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The 15 Best Boat Trips in the Caribbean

131 tours  ·  from $30 a head

Half of this region only makes sense from the water. The 15 below run from a two-hour reef hop to a full day under sail with lunch aboard, each priced and clear about how much swimming time you actually get.

Captain Bob Speed Boat, Snorkeling, Beach Tour & Lunch St Maarten - Tintamarre Island: turtles, stingrays, and open water
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Captain Bob Speed Boat, Snorkeling, Beach Tour & Lunch St Maarten

1.Captain Bob Speed Boat, Snorkeling, Beach Tour & Lunch St Maarten

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,336 reviews · from $139Our pick

Spend about six hours with Captain Bob’s crew exploring both Dutch and French St. Maarten. Brett and Dylan may guide you to Tintamarre, Pinel Island, Creole Rock, Mullet Bay, and Maho Beach. Lunch, drinks, snacks, snorkeling gear, and flotation devices are included, with a small group capped at 22.

“Amazing excursion with very knowledgeable and friendly staff. Highly recommend. This is a speedboat tour on the ocean so be prepared for bumpy conditions and lots of swimming and sun.”

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Punta Cana: Catamaran Boat to Saona Island with Buffet Lunch - The early pickup and road to Bayahibe
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Punta Cana: Catamaran Boat to Saona Island with Buffet Lunch

2.Catamaran Boat to Saona Island with Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 3,822 reviews · 8 hours · from $82

You’ll travel from Punta Cana to Saona Island with hotel pickup, a speedboat ride, a starfish pool stop, beach time, lunch, drinks, and a catamaran return. Guides such as Christian, Alex, Eduardo, and Juan keep the day moving. Expect beautiful water, lively music, and a long day that may run 12 hours.

“Alex our guide was so captivating and interesting to listen to and made the short journey feel even shorter. Our driver mickey was speedy, safe and reliable. Our pickups from the hotel were on time, easy there abd back and fast. The speed boat to the natural pool was beautiful and so fun. The whole day was timed to perfection and the value for money is insane for what you get!”

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Culebra Snorkeling Tour by Catamaran from Fajardo - Getting from San Juan to Puerto del Rey
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Culebra Snorkeling Tour by Catamaran from Fajardo

3.Culebra Snorkeling Tour by Catamaran from Fajardo

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,534 reviews · from $180

Cruise from Fajardo to Culebra aboard a high-speed catamaran with captains and crew such as Jose, Danny, Luis, and Cindy. Snorkel for about 90 minutes at Carlos Rosario or Luis Peña, eat lunch with drinks, then swim and sunbathe at Flamenco Beach or Culebrita. Hotel transport from San Juan costs extra.

“Great experience & great staff. I would recommend to upgrade the food choices like some seafood options.”

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All Inclusive Snorkel and Slide Boat Tour: Icacos or Vieques - Vieques in the Morning, Icacos in the Afternoon
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All Inclusive Snorkel and Slide Boat Tour: Icacos or Vieques

4.All Inclusive Snorkel and Slide Boat Tour: Icacos or Vieques

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,420 reviews · from $135

Leave Marina Puerto Chico in Fajardo for a half-day boat trip to Vieques on the morning departure or Icacos in the afternoon. You get snorkeling gear, clip-on flotation, a guided reef visit, beach time, lunch, soft drinks, and Puerto Rican rum. Crew members such as Chris, Ricky, and Captain Soli are often praised for friendly, attentive service.

“The experience was a lot of fun! The crew was energetic, friendly, and knowledgeable. This experience was definitely worth it! We got to snorkel and also go to Cayo Icacos. They provided us lunch and alcoholic beverages. As a person whRead more”

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Arusun Catamaran Sail with Snorkeling in Aruba - Meeting the Arusun at Palm Beach
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Arusun Catamaran Sail with Snorkeling in Aruba

5.Arusun Catamaran Sail with Snorkeling in Aruba

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,402 reviews · from $63Best value

Spend 2.5 hours aboard the 65-foot Arusun from Palm Beach, with snorkeling at the Antilla Shipwreck and Catalina Bay. Captain Amanda, Ronnie, Rashim, or Gabriel may lead your trip. You get gear, snacks, and an open bar, but must reach the pier yourself and board the catamaran by zodiac.

“Had a wonderful experience. We were a small group which was nice. Captian Amanda and 1st mate Ronnie were great.”

