Top 15 St Thomas Catamaran Cruises

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

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

Spend three hours aboard The VI Cat, a 54-foot catamaran sailing from Marriott Frenchman’s Cove to Little Buck Island. The crew, including captains Serena or Dave and guides such as Isaac, Nick, Anders, and Porscha, provides gear, safety help, snacks, and drinks. Expect sea turtles, reef fish, a relaxed sail, and a pirate tattoo.

“This was a great experience with unbelievable views and ocean encounters. The staff was absolutely amazing and they made the entire trip unforgettable and awesome. Would highly recommended this excursion to anyone who comes to St. Thomas.”

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2.Half Day Luxury Catamaran Turtle Snorkel And Beach

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

Spend about four hours aboard Someday Charters’ modern power catamaran with Captain Joe and guide Catie. With no more than 12 people, you’ll snorkel at Turtle Cove near Buck Island, look for green sea turtles and reef fish, then relax at Honeymoon Beach on Water Island. Gear, snacks, water, and a top-shelf open bar after swimming are included.

“Caity and Joe were amazing. They were fun, informative, and made for a great day. If you are in St Thomas, this is a must do excursion. Unless, of course, you prefer cattle call snorkeling, this smaller group really made it enjoyable and didn’t feel rushed at all. If we come back, we 100% will check out Someday Tours first.”

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3.50′ Luxury Yacht. Private Full or Half Day Catamaran Snorkel, & Beach Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 606 reviews · $1,595 for the boat, seats 12

Take a private 50-foot catamaran from Red Hook for four to seven hours with up to 12 people. Captain Maddy, JW, Alex, Dave, Vic, and other captains have led trips with snorkeling, turtles, stingrays, floats, beach stops, and rum punch. You choose the pace, but the British Virgin Islands are not available on this boat.

“Captain Wallens and first mate Kallia (sp?) were terrific. Super friendly, open to whatever we wanted to do and knowledgeable of the islands and their stories. They were on point with our snorkeling and helped us find a ton of cool fish, an octopus, a couple of turtles and a stingray! Boat was spotless and very spacious. Ride was smooth and relaxing. I highly recommend. You won’t regret anything. Five stars!”

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4.Private Luxury Catamaran Yacht. Full or Half Day Charter – Sail, Beach, Snorkel.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 386 reviews · $1,495 for the boat, seats 12

Take a private seven-hour charter aboard the 47-foot S/Y Pisces from St Thomas. Your captain helps shape the day around snorkeling, beaches, swimming, and island views, with stops that may include Buck Island, Water Island, Shipwreck Cove, or Honeymoon Beach. Snorkel gear, floats, water, soda, beer, rum punch, and a restroom are included.

“Wonderful experience. Captain Anne Marie was perfect blend of humor and professionalism. Beautiful, clean catamaran. Snorkeling stop was fantastic and saw more turtles and rays than we had seen at any previous snorkel. Highly recommend this captain and boat.”

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5.Private Fast Power Catamaran. Full or Half Day for Beach Hopping, Snorkel & Swim

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 207 reviews · $896 for the boat, seats 12

Spend four to seven hours aboard MV Poseidon, a 36-foot TwinVee power catamaran, with a private captain and up to 12 people. Choose between snorkeling with turtles, visiting St. John beaches, swimming, or stopping for drinks at island beach bars. Captains include Holly, Amanda, Glen, Wallens, Bryan, Aaron, Mike, and Kyle.

“ABSOLUTELY the highlight of our first trip to usvi. Captain Holly was intensely knowledgeable . The water was Breathtaking.. we had a 5 year with us and her patience and "happy" vibe were contagious.. highly recommend.”

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6.Private Full Day, Fun Day Aboard SY Mazu – Luxury Gemini Legacy Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 153 reviews · $1,595 for the boat, seats 8

Spend about seven hours aboard SY Mazu or SY Neptune, a private Gemini Legacy catamaran for up to eight people. Your captain can shape the day around snorkeling, turtle watching, Lovango Cay, Honeymoon Beach, Christmas Cove, or other spots near St. Thomas and St. John. Beer, rum punch, soft drinks, water, and snorkeling gear are included.

“We went on a full day charter with Captain Alex and Osay. The whole experience was amazing. Of course the water was beautiful, but Alex and Osay made the overall experience even more enjoyable. Would definitely recommend this with those two and will ask for them again!”

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7.Catamaran Sail to Jost Van Dyke (Soggy Dollar Bar)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 139 reviews · from $375 per person

Join Stormy Pirates for a small-group catamaran sail from Red Hook to Jost Van Dyke. You’ll clear BVI Customs, visit Great Harbor and Foxy’s, then spend three hours at White Bay and Soggy Dollar Bar. Breakfast, snorkeling gear, unlimited mimosas, and an open boat bar are included. A passport and $85 cash customs fee are required.

“Had an amazing day with the Catamaran sail to Jost Van Dyke. Captain Kenny and Captain Suzanna were amazing!!”

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8.Private Luxury Charter Aboard New Multi-Deck Lagoon Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 115 reviews · $1,616 for the boat, seats 12

Sail from Havensight aboard a Lagoon 420 catamaran for about seven hours. Your captain, often Hillary, Vic, Alex, or another Seas the Day skipper, plans a route with you. Snorkel near St Thomas, St John, or nearby cays, then swim at a beach with beer, rum punch, soda, and water included.

