The 4 Best Turtle Swims in St Thomas

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

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

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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2.Snorkel & Swim with Turtles. Semi Private Tour to Buck Island & Honeymoon Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 661 reviews · from $160

This four-hour St. Thomas charter visits Turtle Cove or Brewers Bay for reef snorkeling, then Honeymoon Beach on Water Island. Captains such as Rusty, Mike, Dave, JW, and JP share local knowledge while you look for turtles, rays, sharks, and tropical fish. Beer, soda, and water are included, but lunch and tips are extra.

“This was an amazing experience. We saw sea turtles, sting rays, and beautiful tropical fish. The capstan JW was laid bs k, kind and knowledgeable. 10/10 experience.”

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3.Half Day Luxury Catamaran Turtle Snorkel And Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 635 reviews · from $159

Join Captain Joe and Catie on a four-hour luxury power catamaran trip from Yacht Haven Grande. Swim with green sea turtles at Turtle Cove, explore reefs and fish with a guide, then relax at Honeymoon Beach on Water Island. The boat carries no more than 12 people and includes gear, snacks, fresh-water rinses, and drinks after the water activities.

“Very knowledgeable and helpful crew of two! We were well taken care of. It was an enjoyable day!! Due to the fact that our cruise ship was docked in a different location, it was a little inconvenient but doable. We had to taxi there & back & didn't find the correct location right away.”

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4.Turtles, Pizza Pi & Sunset trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 410 reviews · from $295

Spend about six hours sailing from Red Hook with a maximum of 12 people. Snorkel at Christmas Cove, order cheese or pepperoni pizza from Pizza Pi’s floating restaurant, then swim at Maho Bay among sea turtles and sting rays. Stormy Pirates provides gear, lunch, drinks, a restroom, and an open bar.

“Great experience all around! Justin and Amanda were great! I would definitely go back and do it again.”

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