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Small-Group Cruising and Snorkeling Catamaran Tour - Cruising along Punta Cana’s coast
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Small-Group Cruising and Snorkeling Catamaran Tour

6.Small-Group Cruising and Snorkeling Catamaran Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,401 reviews · from $99

Set sail with Happy Fish Catamarans for a 3.5-hour Punta Cana outing capped at 16 people. You will snorkel in a natural reserve, swim at a shallow sandbar, use a paddleboard, and relax with drinks, fruit, chips, salsa, and guacamole. Crews such as David, Sosa, Jorge, and Anna are known for keeping the mood lively while helping nervous swimmers feel safe.

“Staff was very fun and friendly. The snorkeling was fun. The drinks were good, and the music was great! We really enjoyed the guacamole that was served. Overall, we enjoyed the excursion.”

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Dolphin Catamaran Snorkel and Sail with Open Bar - Sailing on The Dolphin
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Dolphin Catamaran Snorkel and Sail with Open Bar

7.Dolphin Catamaran Snorkel and Sail with Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,291 reviews · from $69

Spend three hours aboard The Dolphin catamaran from Noord, with snorkeling at the Antilla shipwreck and Boca Catalina Bay. You get fresh equipment, wraps, fruit, snacks, an open bar, music, and access to a spinning water slide and rope swing. Crew members such as Frederick, Oscar, Rio, Jay, and Brandon are often praised for friendly, attentive service.

“Best snorkeling/catamaran experience we’ve ever been on—and we’ve been on a lot. The vibe was low key and family friendly. Could have had maybe a tad more time at the shipwreck site (that’s where we saw a turtle), but the generous snorkeling time at the next site made up for it. We saw some corals doing a-okay and some unique reef fish. Ending the adventure with the rope swing was awesome! Highly recommend!”

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Icacos Deserted Island Catamaran, Snorkel, and Picnic Cruise - Icacos offers simple beach pleasure
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Icacos Deserted Island Catamaran, Snorkel, and Picnic Cruise

8.Icacos Deserted Island Catamaran, Snorkel, and Picnic Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,202 reviews · from $138

Sail from Fajardo to Icacos aboard the Barefoot IV Catamaran for beach time, snorkeling, swimming, lunch, and drinks. The 5.5-hour trip includes gear, a sandwich buffet, fruit, sodas, piña coladas, and rum punch. Crew members such as Captain Robert, Luis, Matthew, and Edgar are known for attentive service, though snorkeling conditions can change.

“Fun cruise and snorkel! Arrived on time (and appreciated all the automated reminders too). You take your shoes off for the cruise, so do t wear your fanciest shoes. We sat up top on the way out to Icacos. They had the main sail up but mostRead more”

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Barbados Catamaran Turtle and Shipwreck Snorkeling Cruise - The first 45-minute stop, searching for turtles
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Barbados Catamaran Turtle and Shipwreck Snorkeling Cruise

9.Barbados Catamaran Turtle and Shipwreck Snorkeling Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,175 reviews · from $85

Spend three or five hours aboard El Tigre, a 60-foot Barbados catamaran limited to 36 people. Snorkel with turtles, explore a fish-filled shipwreck, and enjoy drinks, breakfast, and lunch on the longer trip. Crew members such as Glen and Wayne are especially helpful with nervous swimmers.

“Fantastic experience. The crew were friendly and welcoming. They really made the tour memorable. The lunch was delicious. We saw turtles, a string ray, many fish, and a number of shipwrecks. It was a exactly what we hoped it would be.”

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Turtle Cove Catamaran Snorkel and Sail at Little Buck Island STT - Getting to Frenchman’s Cove takes planning
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Turtle Cove Catamaran Snorkel and Sail at Little Buck Island STT

10.Turtle Cove Catamaran Snorkel and Sail at Little Buck Island STT

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,100 reviews · from $119

Join The VI Cat at Marriott Frenchman’s Cove for a three-hour afternoon sail to Turtle Cove at Little Buck Island. Snorkel with green sea turtles, coral, and tropical fish, or stay aboard and swim. Captain Serena, Captain Dave, and crew members such as Isaac, Sam, and Nick are known for friendly service and clear safety guidance.

