Snorkeling in St Thomas: Private Reef and Beach Day

Snorkel reefs where sea turtles and rays actually are, then pick your beaches

A full-day private snorkeling charter in St Thomas on a 37-foot boat, where you choose the reefs and beaches and the captain navigates between them. You snorkel multiple reef sites to see sea turtles, rays and coral formations, then visit beaches like Magen's Bay or the bays around St John (Waterlemon Cay, Peter Bay, Maho Bay or Leinster) before stopping for lunch at a waterfront restaurant. The boat is yours alone, so the day shapes around what you want to see.

The experience

The boat holds your group and nothing else. Seven hours means you're not rushing between two quick stops. You can spend real time at each reef, watching for sea turtles and rays in the coral, then move on when you're ready. The captain knows which reefs are active that day and steers toward the best visibility and marine life, so you're not guessing where to drop in.

After snorkeling, the day splits between beaches. Magen's Bay is the postcard version: wide sand and calm water. The bays around St John offer something quieter: Peter Bay, Waterlemon Cay, Maho Bay and Leinster each have their own character, and the captain will take you to whichever fits the group's mood. Lunch happens at one of several waterfront spots (Pizza Pi, Lime Out VI, the Beach Club at Lovango Resort, or restaurants in Cruz Bay or Charlotte Amalie), so you eat where the boat is, not on a fixed schedule.

Hotel pickup is included, and an English-speaking captain is on board the whole day. The boat is private, meaning no other groups, no set itinerary beyond "reefs and beaches," and no pressure to stick to a clock.

What’s included

• Private boat charter for your group.
• snorkeling at multiple reef sites.
• stops at beaches including Magen's Bay or the bays of St John.
• hotel pickup and English-speaking captain for the full seven hours.
• lunch at a waterfront restaurant of your choice.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

Book up to12h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 3 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearby

Operated by Sonic Charters

Is this one for you?The captain speaks English and steers the day around what your group wants to see, so you're not following a fixed route or listening to a scripted commentary. You're snorkeling where the marine life is and stopping at beaches that match your mood.

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Top questions

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 kind of sea life will I actually see when snorkeling the reefs around St Thomas?

Sea turtles, rays and various coral formations are common in the reef sites the captain takes you to. The specific species and density depend on which reefs are most active that day, and the captain chooses based on current conditions.

Can I pick which beaches we visit, or is the itinerary set?

The beaches are your choice. Options include Magen's Bay or the bays around St John (Peter Bay, Waterlemon Cay, Maho Bay and Leinster), and the captain will take you to whichever you prefer.

Where do we eat lunch, and is it included in the price?

Lunch stops at a waterfront restaurant of your choice: Pizza Pi, Lime Out VI, the Beach Club at Lovango Resort, or restaurants in Cruz Bay or downtown Charlotte Amalie. The meal itself is not included. You pay for what you order.

Does the boat pick me up from my hotel?

Yes, hotel pickup is included. The captain will arrange the time based on where you're staying and the day's snorkeling plan.

How many people can fit on the boat?

The 37-foot Intrepid is a private charter, so it holds your group alone. The exact capacity depends on group size, and the captain will confirm when you book.