“Great captain and first mate. Shared lots of history and fun facts with us. Took us to two beautiful locations!”

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9.Full Day Private Charter on Luxury Catamaran Sailing.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 91 reviews · from $250 per person

Set sail from Red Hook aboard the private catamaran Second Chance for about 7.5 hours. Choose two or three snorkel stops around St. John, Lovango Cay, Christmas Cove, and nearby waters. Ivy, TL, and the crew provide lunch, gear, paddle boards, hammock chairs, water, sodas, rum punch, and beer.

“What an amazing experience! We we able to book just 12 hours ahead of shove. Excellent communication, and plenty of refreshments. Kids enjoyed it more than anything else on our 12 day vacation. I’m glad it was the last thing we did becauRead more”

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10.Luxury Catamaran Champagne Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 80 reviews · from $119 per person

Board Someday Charters’ modern power catamaran in Charlotte Amalie for a two-hour sunset cruise limited to 12 people. Captain Joe and crew member Katie or Catie serve top-shelf drinks, charcuterie, hors d’oeuvres, and champagne as you pass Water and Hassel Islands, toast the sunset near Honeymoon Beach, and return through the harbor lights.

“We celebrated my birthday and it was one of the best birthday’s ever…. The fleet was immaculate and the staff were very friendly and amazing! We were amongst other couples celebrating as well which made the experience even more memorable. Katie and the captain were awesome and very knowledgeable about the islands history. The hors d’oeuvres and drinks were very good. We had a champagne sunset toast 🍾it was beautiful. I would definitely recommend this excursion, don’t delay book it! You won’t be disappointed…”

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11.Sail Away on your Private 55-foot Catamaran Charter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 68 reviews · from $1,895 per person

Set sail from Yacht Haven Grande aboard the 55-foot Gold Coast for a private 3.5-hour trip to Buck Island. You will receive snorkeling instruction, swim at Turtle Cove, and possibly visit Shipwreck Cove before enjoying fruit, cheese, salami, crackers, and drinks on the return sail. Crew members such as Ashley, Rose, Reed, Brody, and Coda have earned praise for safety and good spirits.

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12.Private Luxury Power Catamaran. Enjoy USVI Aboard MV Hydra

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 52 reviews · $1,595 for the boat, seats 12

Spend seven hours aboard MV Hydra, a 40-foot Gemini Freestyle power catamaran from Charlotte Amalie. Captain Bryan, Caitlyn, Aaron, Coleman, Brian, Hope, and other crew members have guided private groups to Turtle Cove, St John, Water Island, and Brewers Bay. Snorkel gear, beer, water, soda, ice, and national park fees are included, but fuel and gratuity cost extra.

“This was a fantastic experience! Captain Brian and JW were excellent ...fun, informative and attentive. We did many activities in St. Thomas, but his was everyone's favorite!”

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13.St. John Luxury Catamaran Turtle Snorkel and Cays Full Day

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 35 reviews · from $250 per person

Board Someday Charters’ modern Aquila power catamaran at 9:30 a.m. for a six-hour trip around St. John, St. Thomas, and nearby cays. Joe handles the boat and island stories while Catie leads the snorkel stops. You’ll visit Waterlemon Cay, Maho Bay, and Little St. James with gear, meals, drinks, and a maximum of 12 people.

“Firstly, we had a great time!! Awesome, very informative crew of 2... We also enjoyed the 2 other guests on board as well. Everything was well organized, good food and bevies and WOW such a beautiful boat!! Snorkeling was good, saw several varieties of fish and were fortunate to see turtles 🐢 as well.. The scenery was spectacular and again, the crew was very knowledgeable about the area. We would highly recommend this excursion and crew and would go with them again in a heartbeat!! Oh, and ordering and then picking up our lunch in the middle of the ocean was grand!! Well done and best regards, Henry and Lana...…”

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14.Full or Half Day Private Power Catamaran- USVI Beach and Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 34 reviews · $995 for the boat, seats 12

Set out from Red Hook on a private 36-foot power catamaran for up to 12 people. Your captain, such as Aaron, Chris, or Hillary, shapes the day around snorkeling, swimming, beaches, and lunch. Expect turtle sightings at Maho Bay, calm water at Honeymoon Beach, and a possible Pizza Pi stop at Christmas Cove. Fuel costs extra.

“Capt Hillary listened to what we were interested in seeing and planned snorkeling stops and lunch that was incredible and filled every moment of our day at sea. Lime Out for lunch was a special experience for lunch and the final snorkeling stop after topped off the day.”

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15.Private Power Catamaran. Secluded Beaches, Snorkeling, Turtles for Full/Half Day

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · $1,050 for the boat, seats 10

Take a private power-catamaran trip from Sapphire Beach Marina with a local captain such as Mike, Aaron, Kirk, or Tim. You choose the pace: snorkel coral reefs, swim with turtles, visit quiet beaches, stop for lunch, or simply cruise the warm waters. The boat holds up to 10 people and includes gear, water, and ice.

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