Buck Island Turtle Snorkel Sail: Luxury Sailing & Snorkeling Adventure from Frenchman's Reef

Embark on a luxury sailing and snorkeling adventure to Buck Island from Frenchman’s Reef. Swim with sea turtles, explore a sunken shipwreck, and experience the island lifestyle of Water Island.

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • The Westin Beach Resort & Spa at Frenchman’s Reef - Embark on a journey aboard a luxury catamaran to explore one of the premier snorkeling spots near St. Thomas, Buck Island. Experience swimming alongside turtles and possibly discover a sunken shipwreck. The adventure continues to Water Island, where guests can enjoy lunch and immerse themselves…
What's Included
  • Use of snorkeling equipment
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Use of freshwater shower and towels
  • Alcoholic beverages
What's Not Included
  • Gratuity
  • Lunch
  • Parking is available for outside guests a cost of $10/vehicle. Please purchase at hotel front desk.
Additional Information

The Buck Island Snorkel Sail combines the best of the Virgin Islands: superior luxury sailing, exceptional snorkeling and an opportunity to explore the unique island lifestyle of Water Island. This 5-hour excursion begins with a scenic morning sail to Buck Island where we will snorkel with sea turtles and even explore a sunken shipwreck (conditions…

Location
The Westin Beach Resort & Spa at Frenchman’s Reef
Estate Bakkeroe
Please check in 15 minutes prior to departure at the Dockside Watersports Center. Follow signs from the lobby at the Westin at Frenchman's Reef. If utilizing the hotel's self-parking, please plan for an additional 20 minutes to park and pay at the hotel's front desk.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Circus317
Dec 29, 2025
Well done, fun snorkeling day - This was our best day of our week in St. Thomas! Very smooth operation. Saw two big green turtles immediately even with four other boats at Turtle Cove. Many pretty fish, beautiful underwater scenery to be seen - even a barracuda and a nurse shark. Lunch at Honeymoon Bay fine if crowded, still fun swimming. Open bar on the boat was welcome.
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Melissa_m
Dec 27, 2025
Family of 5 Had A Ball - Very fun experience- the crew and the sail were amazing. We did get to see turtles snorkeling and a bunch of fish. Kids loved the slides on the boat and jumping in to the ocean from the boat. Lunch and the beach time were amazing!
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Paradise48524832047
Mar 9, 2025
Highlight of our trip - Beautiful catamaran barely a year old takes you to Buck Island. Attentive and capable crew, snorkeling gear is new and the spot they picked was perfect - our group saw turtles and even a barracuda. Lunch at a beach on another island, complementary drinks on boat, it was a five hour snorkeling, beach, cruise that our entire family really enjoyed. 5 stars.
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Trail51094430267
Mar 8, 2025
Beautiful day…don’t miss out! - The staff was very professional and nice. Our youngest didn’t want to snorkel so Lindsay hung out with him the whole time making him feel comfortable and special. The boat was beautiful and clean. As soon as we got in the water we were able to swim with a few turtles and spotted a few more eating at the bottom of the sea. It was a beautiful experience and would recommend to anyone!!
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Lori
Jan 16, 2025
Fantastic voyage - The crew and Captain were so nice and very helpful with making this trip fun and comfortable! Saw lots of turtles, rays and fish. The Catamaran was clean and organized. Thank you so much!!
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Deonedavis
Dec 26, 2024
Beautiful and fun sail and snorkel trip. - This is the second time we have done this trip. We always have w wonderful time and the guys and the captain are always top notch.
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U4013cdmichaelm
Oct 25, 2024
TURTLE SNORKELING - Everyone on the crew was great especially Brendan! They made our trip really memorable! We did indeed see a couple turtles! Some stingrays and fish as well! Highly recommend checking out it out!
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James_d
Mar 1, 2025
One turtle - We only saw one turtle and a few fish. The ads showed lots of turtles and fish. That with the one hour of snorkeling was disappointing.
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Whirledtravelerooo
Jan 11, 2025
THE REEF IS DEAD - The reef on Buck Island is totally dead. There is nothing to see. The coral is nonexistent. No sea fans no life whatsoever. Saw only a few meager fish. The staff on the trip were great and friendly, but there is no reason to take is trip. There is nothing to see when you are snorkeling.
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George_a
Dec 7, 2024
Poor communications. - We were very ready to go yesterday but trip was cancel by email two hours before trip. That was very disappointing. Can't recommend you at all. We had limited time to go and day was beautiful ☹️☹️☹️☹️☹️☹️☹️😨☹️
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From $129
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).