Private boat charter Anguilla: Snorkel four bays and Prickly Pear

Relax under the shade canopy or paddleboard between secluded Caribbean coves on your private boat

A private full-day boat charter in Anguilla takes you to Rendezvous Bay, Crocus Bay, Sandy Island and Prickly Pear Cays with snorkeling gear, paddleboards and a floating mat. Swim in crystalline water, snorkel under the cliffs, and enjoy lunch on a sandy island. Your captain Pierre shapes the day around what you want, and an open bar runs throughout.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private boat tour of Anguilla highlights

• Swim in Rendezvous Bay
• Snorkel under Crocus Bay cliffs
• Lunch on sandy island
• Visit Prickly Pear Cays

The experience

The boat leaves with just your group, so the stops and timing bend to what appeals to you. Pierre, the captain, knows where the water is clearest and where the snorkeling pays off: Crocus Bay sits under cliffs that draw fish, and Prickly Pear Cays is where lunch happens on sand. You get snorkeling gear, paddleboards and a floating mat at each stop, so whether you want to drift on the water, explore underwater or just float and watch is entirely your call. The rear canopy keeps the sun off when you need it.

Rendezvous Bay opens the day with a swim in water so clear the bottom shows from the surface. From there the boat moves to Crocus Bay, where you snorkel in the shallows near the rock face. Sandy Island comes next: small, quiet and the place where lunch happens. The day closes at Prickly Pear, where the water stays calm and the light hits the sand in a way that makes the whole thing feel separate from the rest of Anguilla. An open bar with beer, rosé, white wine and sodas runs the whole time.

Eight hours on the water means you're not rushing between stops, and the boat's size means no crowds at any of them. Tell Pierre what matters to you (more time snorkeling, more time anchored, a different island), and he adjusts. The only thing to know beforehand: dock fees are 35 euros per person, and lunch is on you if you want something beyond what the boat provides.

What’s included

• Snorkeling equipment.
• paddleboards.
• floating mat.
• open bar with beer, sodas, rosé and white wine.
• use of the rear canopy for shade.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and French

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

ConfirmationConfirmation within 48 h

Paid on siteUS$ 210

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Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

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Is this one for you?The day runs eight hours on the water with swimming and snorkeling at four stops, so it suits travelers who are comfortable in the ocean and want time to move slowly between places rather than a packed itinerary. Pierre adjusts the route to what you want, which means you're never locked into the standard stops if something else appeals to you more.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and French.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's the water like for snorkeling at Crocus Bay?

Crocus Bay sits under cliffs where fish gather in the shallows, so you snorkel in clear water close to the rock face. The depth stays manageable and the visibility is strong enough to see the bottom from the surface.

Can I skip a stop or spend more time at one place?

Yes. The charter is private and Pierre shapes the day around what you want, so you can stay longer at any stop or ask to go somewhere else entirely instead of following the standard route.

What happens at Prickly Pear Cays?

Prickly Pear is where lunch happens on a sandy island. You can swim, snorkel or float on the mat while you're there, and the boat anchors long enough to make it feel unhurried.

Is the snorkeling gear included, or do I need to bring my own?

Snorkeling equipment comes with the charter, along with paddleboards and a floating mat. You don't need to bring gear or arrange it separately.

How many people can fit on the boat?

The boat is private, so it's just your group. Pierre will tell you the exact capacity when you book, but the size keeps the experience intimate and lets the boat reach smaller anchorages.