St John & Remote Island: Snorkel Catamaran with Meals & Drinks

Summary

Snorkeling St John’s clear reefs then sailing to a wild island for lunch and sun

You’ll drift across turquoise waters from St John to a hidden island, snorkeling coral reefs with all gear provided. Enjoy breakfast onboard, a fresh lunch under the sun, unlimited drinks, plus easy pickup at Margaritaville Resort. Let yourself unwind—no planning needed—just swim, eat, sail, repeat.

What’s the experience like?

I felt that weird mix of excitement and calm stepping onto the catamaran in St John—maybe it was the smell of sunscreen and saltwater or just knowing I wouldn’t have to think about anything all day. The crew handed out coffee and banana bread (still warm, which surprised me), and there was this quiet buzz as everyone found a spot on deck. Someone’s kid kept asking if we’d see turtles. I hoped so too.

Our captain, Sam, pointed out the first snorkel spot—a little cove where the water looked almost fake, like someone had dialed up the blue. Mask on, fins awkwardly slapped on my feet (never graceful), I slid in. There were these flashes of yellow fish everywhere and I swear I heard parrotfish crunching coral. It’s strange how underwater everything feels slower but your heart still races a bit. When we climbed back up, lunch was already being set out—grilled chicken wraps, cold pasta salad, fruit that tasted way better than what I buy at home.

After that we sailed again—wind picking up enough to make me squint—and stopped at this empty little island. No buildings, just soft sand and some stubborn palms leaning into the breeze. Some folks wandered off to look for shells; I just floated for a while staring up at clouds moving fast overhead. The crew joked about “Caribbean time” when someone asked how long we’d stay—I guess nobody really cared about minutes out there.

The ride back was quieter—sun-drunk maybe? Or just full from snacks and one too many rum punches (they kept them coming). I remember thinking how easy everything felt: no schedules or stress, just water and sky and people laughing at nothing much. Even now I can picture that empty island every time I smell salt air.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Snorkel and sail Caribbean adventure

• Board yacht at 10:30am
• Enjoy light breakfast onboard
• Snorkel at first marine site
• Eat freshly prepared lunch
• Snorkel at second island site
• Relax and sunbathe on yacht
• Sail back to Margaritaville Resort

Top questions

How long is the St John snorkel catamaran tour?

The tour runs from 10:30am to 3:30pm—about 5 hours total.

Is breakfast included on this snorkeling trip?

Yes, a light breakfast is served onboard at boarding.

Are drinks provided during the tour?

Yes, soda, beer, wine, liquor and water are included throughout the day.

Do they provide snorkel equipment?

All snorkeling gear is included for guests to use at both stops.

Where does the catamaran depart from?

The tour departs from Margaritaville Resort in St Thomas.

How many snorkeling stops are there?

You’ll visit two different snorkeling spots: one near St John and one by a remote island.

Is lunch included on this day trip?

A freshly prepared lunch is served onboard after your first snorkel stop.

Is this tour suitable for all fitness levels?

Yes—it’s suitable for most fitness levels but not recommended for those with poor cardiovascular health.

What’s included

Your excursion includes pickup at Margaritaville Resort in St Thomas along with a light breakfast when you board. All your snorkel equipment is ready for both stops; soda, beer, wine and liquor flow freely all day. There’s snacks between swims and a fresh lunch served right on deck before you sail back in the afternoon.