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Snorkel St. John Tour from Sapphire and Margaritaville

Recommended by 98% of travelers
St Thomas, US Virgin Islands
Viator Experience Award
High interest
Booked 4 times today.
  • 6 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.9
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· Diana_B ·
Jun 2026
The captain & crew are very knowledgeable & keep you very safe during this trip. This was an amazing experience in calm water during snorkeling. We saw sea turtles, lots of colored fish & learned history about the surrounding islands. This is a fantastic trip to do with family.
· Kathi_P ·
Jun 2026
It was definitely worth the money. We saw several see turtles, stingrays, and various other fish and secluded beaches.

Overview

The Caribbean island of St. John is surrounded by federally protected seas. This tour brings you to some of the best snorkeling spots by large powerboat, including USVI St. John National park and nearby coral reefs. You are treated to a continental breakfast, open bar, picnic lunch, and snacks. Expert guides provide instruction to first-time snorkelers, and equipment for all.
  • Snorkel the pristine waters around St. John
  • Explore USVI St. John National park and nearby coral reefs
  • Guides provide instruction to first time snorkelers
  • Breakfast, open bar, picnic lunch, snacks, and equipment included

What's Included

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Unlimited drinks (open bar)
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Use of Snorkeling equipment
    Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Gratuities
  • Towels

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Margaritaville St. Thomas
    St. Thomas, 6080 Smith Bay Rd, Frydendal, St Thomas 00802, USVI

    Meet at Margaritaville Resort at the Water Sports Boutique at 8:30am on the left side of the beach at the BLUE building. If you are staying at Sapphire Resort, meet the boat at 7:45 am at Sapphire Marina at the boats New Horizons II and Breakaway.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.9:00 am

What To Expect

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Island Adventures New Horizons & Breakaway Charters

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
  • If more than 15 travelers, please book an additional reservation.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 32 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Jill_I
This was our third time using this company for snorkeling and it did not disappoint. This time we had captain D’Hayden assisted by Noel and Shine and they were all wonderful. They are very knowledgeable and answered all our questions regarding snorkeling, the trip, the sites and the Islands in general. It was truly a fabulous day with the crew and our fellow passengers. I highly recommend this group!

Reviews

4.9
based on 2,043 reviews
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Fun adventure!

Jacqueline_O, Jul 2026
Great snorkel spots! We saw many types of fish, turtles, sting rays, and so much more. The crew was amazing and they made it memorable.

Magical

Christy_B, Jul 2026
My family including 18 yo, 13 yo, husband and myself went snorkeling and saw several sea turtles, sting rays, spotted eagle rays, puffer fish and multiple varied fish. Everyone LOVED this trip. Highlight of our vacation. D’Hayden and Christian were wonderful and accommodating and I would definitely do this again! Thank you for making our trip special and magical in such a beautiful, pristine environment!

Perfect Day

Cheryl_P, Jul 2026
Captain Jeff and Max could not have been kinder and professional. We all felt very safe and well prepared. The snorkeling was amazing. We are a family of eight celebrating my granddaughter’s fourteenth birthday. Snorkeling was first on her list of musts. None of us were disappointed. We all had a blast. From a family who has snorkeled several locations, we highly recommend this trip with Jeff and Max. Cheryl

Captain and 1sr mate were...

Jeremy_F, Jul 2026
Captain and 1st mate were spectacular. Highlight of the trip so far!! Lunch was great and the snorkeling spots were perfect.

Excellent crew and food....

gary_c, Jun 2026
Excellent crew and food. Saw mostly fish, no turtles or octopus. Bartender / food server was serving us promptly

Almost everything about...

Tanisha_M, Jun 2026
Almost everything about the experience was great. I was disappointed that I wasn't in the water in time to see the sting ray like some of group members did. I did get to see lots of fish, a squid, & sea turtle. The biggest "issue" was a fellow group member that was clearly inebriated. She seemed fine when boarding, but as our trip progressed, it became increasingly obvious that she was under the influence of something other than the drinks on the boat. Her swimsuit wasn't properly secured & we all got to see way more than we bargained for. There were kids on the boat (teens/tweens) that were visibly uncomfortable.

Fantastic Family Adventure

Diana_B, Jun 2026
The captain & crew are very knowledgeable & keep you very safe during this trip. This was an amazing experience in calm water during snorkeling. We saw sea turtles, lots of colored fish & learned history about the surrounding islands. This is a fantastic trip to do with family.

It was definitely worth...

Kathi_P, Jun 2026
It was definitely worth the money. We saw several see turtles, stingrays, and various other fish and secluded beaches.

Great day!

Amanda_G, Jun 2026
Great and funny guides, super accommodating and friendly. Bathroom on the boat, open bar, good light breakfast and lunch. Stopped at 3 great snorkel spots, so fun!

Worthwhile!

Nicolette_M, Jun 2026
This was a wonderful experience. Our guides were very kind and hospitable. We were taken to three snorkel spots that allowed us to see turtles, rays, coral reefs, and a variety of fish up close. Each spot offered something new which was cool, and we had plenty of time to explore the water at each place. We were with a group of less than twenty people, which was nice because it didn’t feel crowded. The breakfast and lunch were a simple but nice addition to the tour. Best for people who are looking for a little adventure while also enjoying some wonderful scenery and relaxation.

The captain and crew were...

