Sunset Sail Virgin Islands: Small Group, Open Bar Included

Two hours on the water, sunset to the horizon, drinks in hand.

A sunset sailing tour in the Virgin Islands for up to 6 guests aboard the Frances Anne, with an open bar, charcuterie board, bottled water and snorkeling equipment included. The boat departs at a set time, so you arrive 15 minutes early and the guide handles the route and the timing. Live English-speaking guide leads the sail.

The Experience

If you've landed in the Virgin Islands with a free afternoon or a few hours before dinner, this sail fills the gap without eating your whole day. The Frances Anne takes no more than 6 people at once, which means you're not crammed with strangers, and the boat leaves at a fixed time—you show up 15 minutes early, and the sailing starts. Two hours on the water gets you out to see the sunset from the deck, which is the whole point: the light changes fast over the Caribbean, and you're positioned to watch it happen.

The open bar runs the whole time, so drinks are poured and refilled without a tab. A charcuterie board of meats, cheeses, dips and vegetables comes out on deck, and you can graze while the boat moves. Snorkeling gear is on board if the water calls you in—it's there if you want it, not a hard sell. The guide speaks English and knows the route; you follow along and don't navigate or make decisions about where to go next.

Arrive at the meeting location at least 15 minutes before departure. If you're coming off a cruise ship, contact the operator directly to confirm the sailing time works with your port schedule—not all ship times align with the boat's departure. Bring a towel if you plan to snorkel; the gear is provided, but you'll want to dry off before heading back.

What’s included

• Open bar with alcoholic beverages, soda and bottled water.
• charcuterie board with meats, cheeses, dips and vegetables.
• snorkeling equipment.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot for heart conditions

Operated by Virgin Islands Day Sailing

Is this one for you?The two-hour window fits a free afternoon or a gap between arrival and evening plans, leaving you time to shower and change before dinner. If you need a full-day excursion or a longer water experience, look for an all-day sailing tour instead.

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Top questions

What's included in the sunset sail?

The Frances Anne includes an open bar with alcoholic beverages and soda, bottled water, a charcuterie board with meats, cheeses, dips and vegetables, and snorkeling equipment for the full two hours.

How many people sail on the Frances Anne at once?

The boat takes a maximum of 6 guests per departure, so the group stays small and the deck doesn't feel crowded.

Can I snorkel during the sail?

Snorkeling equipment is provided and available during the sail if you want to use it, though the main focus is watching the sunset from the deck.

What time does the boat leave, and how long is the sail?

The sail lasts two hours and departs at a set time each day; you must arrive at the meeting location at least 15 minutes before departure, and if you miss it there is no refund.

I'm arriving by cruise ship—can I book this sail?

Yes, but you must contact the operator directly with your ship's name, arrival date, and arrival and departure times, since not all port schedules align with the sailing departure.

Is there a guide on the boat?

Yes, a live English-speaking guide leads the sail and handles the route and timing for the two hours on the water.