“Great experience. Very accommodating. Ive been on tours that say they include snacks and drinks but do not. This one really does. The guides were friendly abd helpful, the captain was very skilled. All of them were knowledgeable. You may want to bring a towel. Also, you cannot wear shoes on the deck. My onky regret was not bringing my snorkel and mask from home. We saw about 15 sea turtles, Sgt majors, parroting, blowfish, a school of ballyhoo, sea urchins and more. Well worth the price.”

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Premium Morning Snorkel Sail with Champagne Brunch - Stop Two: A Shipwreck and Changing Conditions
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Premium Morning Snorkel Sail with Champagne Brunch

11.Premium Morning Snorkel Sail with Champagne Brunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,036 reviews · from $85

Spend four hours aboard a spacious catamaran from Pelican Pier, with breakfast, lunch, mimosas, an open bar, and three snorkeling stops. You may visit a shipwreck, Tres Trapi, or Boca Catalina. The crew provides gear, safety help, and, at some stops, a third-lung air system for underwater exploring.

“Great food, great drinks and great snorkeling! Easy location to find. Perfect amount of time for a morning excursion if you are looking for something to do that won't eat up your whole day.”

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Aruba Sunset Sail with Appetizers and Open Bar - Finding Your Best Spot on the Catamaran
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Aruba Sunset Sail with Appetizers and Open Bar

12.Aruba Sunset Sail with Appetizers and Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,024 reviews · from $92

Sail Aruba’s coast aboard a luxury catamaran from Piet’s Pier Bar at 5:30 pm. Enjoy Palm Beach views, sunset colors, unlimited beer, rum punch, tropical cocktails, appetizers, local music, dancing, and crew storytelling. The crew may include familiar faces such as Junior, Lizzie, Joshua, Brandon, or Captain William, though staff can change.

“Alot of fun, awesome crew and great appetizers and drinks. I highly recommend this for anyone who wants a great time!”

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For cruise passengers: Guided ATV Tour of Dutch & French St. Maarten - Safety first, especially for new ATV drivers
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For cruise passengers: Guided ATV Tour of Dutch & French St. Maarten

13.For cruise passengers: Guided ATV Tour of Dutch & French St. Maarten

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,552 reviews

Ride an ATV across both Dutch and French St. Maarten on a guided half-day loop. Guides such as Anthony, Pres, Boss P, Kevon, and Sasha lead you along main roads, brief off-road sections, beaches, coastal viewpoints, and the French Nature Reserve. Expect photo stops, safety instruction, and a final beach stop before returning to port.

“Fantastic tour. One of our ATV’s died often and caused traffic to stall a few times. Ride was slower than I’d liked but it was appropriate for a tourist excursion. Overall, very good time!”

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The Best Catamaran Day Sail in St Maarten - Sailing past St. Maarten’s two coasts
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The Best Catamaran Day Sail in St Maarten

14.The Best Catamaran Day Sail in St Maarten

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,552 reviews · from $139

Join Captain Scott, Anna, Jackie, and canine first mate Queenie aboard Random Wind for a relaxed five-hour sail from Simpson Bay. You’ll visit Mullet Bay and Little Bay, snorkel, paddleboard, swim, swing into the sea, and enjoy grilled chicken, Caribbean rice, salad, baguette, snacks, and an open bar.

“Best Experience on the Island. Great Staff. Very Professional. Very clean and well kept vessel. Random Wind is a beautiful ship. Waters were beautiful. The food was great. The drinks were great. The Tarzan swing was amazing. Wasn't crowded like so many other boats offering the same. Saw a plane landing while we were sailing past Maho, amazing experience. Snorkeling at Little Bay was a blast. Tarzan Swing at Simpson Bay was incredible. Would recommend as a must for all visitors. Laid Back and Fun. S2S Reviews”

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Aruba Happy Hour Sunset Sail with Savory Bites and Cocktails - The drinks begin before the sun drops
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Aruba Happy Hour Sunset Sail with Savory Bites and Cocktails

15.Aruba Happy Hour Sunset Sail with Savory Bites and Cocktails

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,488 reviews · from $84

Board near Palm Beach and ride a short shuttle boat to a 40-foot trimaran for a two-hour sunset sail. Enjoy cushioned seating, an open bar with Aruba Ariba cocktails and spirits, and appetizers served about every 15 minutes. Crew members including Shaka, Jose, Richard, Vino, and Captain Martin keep the mood lively while you watch the coast fade into evening.

“It was so fun! The staff was so engaging and entertaining! The highlights were the beautiful sunset and the wind surfer who entertained. We would highly recommend this experience!”

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