Jillian_L, Jun 2026
The captain and crew were AMAZING!! My husband and I were celebrating our honeymoon and wanted to book a snorkeling excursion and this one was highly rated and I can see why! The views, breathtaking. The booze, unlimited. The snorkeling locations, fantastic. What more could you ask for?! One thing the captain asked was if anyone was celebrating something special and there were three couples (including us) on their honeymoon. He asked us which dates and proceeded to find songs to go along with the dates. We got married on Halloween and he played Halloween themed love songs ie: “Corpse Bride” and “I put a spell on you”. It was so sweet and made it that much more memorable. My husband and I are definitely planning on going back to St. Thomas and we will for sure be booking this snorkeling adventure again!

Awesome!!

Amanda_J, Jun 2026
The captain and crew make the trip memorable! It was so much fun! We would do it again! Not everyone will see the same things as you snorkel, but definitely worth it.

Amazing family experience !

Marlo_H, Jun 2026
This was a incredible!!!! Be prepared yo enjoy every minute with this wonderful crew. Dont forget the sunscreen!

Awesome experience & wonderful hospitality!

Tiffany_M, Jun 2026
I booked this excursion on my Birthday during our trip to St Thomas and it was such an awesome experience! The guys running it did an absolute amazing job of keeping everyone safe, happy and fed! One of the best excursions I've been on! Amazing snorkeling sites! Would 100% book again and recommend to everyone!

Pilot and crew were...

Carol_B, May 2026
Pilot and crew were friendly and helpful, pointing out best places to snorkel. Food and drink was plentiful and good.

The Captain and crew were...

Peggy_H, May 2026
The Captain and crew were very nice. It was important to them that their guests had a good time and stayed safe. We had a wonderful time on the boat. The snorkeling was amazing. The water was a comfortable temperature, there was plenty to see at each stop, and the snorkeling gear was a good quality. Spending the day swimming either the turtles as the favorite day of my vacation.

Painkillers in Paradise

Hilary_W, May 2026
Fantastic time with Sam, Kristian & D’Haden. This is my third trip with this company and D’Haden’s jokes keep getting better. Great way to see some beautiful areas only accessible by boat. Look forward to seeing the crew on our next visit!!

Great time

Rhonda_R, May 2026
Awesome experience! The crew were amazing. Food was great and free drinks. Would go again and again.

awesome snorkeling

Timothy_A, Apr 2026
Jake and Cristen where awesome. three boat access only beaches. great snorkeling, multiple turtles, stingrays and reef fish galore.

Great experience!!!!

Steve_W, Apr 2026
These guys are AWESOME!!!!!! We'd use them again!! Saw lots of incredible fish, turtles, and sting rays... on and a shark!!!!

We had a beautiful day...

McKenzie_W, Apr 2026
We had a beautiful day snorkeling around different bays. The crew has hospitable and had lots of great jokes to tell. We had a nice big lunch and plenty of drinks. Got to see several sea turtles and even a nurse shark ! Great experience for everyone.

snorkel trip

Gale_B, Apr 2026
Our capitan, "D" and Christian were terrific! Felt safe and well-cared for! Also, enjoyed all the jokes!

We had so much fun! Jake...

Chelsea_M, Apr 2026
We had so much fun! Jake and Aaron were the best tour guides and snorkel guides. I highly recommend this trip for anyone who really wants to see turtles and have a great time!

19th wedding anniversary trip. The sites, the food, & drinks were awesome. We brought another couple with us too.

Brian_R, Apr 2026
I enjoyed the captain and his chef. They were very polite and personable. Every island we visit we try to get in a boat ride or snorkeling if available.

Awesome day.

Cynthia_S, Apr 2026
This is a great full day boat snorkeling tour. Three snorkel stops, light breakfast, big lunch and open bar. Our captain D’Haden was tops, very safe and chose good snorkeling spots. The rest of the crew was awesome too. Really enjoyed the day.

Unforgettable Day on the Breakaway II Captain D and crew April 8, 2026

Anonymous, Apr 2026
Great time! 3 different snorkel stops, beautiful scenery, turtles, stingray, and many varieties of fish. Light breakfast, refreshing drinks, lunch, drinks and more rum drinks. LoL Crew was wonderful, helpful, friendly and fun. Samantha was a Blast and kept our drink glasses full. Would recommend this for an All Day Adventure.. We'll be back!

Sanders family vacation 2026 St Thomas

Robert_S, Apr 2026
Everything you need from breakfast to lunch and beverages are abundantly provided. The Captain and Crew are top notch

Paradise

jacinda_w, Apr 2026
The best excursion we've ever been on ! Not one complaint. Aaron , Jake & Christion took us to the best places to see fish , stingrays & turtles ! We were in no hurry. They served us beverages & a local favorite called the " Pain Killer" We had fresh fruit on our way out and lunch served after our first spot. Fantastic tour & we will be doing this one again !!

Would totally do it again!!

Pennie_P, Apr 2026
So much fun!! We snorkeled in three completely unique places and saw different things in each place!! The captain and crew took really good care of everyone!! The food was great and the drinks were plentiful!! And play was awesome!!! My one piece of advice would be, don’t forget to put reef safe sunscreen on the backs of your legs and that little area where your swimsuit tends to ride up in the back (you know the part you are sitting on while you apply sunscreen everywhere else). You booty will thank you later ~ or at least not punish you for neglecting it😜

Amazing snorkeling trip!

Julie_F, Apr 2026
Captain and crew were great! Nice lunch provided and the snorkel stops were great! Crew told us where to look and what to expect to see at each stop. We saw turtles, stingrays, barracuda, fish, and an eagle ray!

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