Top St Thomas Sunset Cruises

If you’re looking for a toast-worthy sunset cruise, check out these top-rated experiences:

• Luxury Catamaran Champagne Sunset Cruise
• Sail Into the Sunset with Virgin Islands Day Sail - 6 Guest Max
• Champagne Sunset Sail from Margaritaville
• Sunset Sail with Cocktails and Appetizers
• Cocktail Sunset Cruise from Sapphire Beach Resort

Prices vary from US$85 per person to US$1,095 per group for a private experience just for you and your friends. Even the least expensive tours tend to offer drinks and snacks, though beverages skew more top-shelf on pricier cruises.

Generally, a sunset cruise in St. Thomas runs about two hours—a perfect amount of time to enjoy the evening breezes on your way to watch the sunset, have a toast, and get some fantastic photos.

Bring a light sweater, jacket, or scarf if the ocean breezes are chilly in the evening. Besides that, everything is provided for you onboard your sunset voyage—some tours even have souvenir T-shirts to purchase at the end of the trip.

Specific offerings may vary, but you can generally expect to receive a lovely ride out to see the sunset, along with some light appetizers such as hummus and charcuterie. Most voyages include an open bar with wine, beer, cocktails, water, and nonalcoholic beverages.

You could hike to Mermaid’s Chair on the island's westernmost point for great sunset views but be advised that it is a very remote 4-mile hike. The simplest and best way to see the sunset is to book a sunset cruise in St. Thomas.

There are tons of fun tours and excursions in St. Thomas aside from sunset cruises. According to previous travelers, these are the best activities to book for your next trip:

• Catamaran Cruises

• Private Drivers

• Snorkeling

• Port Transfers

• Hop-On Hop-Off Buses

St. Thomas sunset cruise prices vary depending on duration and inclusions. If you’re looking for high-quality experiences on the lower end of the price range, these are the best tours to book now:

• St. Thomas Sunset Sail, Serenity at Sea

• Sunset Sail with Cocktails and Appetizers

• Luxury Catamaran Champagne Sunset Cruise

• Cocktail Sunset Cruise from Sapphire Beach Resort - 4:30pm

• Champagne Sunset Sail from Margaritaville - 4:30pm

Most St. Thomas sunset cruises do not include hotel pick-up, so consider the departure location when booking your tour. There is a wide variety of sunset cruises in St. Thomas. Some offer more of a party atmosphere, while others are private cruises, perfect for a romantic night. Read the reviews before booking to find one that fits your vibe. Live music and Champagne toasts are included with some sunset cruises.

Arrive early for your sunset cruise so you don't miss the departure. Most group tours will not wait for stragglers. Be sure to bring sunscreen and a hat to protect yourself while out on the water before the sun goes down. If you tend to get seasick, consider taking medication before your tour. Some boat tours offer drinks and snacks for purchase, while others include an open bar.

You should consult your tour's details to determine what is included in the price. Most St. Thomas sunset cruises include an open bar, with some offering snacks or a meal. Some cruises allow you to bring your own drinks and provide a cooler for your use onboard. Painkillers and rum punch are popular cocktail offerings.