National Park Snorkeling Excursion
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Come snorkeling with us aboard Reef Surfari, our new 47’ power catamaran, through the Virgin Islands National Park around St. John in the beautiful USVI. We depart from our retail store Ocean Surfari in Red Hook on St Thomas at 9:00 and head to Cruz Bay to pick up our St John guests from Cruz Bay beach in front of our retail store Ocean Surfari at 9:30. From there we head to two different snorkel spots to look for sea turtles, beautiful corals and a plethora of tropical fish, typically in the Virgin Islands National Park. Our snorkel spots vary daily depending on weather and sea conditions. We have an open bar with rum punch, painkillers, cold beers, sodas and water as well as light snacks for your refreshment. Alcohol is served once you are finished swimming. After snorkeling, we return to St. John to drop off our guests at 12:00 and then back to St Thomas at 12:30.
Enjoy soda and water prior to snorkeling along with fruit and snacks. After your snorkeling experience, enjoy beer, rum punch and pain killers while returning to port.
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Fuel Surcharge - $5 per person
Gratuity for Captain & Crew
- CHILD: : 4 - 12
- ADULT: : 13 - 80
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Public transportation options are available nearby
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Experience may be cancelled due to Insufficient travelers
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Reviews
A Great Adventure
cyndiw358, 09-09-2022
It was a lovely cruise with Capt. Jake. we did not get to the National Park, but Capt. Jake took the passengers to Mono Bay for the turtles, and we were also able to walk over to the red salt pond,. We also had a nice snorkel drop in an area with plenty shore reef to explore. .. I could have stayed in the water for hours, but Capt. Jake called me back to the boat... LOL Capt. was spot on in explaining all safety procedures, as well as asking that we were careful to not let any garbage get in the ocean.
Kudos Capt. Jake.
Kudos Capt. Jake.
Such an amazing tour!
ashtinn2017, 10-09-2022
This excursion was awesome! We saw lots of turtles at the first site and lots of fish at the second site.
The boat was stocked with yummy snacks and cold drinks!
The boat was stocked with yummy snacks and cold drinks!
A+ Tour and Guides!
Z766CYsamb, 16-09-2022
Fantastic time. A bunch of information on wildlife and history. The guide Juan and first mate were a ton of fun as well, lots of laughs.
Relaxing and enjoyable
Jenleigh77409, 09-09-2022
Easy going, relaxed swim. Saw plenty of the turtles and sea life. Enjoyed the swim. Captain and crew were friendly and helpful.
This was a great day trip on the island.
This was a great day trip on the island.
Great experience and value
Chris_P, 22-12-2022
Great experience. Loved the boat, team. Instructions for boat safety and snorkeling were clear and informative (and even entertaining). It’s set up well for experienced snorkelers and total beginners. Appreciated we got to see turtles, tropical fish, coral. Drinks were also made well!
so much fun!
KcPutts, 21-12-2022
The staff was super friendly and funny. Justin led our tour. He was very informative. We have been travelling to the virgin islands for over 20 years and it was a great experience. my son (5) tried snorkeling for the first time! my daughter (10) was nervous and the staff was very polite and helpful.
Good Crew, Nice Boat
LibbyAH, 21-12-2022
Crew, Justin and Biandre, were very attentive. Boat was very comfortable and good to have two ladders for entry into the water, plus jump spots. Unfortunately there wasn't too much to see at the first stop which is similar to past experiences we've had in St. Thomas. It would be a good opportunity, however, for inexperienced snorkelers to get a feel for snorkeling. At the second stop there were lots of colorful fish and even some coral. We have taken many snorkel boat excursions from St. Thomas and this was one of the best.
Highly recommended
TimBerghoefer, 13-12-2022
Our group had a blast on this snorkeling excursion. It was well run and all of the equipment provided for snorkeling was of good quality. We saw several turtles, rays and countless tropical fish and corals. I've been on dozens of snorkeling excursions and this was among the best.
