus for us. Rob and Deb were the perfect sailing hosts, providing snacks and drinks, giving information about the islands, the wildlife we would encounter, and where we could look for everything while snorkeling in Christmas Cove! If you are looking for pretty much a private outing, this is your crew! 10/10 recommend!!
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Mark_s
Mar 30, 2025
Fun half-day sailing and snorkeling excursion - Their website has great information and photos, and the experience was accurately portrayed. We went in March 2025, Sailing in that area is gorgeous, and they took us to a great snorkeling spot with a shipwreck, some coral and grassy areas with turtles. We saw 5 turtles, 2 rays, 7 large starfish, and a good assortment of fish. Pretty much the perfect half-day excursion. Rob and Deb are great.
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