The 8 Best All-Inclusive Day Sails in the Virgin Islands

1.Snorkel Cat All Inclusive Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 801 reviews · from $175Our pick

Sail from Margaritaville Resort aboard Snorkel Cat for a five-hour outing to St. John National Park and nearby reefs. Captain Shawn, Captain Tuna, Captain Danny, and their crews are known for helpful instruction, good music, Painkiller cocktails, and flexible snorkeling plans. Gear, breakfast, lunch, soft drinks, and alcohol are included.

“Just book it! Amazing views awesome team! I’ll be back for the snorkel cat. From the captain to his team we felt at home on this boat.”

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2.St. John Full-Day Lime Out Snorkel Taco Lunch & Open Bar – Westin

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 289 reviews · from $179

Set out from The Westin St. John at 8:15 a.m. for a full day aboard a spacious catamaran. You’ll get breakfast, loaner snorkel gear, two reef stops, two Lime Out tacos, and an onboard open bar after snorkeling. Crew lineups can include Captain Erin, Captain Chris, Nick, Izzy, and Sam. Lime Out drinks cost extra.

“Amazing time and advertising spot on for the adventure. We even had a chance to Sail! Snokling and Limeout a highlight too.”

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3.St. John Days End Sunset Sail Open Bar & Hors D’oeuvres – Westin

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 281 reviews · from $109Best value

Board a 55-foot catamaran at The Westin St. John for an evening cruise into Pillsbury Sound. Champagne, a full open bar, and passed hors d’oeuvres are included. The crew, including captains such as Freeman and team members Erin, Carter, Matt, Carolyn, and Brandon, keeps the mood relaxed. Expect a social group sail, not a private charter.

“The boat has a no shoes policy. Wear easily removable shoes. The crew was great and weather perfect.”

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4.St. John PiZZA Pi Snorkel Sail with Beach Stop, Lunch & Open Bar – Westin

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 139 reviews · from $149

Sail from the Westin St. John on a luxury catamaran for two snorkel stops near places such as Christmas Cove, Lovango Bay, Buck Island, or Honeymoon Beach. The crew provides gear, towels, fresh pizza, salad, music, and an open bar after snorkeling. Captains Erin, Emily, and Wendy have led recent trips.

“Great trip excursion. Crew was great and quite friendly! Had a great time and would definitely do it again!!”

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5.All Inclusive St. John Boating Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 78 reviews · from $735

Join Captain Mike aboard a private 40-foot boat from Cruz Bay for a relaxed five-hour St. John outing. Snorkel at a quiet cay, swim near a second stop, spend time on a white-sand beach, and enjoy lunch, soft drinks, and alcoholic beverages. Snorkeling gear is provided, and you return in time for afternoon plans.

“Captain Mike was great. A very approachable and informative guide. Everyone that wanted to got a chance to say they have sailed a boat on the Caribbean seas. He also is a great bartender. Don’t miss out on the vanilla killa and lime in a coconut!! Amazing snorkeling in Caneel Bay!! Just a great day!!”

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6.St. Thomas Dinner Sail to St. John with Open Bar & Hors D’oeuvres – Ritz-Carlton

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 47 reviews · from $149

Leave The Ritz-Carlton beach at 5 p.m. aboard a 53-foot catamaran for cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and a ride to St. John. Choose your own restaurant, then return under the stars with desserts, cordials, and an open bar. Captain Heather and crew members Elijah and Carter have earned special praise for friendly service.

“Sailing to St. John was so amazing. The water was calm, the weather was beautiful, and scenery I'll never forget.”

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7.Days End Sunset Sail Open Bar & Hors D’oeuvres STT Ritz-Carlton

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 45 reviews · from $129

Spend 90 minutes aboard a catamaran departing from the Ritz-Carlton beach in St. Thomas. Captain Heather, Captain Jolene, and the crew may vary, but you can expect a sunset sail toward St. John, champagne, a full open bar, passed hors d’oeuvres, and a return to the resort. Bring no shoes for the shallow-water boarding.

“Great time, the drinks and serving were fulfilling. Moreover, the view was stunning and the ride was very smooth.”

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8.St. John Sail with Bar and Hors d’Oeuvres to Lovango Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 35 reviews · from $119

Sail from The Westin St. John to private Lovango Cay aboard a small catamaran, with cocktails and hors d'oeuvres on the way out. Dinner at Lovango Resort is purchased separately. Return beneath the stars with an open bar, cordials, and dessert. Captain Erin, Anna, Brian, Alexi, and Riley have all worked recent departures.

“We absolutely loved this short sail from St John to Lovango Cay. The ship and crew were perfect, the dinner at the Lovango Beach Resort was amazing and overall it was a magical evening.”

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