An excellent snorkeling excursion
Amy R, 10-12-2022
The north shore waters were rough on the day of the trip, so we went to two wonderful spots on the south side— Lameshur and Salt Pond.
We had sufficient time to really explore these spots. The boat was able to anchor relatively close to the best spot in Salt Pond— the rocks in the middle, which requires a long swim from shore—so this was an opportunity for people who don’t normally get to see the coral mounds there.
The crew was professional; the captain made his safety lessons funny. Thanks to Chris, Justin, and DeLandro.
And the added bonus was the first rate presentation by Adren and Willow, the VINP sea Turtle Monitoring Program directors.
No one can guarantee you’ll actually see a turtle when you go into the water, but we did— a real beauty.
We had sufficient time to really explore these spots. The boat was able to anchor relatively close to the best spot in Salt Pond— the rocks in the middle, which requires a long swim from shore—so this was an opportunity for people who don’t normally get to see the coral mounds there.
The crew was professional; the captain made his safety lessons funny. Thanks to Chris, Justin, and DeLandro.
And the added bonus was the first rate presentation by Adren and Willow, the VINP sea Turtle Monitoring Program directors.
No one can guarantee you’ll actually see a turtle when you go into the water, but we did— a real beauty.
Great trip!
YourNantucketAdvisor, 05-02-2023
Great day out on the water. A light rain didn’t (and couldn’t) spoil this perfect day.
Captain Justin and mates Leander and Kollin were a great team of professional, helpful guides at all times.
5 of us went on the trip and are already talking about going again as soon as possible.
Captain Justin and mates Leander and Kollin were a great team of professional, helpful guides at all times.
5 of us went on the trip and are already talking about going again as soon as possible.
A nice morning outing
Marcelle_P, 31-01-2023
We enjoyed Captain CJ and Ren. They took us to a couple of spots off St. John where we swam with the turtles and saw lots of fish.
Perfect start of the day
L9705CXsherryw, 25-01-2023
The whole experience was awesome from the boat ride the knowledgeable, personable & funny staff, the snorkeling was great too!! 5 stars, would definitely recommend!! Perfect activity for our group! Your playlist was great as well!! Thanks guys!!!
Terrible taxi van driver but WONDERFUL diving experience!!
teamjenny, 08-09-2022
The snorkeling experience itself deserves 10 stars - but the taxi van driver deserves 0. Since I can’t divide the two, I have to leave 4 stars.
The experience on the boat was fantastic!
The experience on the boat was fantastic!
Very good trip
apvgm, 31-12-2022
Chris was great and very informative and with good comunication.
The skipper and sailors were great, with good knowledge and a blast breifing. Unfortunatly we did not see any turtle or reefs with lots of life, but the trip was good anyway.
The worst part of it was that we have to wait 40 min to get the pick up to turn back to the boat. We had no options to be, just wait outside the store, that part was not good and it was hot major reason not to give 5 stars.
The skipper and sailors were great, with good knowledge and a blast breifing. Unfortunatly we did not see any turtle or reefs with lots of life, but the trip was good anyway.
The worst part of it was that we have to wait 40 min to get the pick up to turn back to the boat. We had no options to be, just wait outside the store, that part was not good and it was hot major reason not to give 5 stars.
Great time.
P8980NGcatherineo, 07-02-2023
Wonderful experience with the family. The girls in the shop are awesome and the restaurant behind has great coffee and pancakes if you're early or stay after! The men on the boat are "to the point" and make you feel informed as well as safe. The first stop wasn't too active but the second towards the beach had plenty of coral and fish to observe. We will always remember this experience. Take note, you do need to keep the life vest on because its a state park. It isn't blown up tho. Half our party did spot a sea turtle. There aren't alot but you may get lucky! Pray for sunshine and enjoy!
Awesome
Trail38749541709, 25-01-2023
Awesome experience, great crew (shoutout Ren, Justin, Andy), lots of fun and we were able to see sea turtles! And even get some great rum punches and pain killers!
